Welcome to Connecticut River Coastal Conservation District
soil and water conservation since 1946
The Connecticut River Coastal Conservation District is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote the sound use and management of natural resources in our 26-town area.
The District provides technical assistance and education in:
- soil and water conservation
- erosion and sedimentation control
- stormwater management
- watershed protection
Our programs and services are provided to:
- municipal staff and land use commissioners
- private residents
- agricultural producers
- the public
- the development community
The Connecticut River Watch Program, a citizen monitoring program for the Connecticut River and tributaries, is one of the District’s flagship programs.
The District receives financial support from municipal contributions, the State of Connecticut, an annual native plant sale, state, federal and private grants, and private contributions.