You're not alone. The good news is that you are not alone in your concern for watershed protection. Many partnerships have been formed and are successfully managing their watersheds. In your area, you'll find many partners ready to help when you ask. By using a partnership approach you'll find greater local initiative, responsiveness, and control.
Partnerships can build a climate of cooperation and focus on solutions.
A plan developed by a local partnership is often more effective and efficient than other methods such as broad sweeping regulations. The result is the improved environmental and economic health of your watershed. Effective watershed management planning relies on an effective partnership that includes representatives of all stakeholders and works cooperatively toward a common goal. As you look around your community, you'll find many people who will want to be involved in developing a plan to protect your watershed. The guide Building Local Partnerships describes how partners can contribute and outlines strategies for building local watershed partnerships.