BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Milwaukee Riverkeeper - ECPv6.17.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Milwaukee Riverkeeper REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T200000 DTSTAMP:20260112T220842Z CREATED:20260112T220842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T220842Z UID:10000067-1769623200-1769630400@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org SUMMARY:Sustainable Creatives Meetup - Jan 2026 DESCRIPTION:Events\nSustainable Creatives Meetup\nDescription:\nAre you a creative person with a heart for sustainability and community? \nJoin us for our next Sustainable Creatives Meetup on Wednesday\, January 28 at Boone & Crockett from 6-8pm! \nWe’re creating a space to meet fellow environmental creatives\, share ideas\, support one another\, and imagine where we can go together. Help us determine what our event schedule should look like for the rest of 2026! \nFREE + welcoming all creative spirits \nHosted by Milwaukee Riverkeeper\, Mike Crivello’s Cameras\, and Troy Freund Photography \n \n RSVPs Appreciated: Please email Comms@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org. \nEvent Details\nDate\nJanuary 28th\, 2026\n6PM – 8PM \nLocation:\nBoone & Crockett\n818 S Water St.\nMilwaukee\, WI 53204 \nGet Directions \nContact Info:\nIf you have questions please call: \n(414) 287-0207 \nThanks to our partners for their generous support of this event! URL:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/event/sustainable-creatives-meetup-jan-2026/ LOCATION:Boone & Crockett\, 818 S. Water St.\, Milwaukee\, 53204\, United States CATEGORIES:Meetups & Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Sustainable-Creatives-Meetup_2025-FacebookEmail-1920-x-1080-px-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T170000 DTSTAMP:20251017T210923Z CREATED:20251017T174557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T210923Z UID:10000051-1762614000-1762621200@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org SUMMARY:Wild and Scenic Film Festival: Water Tales with Milwaukee Film DESCRIPTION:Events\nWild and Scenic Film Festival: Water Tales\nGet Tickets Here \nDescription:\nFilm Screening and Q&A Panel with Local Experts \nWe’re taking water to the big screen with a showing of the Wild and Scenic Film Festival: Water Tales. Cozy up and reserve your seat for this screening featuring five insightful short films you won’t want to miss. Witness inspiring stories of water heroes\, uncommon volunteers\, and indigenous activists\, and walk away with a deeper understanding of our relationship to water. \nAfterwards\, we’ll hear directly from local panel of experts\, Mark Denning of Sturgeon Protectors\, Karen Murchie of Shedd Aquarium\, Pierce VanValkenberg of American Rivers\, and Anggita Baruna of Sungai Watch\, in a guided discussion on topics like dam removal\, fish migration and native stewardship practices. Learn about the impact of these issues in Milwaukee\, and how you can be the one to make a difference. \n \n Event Details\nDate:\nNovember 8th\, 2025 \nTime:\n3:00pm – 5:00pm \nPrice:\n$13/Ticket (general) \n$11/Ticket (Seniors \, students\, educator or military) \nPhysical Demand:\nLow \nQuestions?\nContact our Program Manager\, Leah at leah@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org \nIn partnership with:\nThanks to our sponsors for their generous support of this event!\nDave and Judy Hecker URL:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/event/wild-and-scenic-film/ LOCATION:Oriental Theater\, 2230 N Farwell Ave\, Milwaukee\, 53202\, United States CATEGORIES:Education / Classes,Partner Events,Physical Demand: Easy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/54648445095_de8dce9d72_o-scaled-e1760726056418.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T160000 DTSTAMP:20251003T135227Z CREATED:20251003T134836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T135227Z UID:10000065-1760184000-1760198400@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org SUMMARY:Let's Clean Up: Honey Creek [Armour Park] DESCRIPTION:Events\nLet’s Clean Up:  Honey Creek Parkway\nRegister \n\n\n\nLet’s clean up Honey Creek at Armour Park! Volunteers can meet across the street from the parking lot in the grassy area between Honey Creek and the Powerline Trail. Please dress for the weather and bring a reusable water bottle! \nSpend your day outdoors making a meaningful impact—cleaning up litter\, connecting with neighbors\, and enjoying the fresh air. Whether you’re coming on your own\, with friends\, or as a family\, every pair of hands helps. \nIf you have trouble finding the group\, call the site captain\, Nick at 414-731-5022. \n\n\n\n\nFor FAQ’s about our Cleanup\, please visit our Join a Cleanup page.\nEvent Details\nDate\nOctober 11th\, 2025\n12PM – 4PM \nYou Should Bring:\n\nClose-toed shoes\nReusable water bottle\nDress for the weather\nSunscreen\nBug spray\n\nBasic Agenda:\n\nCheck-in with Site Captain\nListen to announcements\, grab supplies\nStart picking up trash!\nLeave trash where your Site Captain direct\n\nWaiver Required – available on-site\nCost:\nFREE \nContact Info:\nIf you have questions please email: \nadoptariver@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org URL:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/event/lets-clean-up-honey-creek-3/ LOCATION:Honey Creek Parkway CATEGORIES:Clean Ups,Kid Friendly,Physical Demand: Moderate ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/54805863163_700ae12452_o-e1759499530782.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T120000 DTSTAMP:20250930T123843Z CREATED:20250909T182130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T123843Z UID:10000063-1760176800-1760184000@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org SUMMARY:Let's Clean Up: Honey Creek DESCRIPTION:Events\nLet’s Clean Up:  Honey Creek Parkway\nRegister \nDescription:\n\n\n\nLet’s cleanup Honey Creek! Volunteers will meet at the North end of Hawthrone Outdoor Soccer Park\, just to the East of the intersection of Portland Ave and Honey Creek Parkway.  Please dress for the weather and bring a reusable water bottle! \nSpend your morning outdoors making a meaningful impact—cleaning up litter\, connecting with neighbors\, and enjoying the fresh air. Whether you’re coming on your own\, with friends\, or as a family\, every pair of hands helps. \nIf you have trouble finding the group\, call the site captain\, Kyle at 414-522-9449. \n\n\n\n\nFor FAQ’s about our Cleanup\, please visit our Join a Cleanup page.\nEvent Details\nDate\nOctober 11th\, 2025\n10AM – 12PM \nYou Should Bring:\n\nClose-toed shoes\nReusable water bottle\nDress for the weather\nSunscreen\nBug spray\n\nBasic Agenda:\n\nCheck-in with Site Captain\nListen to announcements\, grab supplies\nStart picking up trash!\nLeave trash where your Site Captain direct\n\nWaiver Required – available on-site\nCost:\nFREE \nContact Info:\nIf you have questions please email: \nadoptariver@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org URL:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/event/lets-clean-up-honey-creek-2/ LOCATION:Honey Creek Parkway CATEGORIES:Clean Ups,Kid Friendly,Physical Demand: Moderate ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/53721807625_95eaeff099_c-e1757346412504.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T200000 DTSTAMP:20251008T155736Z CREATED:20250519T213202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T155736Z UID:10000034-1760031000-1760040000@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org SUMMARY:Watershed Moments: 30 Years of Keeping Our Rivers DESCRIPTION:Events\nRegistration closed – sold out! \nUnable to attend? Please consider showing your support by donating here!\nDescription:\nJoin us for an amazing evening of celebration with delicious bites\, live music\, mermaids\, art and more! \nWe’ll look back on all we have accomplished together over 30 years\, recognize special community members and share our vision for a future filled with swimmable\, fishable\, drinkable waters. Cash bar available including a special Milwaukee Riverkeeper-inspired drink! \nA short program will include voices from the community and the presentation of our River Hero awards. \nSupport this Event:\nFor our community members looking to make an extra contribution in recognition of our 30th\, we welcome your support as a Damselfly Defender event sponsor. \nDamselfy Defender Sponsorship includes: \n\n2 tickets to the event\nName on collective slide in program slideshow\nRecognition on event webpage\n\nPlease note: tickets are tax-deductible less $50 each\, the estimated fair market value of benefits received. \n \n Event Details\nDate:\nOctober 9th\, 2025 \nTime\n5:30pm – 8:00pm \nLocation\nThe Ivy House\n906 S Barclay St\,\nMilwaukee\, WI 53204 \n \n Parking:\nStreet parking and limited venue parking lot spaces available. To reserve a space in the venue lot\, purchase parking in advance along with your ticket. \nGuests should expect\n\nLive Music\nSatisfying Small Bites & Cash Bar\nRiver Inspired Art Showcase & Sale\nMermaid Photo Booth\nMilestone Highlights & Short Program\nPresentation of River Hero Awards\n\nThank You to Our Event Sponsors\nRiver Otter Allies\nBrook Trout Backers\nDamselfly Defenders\nGreenwise Landscapes \nMilwaukee Kayak Company \nThe Brico Fund URL:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/event/30-year-fundraiser/ LOCATION:Ivy House\, 906 South Barclay Street\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53204 CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Physical Demand: Easy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/30th-Event-STD-Website.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T120000 DTSTAMP:20250908T184249Z CREATED:20250908T184249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T184249Z UID:10000062-1758967200-1758974400@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org SUMMARY:Let's Clean Up: Lakefront Brewery DESCRIPTION:Events\nLet’s Clean Up:  Lakefront Brewery\nRegister \nDescription:\n\n\n\nLet’s clean up the Milwaukee River! Volunteers will meet at Lakefront Brewery\, at the tent located at the entrance to the green lot east of our parking lot.  Check-in will begin at 9am. Please dress for the weather and bring a reusable water bottle! \nSpend your morning outdoors making a meaningful impact—cleaning up litter\, connecting with neighbors\, and enjoying the fresh air. Whether you’re coming on your own\, with friends\, or as a family\, every pair of hands helps. \nIf you have trouble finding the group\, call the site captain\, Liz at 262-510-5646. \n\n\n\n\nFor FAQ’s about our Cleanup\, please visit our Join a Cleanup page.\nEvent Details\nDate\nSeptember 27th\, 2025\n10AM – 12PM \nYou Should Bring:\n\nClose-toed shoes\nReusable water bottle\nDress for the weather\nSunscreen\nBug spray\n\nBasic Agenda:\n\nCheck-in with Site Captain\nListen to announcements\, grab supplies\nStart picking up trash!\nLeave trash where your Site Captain directs\n\nWaiver Required – available on-site\nCost:\nFREE \nContact Info:\nIf you have questions please email: \nadoptariver@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org URL:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/event/lets-clean-up-lakefront-brewery/ LOCATION:Lakefront Brewery CATEGORIES:Clean Ups,Kid Friendly,Physical Demand: Moderate ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/54515439479_2bb46d8b3f_h-e1757356936519.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T140000 DTSTAMP:20250820T170545Z CREATED:20250819T154537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T170545Z UID:10000047-1757851200-1757858400@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org SUMMARY:Let's Clean Up: Webster Park DESCRIPTION:Events\nLet’s Clean Up:  Webster Park with Craig Husar & Seiko\nRegister \nDescription:\n\n\n\nIt’s National Cleanup Month! Let’s celebrate and clean up the Menomonee River at Webster Park with Craig Husar & Seiko. Volunteers will meet at the Webster Park parking lot. Lot parking is available nearby. \nSpend your morning outdoors making a meaningful impact—cleaning up litter\, connecting with neighbors\, and enjoying the fresh air. Whether you’re coming on your own\, with friends\, or as a family\, every pair of hands helps. \nIf you have trouble finding the group\, call the site captain\, Leah at 414-287-0209. \n\n\n\n\nFor FAQ’s about our Cleanup\, please visit our Join a Cleanup page.\nEvent Details\nDate\nSeptember 14th\, 2025\n12PM – 2PM \nYou Should Bring:\n\nClose-toed shoes\nReusable water bottle\nDress for the weather\nSunscreen\nBug spray\n\nBasic Agenda:\n\nCheck-in with Site Captain\nListen to announcements\, grab supplies\nStart picking up trash!\nLeave trash where your Site Captain directs\n\nWaiver Required – available on-site\nCost:\nFREE \nContact Info:\nIf you have questions please email: \nadoptariver@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org \nThanks to our partners for their generous support of this event! URL:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/event/lets-clean-up-webster-park/ LOCATION:Webster Park\, 4521 N Mayfair Rd\, Wauwatosa\, WI\, 53225\, United States CATEGORIES:Clean Ups,Kid Friendly,Physical Demand: Moderate ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/54489408461_6117b69bd8_o-e1752851261277.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T120000 DTSTAMP:20250605T160904Z CREATED:20250604T212630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T160904Z UID:10000037-1757577600-1757592000@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org SUMMARY:Smart Salting: Parking Lots & Sidewalks DESCRIPTION:Events\nSmart Salting: Parking Lots & Sidewalks\nRegister: Parking Lots & Sidewalks \nDescription:\nAre you a private contractor who clears snow and ice for local businesses? Join the Parking Lots & Sidewalks training session and become an industry leader in responsible snow and ice management.  We will show you how to help protect our waterways\, reduce salt usage\, save money and better serve your customers at the same time! \nTraining Session Will Focus On: \n\nApplication rates\nEquipment calibration\nEmerging methods of snow and ice management\n\nThe course concludes with an assessment\, and the opportunity to become a Smart Salting Certified Contractor. \n \n Event Details\nDate:\nSeptember 11th\, 2025\n8AM – 12PM \nLocation:\nUW-Milwaukee’s School of Freshwater Sciences\n600 E Greenfield Ave\nMilwaukee\, WI 53204 \nParticipants should expect:\nTraining will facilitated by Wisconsin Salt Wise. Breakfast\, snacks\, and refreshments will be provided during the program. \nPlease notify Milwaukee Riverkeeper staff of any dietary requirements in advance. \nCertification:\nAn optional assessment will be offered at the end of the training session to become certified. \nAdditional Sessions:\nRoadways – 9/10 \nContact Info:\nIf you have questions please email: katie@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org \nThanks to our partners for their generous support of this program! \n\ndocument.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded"\, () => {\n const waveLine = document.querySelector(".wave-line path");\n\n // Dynamically calculate the total path length\n const pathLength = waveLine.getTotalLength();\n waveLine.style.strokeDasharray = pathLength;\n waveLine.style.strokeDashoffset = pathLength;\n\n // Set up IntersectionObserver\n const observer = new IntersectionObserver(\n ([entry]) => {\n if (entry.isIntersecting) {\n // Trigger animation when element is in view\n waveLine.style.transition = "stroke-dashoffset 3.5s ease-in-out";\n waveLine.style.strokeDashoffset = "0"; // Animate to fully reveal the line\n\n observer.unobserve(waveLine); // Stop observing after triggering\n }\n }\,\n {\n threshold: 0.5\, // Trigger when 50% of the element is visible\n }\n );\n\n observer.observe(waveLine);\n}); URL:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/event/smart-salting-parking/ LOCATION:School of Freshwater Sciences\, 600 E Greenfield Ave\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53204\, United States CATEGORIES:Education / Classes,Meetups & Networking,Physical Demand: Easy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/51829062610_eb80ef1ca7_o-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T120000 DTSTAMP:20250605T161212Z CREATED:20250604T140519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T161212Z UID:10000035-1757491200-1757505600@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org SUMMARY:Smart Salting: Roadways DESCRIPTION:Events\nSmart Salting: Roadways\nRegister: Roadways \nDescription:\nAre you a municipality looking to more effectively clear roadways? Join our Roads-Focused workshop on responsible salt application. \nWe will provide industry-leading guidance on: \n\nApplication rates\nEquipment calibration\nEmerging methods of snow and ice management\n\nLearn how to manage snow and ice more efficiently—while protecting our local waterways from harmful salt pollution. The course concludes with a Smart Salting Assessment\, giving participants the opportunity to earn the Smart Salting Certification. \nDon’t miss this chance to sharpen your skills\, reduce salt use\, and make a positive impact on our environment! \n \n Event Details\nDate:\nSeptember 10th\, 2025\n8AM – 12PM \nLocation:\nUW-Milwaukee’s School of Freshwater Sciences\n600 E Greenfield Ave\nMilwaukee\, WI 53207 \nParticipants should expect:\nTraining session facilitated by Wisconsin Salt Wise. Breakfast\, snacks\, and refreshments will be provided throughout the session. \nPlease notify Milwaukee Riverkeeper staff of any dietary requirements in advance. \nCertification:\nAn optional assessment to become certified in Smart Salting will be offered following the workshop. \nAdditional Sessions:\nSidewalks & Parking Lots – 9/11 \nContact Info:\nIf you have questions please email: katie@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org \nThanks to our partners for their generous support of this program! \n\ndocument.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded"\, () => {\n const waveLine = document.querySelector(".wave-line path");\n\n // Dynamically calculate the total path length\n const pathLength = waveLine.getTotalLength();\n waveLine.style.strokeDasharray = pathLength;\n waveLine.style.strokeDashoffset = pathLength;\n\n // Set up IntersectionObserver\n const observer = new IntersectionObserver(\n ([entry]) => {\n if (entry.isIntersecting) {\n // Trigger animation when element is in view\n waveLine.style.transition = "stroke-dashoffset 3.5s ease-in-out";\n waveLine.style.strokeDashoffset = "0"; // Animate to fully reveal the line\n\n observer.unobserve(waveLine); // Stop observing after triggering\n }\n }\,\n {\n threshold: 0.5\, // Trigger when 50% of the element is visible\n }\n );\n\n observer.observe(waveLine);\n}); URL:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/event/smart-salting-roads/ LOCATION:School of Freshwater Sciences\, 600 E Greenfield Ave\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53204\, United States CATEGORIES:Education / Classes,Meetups & Networking,Physical Demand: Easy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/51829062610_eb80ef1ca7_o-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T200000 DTSTAMP:20250814T192315Z CREATED:20250814T154119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T192315Z UID:10000052-1756404000-1756411200@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org SUMMARY:Sustainable Creatives August Meetup DESCRIPTION:Events\nSustainable Creatives Meetup\nDescription:\nAre you a creative person with a heart for sustainability and community? \nJoin us for our second Sustainable Creatives Meetup on Thursday\, August 28 at the South Shore Beer Garden from 6-8pm! \nThis is a beginning — not a blueprint. We’re creating a space to meet fellow environmental creatives\, share ideas\, support one another\, and imagine where we can go together. \nFREE + welcoming all creative spirits \nHosted by Milwaukee Riverkeeper\, Mike Crivello’s Cameras\, and Troy Freund Photography \n \n Save Your Spot \nEvent Details\nDate\nAugust 28th\, 2025\n6PM – 8PM \nLocation:\nSouth Shore Terrace Kitchen and Beer Garden\n2900 S. Shore Dr.\nMilwaukee\, WI 53207 \nGet Directions \nContact Info:\nIf you have questions please call: \n(414) 287-0207 \nThanks to our partners for their generous support of this event! URL:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/event/sustainable-creatives-august-meetup/ LOCATION:South Shore Park Beer Garden\, 2900 S Shore Dr.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53207\, United States CATEGORIES:Meetups & Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Sustainable-Creatives-Meetup_2025-FacebookEmail-1920-x-1080-px-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T120000 DTSTAMP:20250818T181545Z CREATED:20250519T204636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T181545Z UID:10000024-1755597600-1755604800@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org SUMMARY:Guided Tour: Jones Island DESCRIPTION:Events\nGuided Tour: Jones Island\nRegistration Full \nDescription:\nStep behind the scenes of one of Milwaukee’s most critical environmental operations with a guided tour of the Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility. This  experience offers a rare glimpse into the science and technology that keep our waterways clean and our communities healthy. \nLed by knowledgeable staff\, the tour explores how water quality is monitored and reclaimed through cutting-edge testing\, sampling\, and analysis. Learn about the process to clean and return water to our waterways\, while ensuring compliance with environmental standards—work that plays a vital role in protecting Lake Michigan and the region’s water resources. \nWhether you’re a student\, science enthusiast\, or simply curious about what happens after the flush\, this tour offers a fascinating window into the hidden infrastructure that supports everyday life. \n \n Event Details\nDate:\nAugust 19th\, 2025 \nTime\n10:00am – 12:00pm \nPrice\nFREE \nPhysical Demand:\nEasy \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED\nWhat to Expect:\nParticipants are required to wear close toed shoes and long pants. Hard hats and safety glasses\, provided by Veolia\, are also required to be worn at all times during the tour. Dress for the weather\, and in layers. Much of the tour will be outdoors. There will be limited access to restrooms during the tour. \nParking: \nAmple parking is available. \nQuestions?\nContact our Event Specialist\, Allie at allie@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org URL:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/event/guided-tour-jones-island/ LOCATION:Jones Island\, 700 E Jones St\, Milwaukee\, 53207\, United States CATEGORIES:Education / Classes,Physical Demand: Easy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/LabTour.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR