Harpeth Conservancy’s mission of protecting clean water and your rivers is more vital than ever during this global pandemic and economic upheaval. Our core focus is to make sure our rivers in Tennessee are healthy for everyone. While government is focused on COVID-19, we are focused on ensuring public involvement in government decision-making is not undermined. Dangerous bills and less enforcement are threatening our waterways and water systems, but we are watching and working hard. However, we cannot do it alone. We need your support.

For 16 years, our annual River Swing event has been a fabulous celebration while raising nearly one third of the needed funds for our mission. This year, we hope to continue the tradition with a safer 17^th annual River Swing by following Governor Lee’s TN Pledge. Plans are for the event to take place September 18 and 19, 2020 at the spacious River Circle Farm with a smaller guest list and key safety protocols in place (see RS COVID Precautions). We will adapt as needed as conditions change. Our hope is that regardless of the times and whether you can attend River Swing this year, you will continue to support our work for clean water this year when it is needed more than ever.

As part of the Southeast’s unique freshwater river system with one of the most exceptional ecosystems on the planet, the Harpeth is home to an incredible variety of aquatic life. Visitors from near and far are attracted to the Harpeth River, one of the most ecologically, culturally, historically, and recreationally significant rivers in Tennessee. 

Harpeth Conservancy has broadened both the scope and geographic reach of its work as it applied lessons learned on the Harpeth to rivers and streams across the state. By seeking water quality solutions developed with diverse stakeholders, Harpeth Conservancy builds broad stewardship and shared responsibility for streams and rivers that are vital for the state’s economic well-being and quality of life.

We are the river.
United we are the solution.