In the 21st century, a community's welfare and competitive ability to attract and retain businesses, retirees, tourists, and other economic benefits will depend on the quality of life it offers. In moving from the industrial age to the information age, the role of rivers is evolving, but it is still central to the economic welfare of our communities. Where once rivers powered the economy by turning turbines, now they power the economy by enhancing the quality of life in the community. Local projects to repair and clean up rivers and riverside lands will produce visible, tangible results in a period of time and on a geographic scale that the average citizen can see and comprehend. And, as any teacher knows, the best incentive for continued learning is success.
Rivers give quick and positive feedback to their rescuers.
So, if you are looking for a way to instill a conservation ethic in your children, your boss, your mayor, or your friends, you don't have to look very far. A river is a great teacher. All rights reserved.