37 min
Keeping Our Rivers Fishable & Swim-able Industry Night with Nycci Nellis
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Look at where I am! I have had a new Residency for the month of November and today is the last day here at The Point — wah I know — it is so bright and so beautiful and the staff is so fantastic. BUT! While I am filming/recording Industry Night at a new location for the month of December (the WREN in the Capitol One Building in Tysons), I am back with Fish & Fire in 2024! So, here I am down at Buzzards Point in the new sparkling development wedged between the Wharf and Navy Yard. The good people of Fish & Fire Group aka Greg Casten have been hosting Industry Night in their pretty fabulous property. And I am grateful. So here is what I learned recording here The Point is perfectly situated at where the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers join — talk about picturesque and panoramic views. But there is good work being done here! Which leads me to what we are talking about today. Last time I was in Greg & Dave Perra filled me in on the good works that the Anacostia Riverkeeper organization does like protecting and restoring the Anacostia River. They constantly strive to ensure a swimmable and fishable — yes!
But what happened? What happened to our historic waterways? How did we get here and what is our future? In to educate & discuss is Quinn Molner, Director of Operations of and Anacostia Riverkeeper with his insight & involvement, Greg Casten.
Quotes
"Trash trap systems prevent waste in the main stem. Excitingly, we recently hosted SPLASH, the first swim event in the Anacostia in over 50 years, overcoming historic pollution."- Quinn Molner
"Anything we can do to just let people know there's an effort to clean this up. Whatever it is, get off your butt and get involved and be involved." - Greg Casten
Featured in the Episode
Quinn Molner & Greg Casten
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/anacostiariverkeeper/
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/AnacostiaRiverkeeper
Twitter:
Featuring Nycci Nellis
https://www.instagram.com/nyccinellis/
https://www.thelistareyouonit.com/
Produced by Heartcast Media
http://www.heartcastmedia.com
Chapters
00:00 - Intro
05:11 - DC Sewage and River Contaminants: Recent Improvements
08:03 - Plastics and Environmental Concerns: An Evolving Landscape
12:28 - Collaborative Advocacy for Equitable River Access
14:06 - Effective Communication Tactics: Politicians Engaging Local Communities
16:31 - Nature's Impact on Health and Well-being: Promoting Respect
20:38 - Costly Sediment Accumulation: Continuous River Maintenance
22:37 - Improved Water Quality: Anticipating Swims in the River Tunnel
26:50 - The Power of Cleanup: Transforming Consumption Mindsets
30:54 - Successful Plastic Bag Fee: Exploring Aggressive Options
34:00 - Promoting Environmental Awareness and Community Involvement
37:07 - Outro
Look at where I am! I have had a new Residency for the month of November and today is the last day here at The Point — wah I know — it is so bright and so beautiful and the staff is so fantastic. BUT! While I am filming/recording Industry Night at a new location for the month of December (the WREN in the Capitol One Building in Tysons), I am back with Fish & Fire in 2024! So, here I am down at Buzzards Point in the new sparkling development wedged between the Wharf and Navy Yard. The good people of Fish & Fire Group aka Greg Casten have been hosting Industry Night in their pretty fabulous property. And I am grateful. So here is what I learned recording here The Point is perfectly situated at where the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers join — talk about picturesque and panoramic views. But there is good work being done here! Which leads me to what we are talking about today. Last time I was in Greg & Dave Perra filled me in on the good works that the Anacostia Riverkeeper organization does like protecting and restoring the Anacostia River. They constantly strive to ensure a swimmable and fishable — yes!
But what happened? What happened to our historic waterways? How did we get here and what is our future? In to educate & discuss is Quinn Molner, Director of Operations of and Anacostia Riverkeeper with his insight & involvement, Greg Casten.
Quotes
"Trash trap systems prevent waste in the main stem. Excitingly, we recently hosted SPLASH, the first swim event in the Anacostia in over 50 years, overcoming historic pollution."- Quinn Molner
"Anything we can do to just let people know there's an effort to clean this up. Whatever it is, get off your butt and get involved and be involved." - Greg Casten
Featured in the Episode
Quinn Molner & Greg Casten
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/anacostiariverkeeper/
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/AnacostiaRiverkeeper
Twitter:
Featuring Nycci Nellis
https://www.instagram.com/nyccinellis/
https://www.thelistareyouonit.com/
Produced by Heartcast Media
http://www.heartcastmedia.com
Chapters
00:00 - Intro
05:11 - DC Sewage and River Contaminants: Recent Improvements
08:03 - Plastics and Environmental Concerns: An Evolving Landscape
12:28 - Collaborative Advocacy for Equitable River Access
14:06 - Effective Communication Tactics: Politicians Engaging Local Communities
16:31 - Nature's Impact on Health and Well-being: Promoting Respect
20:38 - Costly Sediment Accumulation: Continuous River Maintenance
22:37 - Improved Water Quality: Anticipating Swims in the River Tunnel
26:50 - The Power of Cleanup: Transforming Consumption Mindsets
30:54 - Successful Plastic Bag Fee: Exploring Aggressive Options
34:00 - Promoting Environmental Awareness and Community Involvement
37:07 - Outro
37 min