WMHT is pleased to support
Swim for the River Hudson River Towns Tour

Airing Thursday, December 14th at 9:00 p.m. and
Sunday, December 17th at 7:00 p.m.

Riverkeeper and Moira Productions has announce the completion of an important new documentary film SWIM FOR THE RIVER about the Hudson River and people working to protect it and its watershed.  Prior to the film’s official release on public television, Riverkeeper has teamed up with the film’s producer to organize screenings of the documentary in Hudson River towns and cities in October and November 2006.  This tour, which includes screenings, special presentations, and audience discussions, as an opportunity to support groups along the river that are dedicated to helping protect the environment. WMHT is proud to be sponsoring community screenings of this film.

Screenings will be held in community halls, libraries, theatres, and college and school auditoriums.  Director Tom Weidlinger, will talk with audiences about what he’s learned about the river and the challenges that face it, during the two years that he’s spent on this project.  At larger events and venues, Riverkeeper has agreed to provide speakers to address regional environmental issues and to talk about its current role on the Hudson.

Dive Deeper

The Swim for the River Study Guide contains articles on the history and science of environmental issues pertainig to the Hudson, offers a unique opportunity for educators and students of all ages to dig deeper into issues touched on in the film. It also provides tools to facilitate the use of the film in classroom settings.

Get Involved

If you’d like to get more involved with environmental issues in your area we recommend looking at the Swim for the River Directory of Hudson River Environmental Organizations. Containing up-to-date descriptions and contact information for 50 groups in the Hudson river watershed, it helps bridge the gap between interest and involvement by connecting you with local environmental issues.

(Photo credits Basil CHilder © 2004)