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When it comes to the Milwaukee River Basin, there’s always a lot happening! We report om everything from local events to upcoming projects to emerging needs and opportunities to take action. Check back here to stay up-to-date or sign up for our newsletter for real-time updates.
Recent News & Articles
Originally published in the Ozaukee County News Graphic Contact the Cedarburg Common Council and ask them to fund[...]
Volunteers Site Captains lbs. of trash removed Sites Thank you to our supporters, sponsors, and volunteers for showing[...]
Milwaukee Riverkeeper to host 30th Annual Cleanup Event on April 26, 2025 MILWAUKEE, WI – This spring marks three decades[...]
Living in Wisconsin allows us to experience all seasons, including the quiet snowy winter. Snowflakes cover the grass and turn into hills for our children to sled down and enjoy life. Warm cups of tea become our go-to; we feel warm and cozy with thick socks. Winter is Mother Patchas' way to rest and recover, bringing us spring with an abundance of flowers and warm breezes that kiss our cheeks.
Each year, Milwaukee Riverkeeper releases an Annual River Basin Report Card, detailing the health of the Milwaukee River Basin’s three major waterways: the Milwaukee River, the Menomonee River and the Kinnickinnic River.
In 1968, Mayor Henry Maier called the Milwaukee River “an almost dead artery.” A year later, in Cleveland, the Cuyahoga River, fouled by industrial pollution, caught fire. Even in our nation’s capital, the Potomac River was so dangerous, falling in required a tetanus shot.
Dive into Milwaukee Riverkeeper's annual report on the health of the Milwaukee River Basin. This report is compiled and analyzed based on data collected by volunteer water quality monitors and partners in 2020.
Back this summer at Bradford Beach are trained guides ready to help you stay safe at the beach. These safety-minded community members bring knowledge about daily water quality, rip currents, water levels, and more! They teach at[...]
What is iNaturalist? iNaturalist is a community of citizen scientists, like you! Every observation can contribute to biodiversity science, from the rarest butterfly to the most common backyard weed. We share your findings with[...]
Dive into Milwaukee Riverkeeper's annual report on the health of the Milwaukee River Basin. This report is compiled and analyzed based on data collected by volunteer water quality monitors and partners in 2019.
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