GARDINER — Upstream — an organization dedicated to restoring sea-run fish passage and ecological health to Cobbossee Stream, is encouraging people to clean up the Earth wherever you may be, either inside or out, along the stream, out for a quiet stroll, in your backyard or in your bedroom to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day.
Pick up, declutter, make the earth sparkle! We are respectfully following the CDC guidelines and will not have an organized shout out and stream clean up this year to ensure our Earth lovers are safe and healthy. Wear gloves, keep social distance and pick up litter and trash wherever you may be! Please send Upstream a picture of your efforts at upstreamcobbossee@gmail.com. Photos will be posted on Upstream’s Facebook page.
Also on the upcoming calendar, Wishes for Fishes Outdoor Community Art Show will be held May 2 through 31 at Gardiner Waterfront Park along Steamboat Lane to recognize World Fish Migration Day
Welcome home the returning sea-run fish to the Kennebec River and Cobbossee Stream and explore the beautiful park and trail as you enjoy the art and wishes “for the little fishes” created by children from area Kennebec Valley communities.
The 20 art prints tell the story of a river, its people and how sea-run fish play a vital role in the ecological health of the Gulf of Maine and the Kennebec Watershed from a child’s perspective. Enjoy the exhibit, respecting six-feet physical distancing to ensure one another’s good health.
The peaceful, restorative beauty of Cobbossee Stream is always available via a stroll down Harrison Avenue Nature Trail in downtown Gardiner. Sitting stream-side or picnicing under the grand old red oaks gives a whole new quieting perspective, as you watch the ebbs and swirls moving back upon themselves flowing ever onward to the sea. Watch this short clip of the cascading stream and remember.
