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Adult Education: Earth Care – American Rivers
April 6 @ 10:45 am - 11:35 am
Sunday, April 6, 2025
10:45 – 11:35 a.m.
Classroom 6 and Zoom
Presented by Adam Shellhammer, Mid-Atlantic Region Director, American Rivers
Join us for an insightful presentation on American Rivers. Adam will share valuable insights into the work American Rivers is doing in our area and the surrounding Philadelphia region. He will discuss the organization’s primary focus on clean water and rivers, as well as land use issues that impact our water supplies. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about environmental stewardship and how we can contribute to the health of our local waterways. We hope to see you there for this engaging and informative session!
Adam Schellhammer is the Mid-Atlantic Region Director at American Rivers, where he leads impactful conservation efforts to protect and restore rivers across the region. With over a decade of experience in environmental and sustainability management, Adam’s work has taken him from the vibrant watersheds of Philadelphia and Virginia to the far reaches of New Zealand and China. He’s had the privilege of collaborating with incredible communities, including indigenous leaders and grassroots organizations, to advance innovative solutions like nature-based strategies and climate resilience projects.
A passionate adventurer both in his career and personal life, Adam holds advanced degrees in natural resource management and global sustainability. He has spearheaded programs ranging from stormwater management in New Zealand to dam removal initiatives in the United States. Adam’s journey reflects his belief that bold actions and collaborative spirit can transform communities and ecosystems for the better.
Zoom link (case-sensitive): bit.ly/wpc-adult-ed-zoom
Or go to zoom.us/join and enter Meeting ID: 869 7832 1014 and Passcode: 999506
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