The mission of the Androscoggin River Watershed Council is to continuously improve environmental quality, encourage stewardship, and promote healthy and prosperous communities in the Androscoggin Watershed.
Advocate and support environmentally responsible economic, community and recreational development
ARWC promotes recreational uses, especially through increased access and responsible, low-impact activities. We respect local concerns and private property rights
Encourage inter-community and inter-state cooperation and planning.
ARWC promotes collaboration that recognizes the human and natural resources of the watershed.
Advocate and support continued improvement of the natural environment
We promote sustainable use of the lands and natural resources on the watershed, programs to protect important habitat and improve existing habitat, programs to improve water quality, and pollution prevention programs.
Provide educational opportunities in support of the ARWC mission
ARWC promotes the historic and cultural aspects of the watershed and greater understanding and appreciation for the interconnectedness of watershed resources.
Actively develop and maintain broad-based involvement.
We support sub-regional and local groups and promote communication and cooperation among all interests, including these outside the watershed, in carrying out the ARWC mission. ARWC also promotes grassroots community involvement, especially through community conferences and special events to implement future goals.