The aquifers under Carson Valley supply drinking water here, but what happens on the surface can have long-term consequences down below.
Photo by Kurt Hildebrand.
The Carson Water Subconservancy District is releasing the second video, “Water Connects Us All,” in its “I Am Carson River Watershed” PSA campaign, to inform Nevadans about the importance of protecting the health of their drinking water and their watershed.
Timed to be public for Earth Day today, the video incorporates more than 40 local and recognizable faces who share with viewers where our drinking water comes from and the steps individuals can take to protect the quality of their drinking water.
“Last year I think Nevadans were reminded of how lucky we are to have our health and access to the outdoors,” said Brenda Hunt, watershed program manager of the Carson Water Subconservancy District. “This new video reminds us how we are all connected through our most precious natural resource, water, and by protecting this resource, we are taking care of our health and the health of our watersheds.”
The “I Am Carson River Watershed Campaign” is funded through Clean Water Act funds with support from Nevada Division of Environmental Protection and the district.
It is designed to increase watershed awareness and education. The “Water Connect Us All” video showcases simple actions we can all undertake to benefit the drinking water in our watershed. This video stresses how important it is for each of us to protect our groundwater since it is our main source of our drinking water.
“By taking a couple of simple actions every day, you can make sure your drinking water stays protected,” said Hunt. “By routinely recycling your motor oil, curbing chemical use in your home and yard, picking up trash and pet waste, and draining gutters into your yard; you protect the quality of our drinking water for tomorrow.”
“Water Connects Us All” follows the first video in the campaign series, which invited residents on “A Walk Through the Watershed,”
This first video is available in English and Spanish. It defines what a watershed is and maps out the many ways watershed health affects our community’s quality of life.
“Many of the video’s speakers came out to show their support under extremely stressful pandemic circumstances, and we are grateful for their time and energy,” said Hunt. “We hope residents throughout our community follow their lead and take action to keep our drinking water healthy. “Water Connects Us All” is just over a minute, so it’s perfect to add to your playlist for Earth Day.”
To watch the videos go to www.iamcarsonriver.org. To learn more about the district, visit the interactive “Explore Your Watershed” map, or kindergarten through grade eight watershed curriculum, visit cwsd.org.
