Ogeechee Riverkeeper®

Newsletter
November 2022

ORK is hiring a staff attorney

ORK is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as Staff Attorney. This position will manage our litigation and regulatory advocacy efforts to protect and restore inland and coastal waters  throughout the entire Ogeechee River Basin and promote sustainable water policies within the state of Georgia. 

Thanks for an amazing Oyster Roast!

We had a blast at the oyster roast and are so grateful for for everyone who came out. It was great to see people in person again, and raise money for ORK and clean water in our basin. Check out the images from the party.

Why do you love ORK?

Do you have a favorite fishing hole? A cherished memory? Send us a quote about why you love the Ogeechee and Canoochee Rivers, and why you support ORK's work in the basin. Feel free to include a picture of you enjoying the river!

2023 ORK Fellowship

Molly McKeon has been named the 2023 ORK research fellow. She is a graduate student at Georgia Southern University (Statesboro campus), pursuing a master’s degree in biology. McKeon will conduct a year-long monitoring project focused on an upstream site at Rocky Ford, a site at the soon-to-be closed textile plant, and a site where Black Creek meets the Ogeechee River downstream of the new EV plant development.

Online pollution form

Did you know you can report water quality issues online? These reports are kept anonymous. We may ask to share your contact info for follow up with appropriate agencies, but will not do so without your permission. Reports can also be called in to ORK's pollution hotline at 866-942-6222 x2.

Responsible hunting and fishing

Everyone can be environmental stewards and lead by example with responsible and ethical outdoor practices, especially when it comes to hunting and fishing. Learn more about the best practices and ways to help the watershed while enjoying the outdoors. 

Cleanups

Join the Ogeechee Riverkeeper on a number of volunteer cleanups in the next couple of months. Don't see one near you? We'll be happy to help you get one organized. Check the schedule or reach out to Mel to find a way to have one in your neighborhood.

Corporate Sponsorships

Do you have a business that cares about clean water? ORK offers year-long sponsorships and various levels, and with different perks. You might even get your logo on a beautiful flag that gets displayed at our events. Find out more about how we can partner!