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.
DATE Wednesday, August 30, 2023 TIME 5:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. LOCATION The Cooperage (822 S Water St, Milwaukee) Let’s celebrate Two Decades of Cheryl Nenn as the Riverkeeper, and her incredible legacy of fighting for clean water in Milwaukee. Join us for a night of...
The Milwaukee Boat Parade is a celebration of the rivers and waterways that run through the city of Milwaukee! It is a traditional parade, but on the water and highlights several different boating and artistic communities.
Several paddlers and residents contacted Millwaukee Riverkeeper with reports of a heavy oil sheen on the Milwaukee River downstream from Silver Spring on Tuesday night. This spill was reported to WDNR’s Spill Line, and a warden responded.
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.