All About Plastic Pollution

The Youghiogheny Riverkeeper, Eric Harder, will give a presentation on plastic pollution and our “Nurdle Patrol” program in our watershed and region. Join us to learn about our work, and how you can help out!

About the presenter:

Eric Harder grew up in central Kansas, but eventually made his way to the rivers of the east as a raft guide. Becoming a whitewater rafting guide was a turning point in his life. He eventually settled in Ohiopyle, and the Youghiogheny River became his home stream. In 2017, Eric became the Youghiogheny Riverkeeper to protect the Laurel Highlands. He conducts water sampling to track the source of pollution, monitors permitted discharge points, speaks for the river and the communities that depend on it, and picks up lots of tires from the river. When he’s not working, Eric kayaks, coaches his kids’ soccer team, and works on his house (which he built!)

Where: McKeesport Regional History and Heritage Center

When: 12 pm – 1:30 pm