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Our testing work reveals that Shem Creek does not meet its water quality standard for safe swimming. Hear your Waterkeeper explain why and learn what we’re doing about it in “Sullied Shem Creek not safe to swim; state challenged to force clean up” from the Post and Courier’s Bo Peterson. Stand... Read More

Stand up for your favorite local waterways during Lowcountry Giving Day. Make a donation at: https://text.gives/cleanwater Here in the Lowcountry, the salt marsh is often the first sign of the changing seasons. As the water and air warm during Spring, last year’s gray-brown Spartina gives way to a flush of new growth... Read More

Water Quality Scorecard Our 3rd annual Recreational Water Quality Scorecard is now available online! If you haven’t done so yet, be sure to check it out. Pitch in now to help make 2016 testing season a success: support water quality testing. The Scorecard measures the “swimmability” of 15 sites we regularly test... Read More

Saloon Session with Will Vesely Will is involved with Charleston Waterkeeper in many different ways, from outreach to lab work. He first learned about our work while doing research in Dr. Vulava’s lab at the College of Charleston. He then got involved with the College of Charleston Waterkeeper Club, eventually taking... Read More

Charleston Waterkeeper is supported by a diverse group of volunteers and members connected by a common thread: a personal connection to Charleston’s local waterways coupled with a strong sense of community service. Their stories are engaging and inspire us every day at Charleston Waterkeeper. Join our community of supporters and... Read More

Our first annual “Charleston Waterkeeper: 2015 By the Numbers” report shows just how we’ve protected and restored your right to clean, healthy waterways this past year. Help us accomplish even more in 2016. Become a member today to make sure your tidal creeks, rivers, and harbor have a champion. Download... Read More