Meltdown on the Bayou

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Spring is a time for hope and rebirth and I am definitely feeling that this Spring for Louisiana’s coast. Swamps, marshes, ridges, and bayous are seeing extraordinary movement toward restoration. It takes hard work and it takes all of us, but we are making big strides in the delta and setting the bar for large-scale ecosystem restoration.

Now is the time to plug in! The month ahead is prime time to get involved with restoration efforts. Louisiana’s coastal program is in high gear and we are currently in public comment periods for hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of critical coastal projects. Read on to learn how you can help ensure we keep the momentum going. We’ve gotten this far because of your support.

Full Speed Ahead!

- Amanda Moore
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Deputy Director, Gulf Program
National Wildlife Federation

Project Support Opportunities

We are in public comment on the following major project milestones! Your support is critical and we can make it very easy to show the love and get involved. These projects represent increased protection for communities across South Louisiana and healthier habitat for fish and wildlife. Find out more through the links. Our team has engagement opportunities for all projects listed below. Contact us at [email protected]
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Maurepas Swamp Project
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East Orleans Landbridge Marsh, Bayou la Loutre Ridge, Bayou Dularge Ridge
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Central Wetlands Marsh, Bayou Terre Aux Boeufs Ridge, Bayou Ducros (Golden Triangle) Marsh, West Dupre Marsh
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Upcoming Events

Feature Event: Coastal Day at the Louisiana Legislature is April 5th! If you’re interested in learning about the coast and showing support for important coastal needs, join us at the Capital! Learn more here.
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March 25: Shell-a-bration: Volunteers needed!
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March 26: CRCL Student Bagging Day
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CRCL Has 12 volunteer opportunities over the next few months. Find them all here!
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March 31: Ama & Union Diversions Public Presentation
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New Orleans Tornado Relief

Like so many people this week, we are saddened to see the devastation caused in Arabi and other communities across our region by last night's tornado. These communities are still recovering from recent devastating storms like Hurricane Ida, and need our help.

For now, follow St. Bernard Parish Government
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How people can help New Orleans area tornado relief efforts
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Job Opportunities

Advocacy Director
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Sportsmen Outreach Coordinator
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Coastal Resilience Analyst
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