Freshwater Field Hours: Mussels of the Milwaukee River
June 23 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Events
Freshwater Field Hours: Mussels of the Milwaukee River
Description:
Join Milwaukee Riverkeeper and Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources mussel biologist Lisie Kitchel — a renowned conservationist — for a hands-on mussel survey in the Milwaukee River Watershed!
This informative session will take place on the main branch of the Milwaukee River at Hubbard Park. You’ll learn about the critical role mussels play in maintaining healthy rivers, their fascinating life cycle, and the key characteristics used to identify different species. Participants will then take to the water to explore native mussel habitats alongside an expert and contribute valuable data to the WDNR’s Wisconsin Mussel Monitoring Program. Volunteers will also be trained on how to use the iNaturalist app to document and share their findings directly with the WDNR.
Event Details
Date:
June 23rd, 2026
Time
5:30pm – 7:30pm
Price
FREE
Physical Demand:
Moderate
Basic Agenda:
- Meet at Hubbard Park Beer Garden
- Program begins: introduction to mussels
- Wade into river for hands-on mussel survey
- Mussel identification and wrap up
You Should Bring:
- Shoes/sandals appropriate for wading or your own waders (indicate wader size during registration, if needed)
- Polarized sunglasses (optional)
Parking:
Ample parking is available.
Questions?
Contact our Events Specialist, Allie at allie@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org
