Water Fowl Foul Water

This is the June challenge from the Love Your Rivers Campaign, which happens to speak to an issue dear to my heart.  Hmm, I wonder what this says about me... Anyway, I have long been a loud complainer about poop of all kinds, so this really toots my horn, dog poop, bird poop, people poop:

June 2011 Challenge Craptastic!

People and our furry and feathered friends contribute to the ickiest form of river pollution: number two. Many of Oregon's most common river problems—from unsafe bacteria levels to wildlife-choking algae blooms—are caused in part by poorly managed poo-lution. Ducks and dogs can’t help it, but you can: Take this month’s pledge. Your challenge Always pick up after your pet Don’t feed the ducks If your home has a septic tank, maintain it regularly Take this challenge and you’ll be entered to win a a two-person basic skills kayak class from Alder Creek Kayak ($130 value). Take at least six monthly challenges before October 2011, and you’ll have a chance to win the grand Love Your River prize.