Dear Wetland Supporters:
I thought it would be good hear from our outgoing and in-coming Vice Presidents about their hopes for the organization.
Heather Clarkson has been a board member since 2018 and served as the Vice-President for the past 3 years. Luckily for us, she is going to stay as a general board member for another term. “I am deeply honored to have had the opportunity to serve as Vice President of the Carolina Wetlands Association. The combination of knowledge, passion, and resources within our organization is a powerful force for positive change. By raising awareness of the importance of wetlands and inspiring stewardship, we can foster a generation of environmentally conscious citizens and revitalize degraded ecosystems across the Carolinas.” Emily Barrett has only been on the Board of Directors for six short months, but she did not hesitate to accept the nomination as Vice-President. "Wetlands are special places, and I see the coming year as being an opportunity to work together as an association to protect them, bring them to life in people's imaginations, and to harness the power of community to provide more stability to the organization. I will encourage us all to 'say yes' when asked to help out!”
I hope you feel as confident as I do about the leadership of the Carolina Wetlands Association.
So as you explore wetlands near you, please think about how you can help your organization. Wetland protection is at an all time low and we need your support to continue the fight.
Rick Savage, Executive Director [Click here to read Rick's full article.]
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