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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
March 15, 2024 at 5:14 PM

MARCH-ing to Coastal Day

Coastal Day at the Capitol is March 25! View this message on the web Spring has sprung! March is here, bringing sunshine, warmer weather and the start of the legislative session... which also means Coastal Day is around the corner. We’ll be at the State Capitol on March 25th, along with other coasta…
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February 16, 2024 at 2:01 PM

Come have fun at Cook-off for the Coast!

Cook-off for the Coast is next week! View this message on the web Happy Mardi Gras recovery season! It’s that special time of the year when we all need our R&R after the fun, food, and festivities of Mardi Gras. It’s a great time to re-calibrate our focus on what’s important and what matters to us. …
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
January 19, 2024 at 7:50 PM

New Year, Newsletter

Happy New Year from Restore the Mississippi River Delta! View this message on the web Happy New Year! This year we are resolved to progress in our fight against coastal land loss. I am invigorated by the time that I have recently spent in the marsh chasing fish and birds, and I hope that you too hav…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
December 20, 2023 at 2:01 PM

Happy Holidays from the Delta!

Happy Spooky Season from Restore the Mississippi River Delta! View this message on the web If you aren’t even a little enthralled with the magic of this time of year, you are probably a grumpy old man who yells at kids when they cut across his lawn! Right at this moment kids everywhere are searching…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
November 21, 2023 at 5:00 PM

No-Stoppin' November

Happy Spooky Season from Restore the Mississippi River Delta! View this message on the web Saltwater creeping up the Mississippi River... Marsh fires surrounding New Orleans... It feels like the bad news just hasn’t stopped. But guess what? Neither have we. Restore the Mississippi River Delta is a c…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
October 27, 2023 at 2:57 PM

Beware the Rougarou! (He is howling for wetlands)

Happy Spooky Season from Restore the Mississippi River Delta! View this message on the web A gray mist slowly rises over the swamp somewhere in southern Louisiana while the Spanish moss sways in the branches of the cypress and tupelo trees as if to lazily grab at something just out of reach. It's ee…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
September 21, 2023 at 6:09 PM

We’re FALL-ing for Coastal Restoration

It may not feel like it quite yet, but fall has begun! View this message on the web Dear Reader, It may not feel like it quite yet, but fall has begun! After a long, hot summer, we’re excited to welcome cooler temperatures. September also means we’re inching closer to the end of hurricane season, wh…
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  Mississippi River Delta · [email protected]
August 21, 2023 at 3:58 PM

Commemorating an Historic Milestone

This month, the single largest ecosystem restoration project in U.S. history broke ground here in Louisiana. View this message on the web Dear John, Earlier this month, state and federal officials in Louisiana broke ground on the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion. Cut off from the river by levees for…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
August 17, 2023 at 1:01 PM

One Small Step for Restoration

hide at launch View this message on the web Dear Reader, I remember where I was the first time I read that Louisiana was losing a football field of land every hour. While it was distressing to read, I had every bit of faith we would come together to fix the problem. It wasn’t even a possibility to m…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
July 21, 2023 at 4:01 PM

Birds, Plants, Giveaways, and Jobs – What's not to love?!

hide at launch View this message on the web Dear Reader, This month, we turn our attention to the adventures of beach-nesting bird stewardship, where our dedicated team and volunteers protect the feathery inhabitants amidst the summer beach buzz. We also proudly recap the successful United Houma Nat…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
June 23, 2023 at 1:01 PM

Coastal Currents: Riding the Waves of Restoration

hide at launch View this message on the web Hello! The coast holds a special place in our hearts because it's where we can step back to unwind and connect with nature. Be sure to take some time this summer to enjoy our beautiful landscapes, waterways, and habitats. Together, let's revel in the wonde…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
May 19, 2023 at 4:01 PM

It's Just So Typically May in the Delta!

hide at launch View this message on the web Hello! My name is Emma Butler, and you may have seen me around a festival, cook-off or other community event this spring sharing coastal news and information. As we creep closer to summer and recover from festival season, the afternoon showers are becoming…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
April 20, 2023 at 2:01 PM

92% of Voters in Louisiana Agree...

hide at launch View this message on the web I am happy to be back again in your inbox to talk all the latest with coastal restoration in Louisiana and in our organization, Restore the Mississippi River Delta. As the Campaign Manager, I am responsible for tracking our work and ensuring we have the ri…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
March 23, 2023 at 1:01 PM

Spring Things in the Delta!

hide at launch View this message on the web Hi, my name is Tyler Thompson. I serve in Outreach with Pontchartrain Conservancy as a member of AmeriCorps. I was drawn to this position for two reasons: first, to be able to engage with members of my community and build connections, and second, to learn …
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
February 24, 2023 at 2:01 PM

In Case You Missed Last Week's MRD News!

It’s a wonderful time in Louisiana as we start to emerge from our winter burrows to kick off festival season. View this message on the web Happy February! It’s a wonderful time in Louisiana as we start to emerge from our winter burrows to kick off festival season. With everything from the new Coasta…
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February 15, 2023 at 6:56 PM

See how you can Celebrate Black History Month and more with MRD!

It’s a wonderful time in Louisiana as we start to emerge from our winter burrows to kick off festival season. View this message on the web Happy February! It’s a wonderful time in Louisiana as we start to emerge from our winter burrows to kick off festival season. With everything from the new Coasta…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
January 18, 2023 at 4:20 PM

A Happy New Year Indeed!

Happy New Year and Happy Mardi Gras, friends! View this message on the web Happy New Year and Happy Mardi Gras, friends! For me, New Year’s Day has always been a day to reflect on the past year – the good, the bad – and Mardi Gras is a time to celebrate all that is good no matter what. And boy, do w…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
December 20, 2022 at 2:01 PM

Have a Holly, Jolly Coastal Holiday!

My name is Julia-Claire Evans, and I’m a communications associate with the National Wildlife Federation. View this message on the web Hey John, My name is Julia-Claire Evans, and I’m a communications associate with the National Wildlife Federation. As a native Louisianan, I grew up fishing in the ba…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
November 18, 2022 at 2:01 PM

Turkey Talk

Hello ghosts, ghouls and gators, my name is Alex Jiles, and I work in outreach to spread the word about coastal restoration efforts in communities around New Orleans. View this message on the web Hey John, My name is Matthew Waguespack and I’m the Sportsmen Outreach Coordinator for Louisiana with Va…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
October 27, 2022 at 1:02 PM

Let’s Talk Ghostal Monster Plan

Hello ghosts, ghouls and gators, my name is Alex Jiles, and I work in outreach to spread the word about coastal restoration efforts in communities around New Orleans. View this message on the web Hello ghosts, ghouls and gators, my name is Alex Jiles, and I work in outreach to spread the word about …
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
September 30, 2022 at 3:58 PM

Hurricane Ian Recovery and Fall Restoration in Louisiana

The recovery for our friends, family, and colleagues in Florida will be long and difficult and our thoughts are with them. View this message on the web One more summer on the books and as we turn to fall, we reflect on yet another devastating storm in the Gulf of Mexico. Early reports out of Florida…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
August 17, 2022 at 4:18 PM

The Heat Blazes On

Enjoy the latest edition of our Delta Dispatches Newsletter! View this message on the web Happy August! Despite the rain and the heat, this has been a busy summer for us at Restore the Mississippi River Delta. As we further progress into the heart of hurricane season, let’s remember to keep our guar…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
July 20, 2022 at 3:01 PM

Hot Coastal Restoration Summer

View this message on the web Summer is in full swing, so of course, it’s as hot as could be here in Southern Louisiana! But that should not deter us from enjoying the process of beating the heat. That means ice-cold beverages topped with a spring mint, getting in the water, waking up early to spot a…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
June 23, 2022 at 3:01 PM

Meltdown on the Bayou

hide at launch View this message on the web My phone’s weather app says it feels like 112° outside as I’m writing this, but it's Summer down South, so hot weather is nothing new. Tropical storms and hurricanes aren’t new either, which is why we’re supporting restoration projects that will help prote…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
May 26, 2022 at 2:01 PM

Grab a Snoball, Summer is Here!

hide at launch View this message on the web Well everyone, the month of May is here and the outside temperatures can cause you to feel that the cool winds of spring are a distant memory and the heat of summer is on! And thankfully, after a 2-year pause due to the COVID pandemic, we were able to enjo…
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  Mississippi River Delta · [email protected]
May 11, 2022 at 5:07 PM

Your Support for the Health of the Mississippi River is Needed

View this message on the web Take Action Now! Dear John, The Lower Mississippi River Comprehensive Management (LMRCM) study is critical to managing flood protection, navigation, and restoration needs along the lower Mississippi River. This study not only impacts Louisiana, but all the states tied to…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
April 29, 2022 at 5:06 PM

Support Our Swamps this Spring!

Welcome to the new Delta Dispatches Newsletter! View this message on the web Hello! April has been a busy month for us at Restore the Mississippi River Delta as pandemic restrictions ease and public events are ramping back up. This month, we’re celebrating projects like the New Orleans East Landbrid…
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  Mississippi River Delta · [email protected]
April 8, 2022 at 2:30 PM

Next Week: Join Us for a Workshop with ELI

Join us in-person at the Port Sulphur YMCA or virtually on Zoom. View this message on the web Understanding Community Mitigation Plans for the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion Louisiana’s Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority has released strategies to support the communities that will be imp…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
February 24, 2022 at 4:01 PM

This Spring, Enjoy All Louisiana’s Coast Has to Offer!

View this message on the web After a tough hurricane season last year and an unusually persistent chill this Winter, it seems that we are finally being rewarded in Louisiana with an emerging Spring full of opportunities to enjoy our slice of coastal paradise! We are celebrating Black History Month, …
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
January 27, 2022 at 6:16 PM

2022: A Big Year for Coastal Restoration!

Happy New Year from Restore the Mississippi River Delta! View this message on the web We are so excited for the year ahead, and oh boy is 2022 is shaping up to be one for the books. This year will bring us some major milestones for restoration projects that will ultimately change the future of our c…
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  Mississippi River Delta · [email protected]
October 28, 2021 at 2:31 PM

Don't miss the first look at the new film "Eternal Flow"

Tonight at 5:30! Watch "Eternal Flow: Mississippi River Views from Louisiana" followed by exclusive Q&A with Director Kevin McCaffery View this message on the web Eternal Flow Viewing Tonight 5:30 - 8:00 pm Central Tune in tonight for an exclusive first look at the new documentary "Eternal Flow: Mis…
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  Mississippi River Delta · [email protected]
October 8, 2021 at 1:06 PM

The Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe Needs Your Help

You can help this Louisiana Tribal Community significantly impacted by Hurricane Ida. View this message on the web The Tribal Community of Pointe-au-Chien Needs You. Here’s How You Can Help Them Directly Many small coastal communities across southeast and south-central Louisiana are relying on suppo…
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  Mississippi River Delta · [email protected]
October 4, 2021 at 2:05 PM

Introducing the Coastal Community Handbooka

A quick reference guide to help you better understand how coastal restoration works in Louisiana. View this message on the web Knowledge is Power: Introducing a New Guide to Coastal Restoration! Restore the Mississippi River Delta is proud to present our “Community Guide to Coastal Restoration.” Thi…
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  Mississippi River Delta · [email protected]
September 29, 2021 at 2:09 PM

Ironton, Louisiana Needs You

You can help this historic Louisiana community significantly impacted Hurricane Ida. View this message on the web The Town of Ironton Needs You. Here’s How You Can Directly Help Them: Sitting thirty miles below New Orleans in coastal Plaquemines Parish, Ironton is one of the oldest, predominantly Bl…
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  Mississippi River Delta · [email protected]
September 10, 2021 at 1:01 PM

Louisiana needs your help, now more than ever

Louisiana needs your help, now more than ever View this message on the web Hurricane Ida made landfall in southeast Louisiana on the morning of August 29 as a Category 4 storm with 150 mph winds. It ties Hurricane Laura (2020) and The Last Island Hurricane (1856) as the strongest hurricanes ever to …
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
June 30, 2021 at 2:57 PM

Happy Summer from Restore the Mississippi River Delta

Take advantage of the Louisiana's wetlands with these summer family activities View this message on the web Hey there, and happy summer! What better time to be taking advantage of Louisiana’s natural beauty and recreational resources than full bloom, sun shine of summer? My name is Victoria Bourque,…
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May 20, 2021 at 1:01 PM

Last Call: Join our final Community Conversation about the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion

Here's everything you need to know and how to get involved: View this message on the web On March 5, 2021, the Army Corps of Engineers released a Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion for public review, triggering a 60-day comment period. The Natural Re…
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  Mississippi River Delta · [email protected]
May 11, 2021 at 2:01 PM

Tell Louisiana Agencies: Do Not Undermine Coastal Restoration

Tell the state: No public meetings and no permits issued until our questions are answered! View this message on the web Take Action Now! Dear John, The state of Louisiana is currently considering a proposal to put a massive oil export facility, the Plaquemines Liquids Terminal (PLT), directly adjace…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
April 22, 2021 at 2:04 PM

Celebrating our Coast and Earth Day

Happy spring, everyone! View this message on the web Happy Earth Day! Every year on April 22, people all around the world show appreciation for the planet by picking up trash, planting trees, and supporting legislation to better protect the environment. In this newsletter, we highlight ways you can …
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  Mississippi River Delta · [email protected]
April 15, 2021 at 2:01 PM

Take Action: Support the most important coastal restoration project in Louisiana's history

Defend Louisiana’s coast and all that it supports by telling decision-makers that a future without the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion is a future we cannot afford! View this message on the web Support the most important coastal restoration project in Louisiana's history Time is Running Out. Take A…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
April 14, 2021 at 2:01 PM

Join our final Community Conversation about the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion

Here's everything you need to know and how to get involved: View this message on the web On March 5, 2021, the Army Corps of Engineers released a Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion for public review, triggering a 60-day comment period. The Natural Re…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
April 1, 2021 at 2:01 PM

Springtime on the Coast

Happy spring, everyone! View this message on the web The weather is great, plants are blooming and birds are migrating. I hope everyone is able to get outside and enjoy the natural beauty. This newsletter highlights some of the work being done to conserve the beauty of Louisiana’s coast. As the snow…
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  Mississippi River Delta · [email protected]
March 30, 2021 at 2:39 PM

Support the most important coastal restoration project in Louisiana's history

Defend Louisiana’s coast and all that it supports by telling decision-makers that a future without the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion is a future we cannot afford! View this message on the web Support the most important coastal restoration project in Louisiana's history Take Action Now Louisiana’s…
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  Delta Dispatches · [email protected]
February 18, 2021 at 3:03 PM

Art, food, and the Mighty Mississippi!

Welcome to the new Delta Dispatches Newsletter! View this message on the web My name is Helen Rose Patterson, and I’m so excited to be bringing you the second edition of our new monthly newsletter. As the Senior Outreach Coordinator for the National Wildlife Federation’s Gulf Program, I work with fa…
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  Mississippi River Delta · [email protected]
November 17, 2020 at 3:53 PM

New Webinar: Jazzland, the MRGO and Louisiana’s Coastal Crisis

Tune in on Wednesday, August 26, 2020 at 11:30 AM – 1 PM View this message on the web Closed for Storm: Jazzland, the MRGO and Louisiana’s Coastal Crisis Nov. 18, 2020 06:30 PM Central RSVP on Zoom or Facebook 15 years since Hurricanes Katrina and Rita and during one of the most devastating hurrican…
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  Mississippi River Delta · [email protected]
August 20, 2020 at 3:05 PM

Don't miss our webinar: Hurricane Katrina's Legacy

Tune in on Wednesday, August 26, 2020 at 11:30 AM – 1 PM View this message on the web August 26th, 11:30 AM - 1 PM Central Please join us for a virtual panel discussion that reflects on Hurricane Katrina fifteen years later. The discussion will focus on the past, present and future — the Gulf Coast’…
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  Mississippi River Delta · [email protected]
August 14, 2020 at 2:02 PM

Last call. Mid-Breton scoping comments

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is hosting a public scoping period on this project, and your voice is needed. View this message on the web Last Chance to Add Your Voice to the Mid-Breton Sediment Diversion Scoping Process The Mid-Breton Sediment Diversion is a cornerstone project in the Coastal Mas…
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  Mississippi River Delta · [email protected]
August 4, 2020 at 2:19 PM

There's Still Time to Add Your Voice to the Mid-Breton Sediment Diversion Scoping Process

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is hosting a public scoping period on this project, and your voice is needed. View this message on the web Add Your Voice to the Mid-Breton Sediment Diversion Scoping Process The Mid-Breton Sediment Diversion is a cornerstone project in the Coastal Master Plan, helpi…
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