BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Milwaukee Riverkeeper - ECPv6.17.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Milwaukee Riverkeeper 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:20260826T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T120000 DTSTAMP:20260818T194439Z CREATED:20260522T132810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T194439Z UID:10000076-1787731200-1787745600@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org SUMMARY:Smart Salting Workshop DESCRIPTION:Events\nSmart Salting Workshop\nRegistration Full \nDescription:\nMilwaukee Riverkeeper is inviting winter maintenance professionals to participate in a free Smart Salting Workshop led by the Wisconsin Salt Wise Coalition. The event will be held in UWM’s School of Freshwater Sciences (600 E Greenfield Ave). \nParticipants in this workshop will learn state-of-the-art winter maintenance practices\, including transitioning to liquid deicers and reducing overall salt application. The course concludes with a Smart Salting Assessment. Participants who successfully complete the exam will earn the Smart Salting Certification. \nThis workshop is part of a larger effort\, supported by the Fund for Lake Michigan\, to increase awareness of the impact of winter deicing activities on local waterways through Milwaukee Riverkeeper’s public education and monitoring work. The generous support from Fund for Lake Michigan allows us to provide this course at NO COST to attendees! \nAny questions can be directed to our Events Specialist\, Allie Mendez: allie@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org. \n \n Event Details\nDate:\nAugust 26th\, 2026\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. \nContact Info:\nIf you have questions please email: allie@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-workshop/ 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/2026/05/cedar-creek-winter-2-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260613 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260614 DTSTAMP:20260519T122726Z CREATED:20250417T214813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T122726Z UID:10000012-1781308800-1781395199@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org SUMMARY:Through the Lens: Photography Crash Course DESCRIPTION:Events\nThrough the Lens:  Photography Crash Course\nRegister for Classroom Session – Option #1 \n3PM – 5PM @ UWM School of Freshwater Sciences \nRegister for Classroom Session – Option #2 \n7PM – 9PM @ forMartha \nDescription:\nIn this 2-day crash course (June 13-14)\, you’ll learn from Troy Freund\, a professional photographer and one of Milwaukee Riverkeeper’s 2024 River Heroes! \nChoose from one of the available classroom options on June 13th\, and both groups will come together for a field session on the Westabrook Trail\, June 14th from 1 – 3 PM\, to practice skills learned in the classroom. \n\nLearn photography skills\, with visual examples of concepts being discussed\nConnect your interest in photography with your passion for our waterways\nGet outdoors + build your portfolio\nAll ages\, all gear welcome\n\n$40 total – Reach out to Shirley (shirley@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org) about scholarship availability! \n📷 Special thanks to Mike Crivello’s Camera and Imaging Center for making this possible! \nEvent Details\nDate\nClassroom Session (Two Options): \nJune 13th\, 2026\n3PM – 5PM or\n7PM – 9PM \nField Session & Hike: \nJune 14th\, 2026\n1PM – 3PM \nPrice:\n$40 \nPhysical Demand:\nEasy.  The field session should not be physically demanding. \nLocation:\nClassroom Option #1 – UWM School of Freshwater Sciences\n600 E Greenfield Ave.\nMilwaukee\, WI 53204\nGet Directions \nClassroom Option #2 – forMartha\n825 E Center St.\nMilwaukee\, WI 53212\nGet Directions \nField Session & Hike – Westabrook Trail\n4700 N Port Washington Rd.\nMilwaukee\, WI 53212\nGet Directions \n*Note: You will need to get a (free) parking pass from the front desk at the hotel. Just tell them you are there to hike the trail! \nContact Info:\nScholarships are available.  For more information or questions\, please contact Shirley at shirley@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org or call us at \n(414) 287-0207 \nThanks to our partners for their generous support of this event! URL:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/event/photography-crashcourse/ LOCATION:School of Freshwater Sciences\, 600 E Greenfield Ave\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53204\, United States CATEGORIES:Education / Classes,Physical Demand: Easy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ThroughtheLens_Photo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260108T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260108T200000 DTSTAMP:20251219T172350Z CREATED:20251202T170409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T172350Z UID:10000066-1767895200-1767902400@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org SUMMARY:Road Salt Monitoring DESCRIPTION:Events\nRoad Salt Monitoring\n** Registration for the 2026 monitoring season has been closed. **\nDescription:\nHelp Milwaukee Riverkeeper identify streams being impacted by road salt and its key ingredient chloride. Trained volunteers collect stream data following a snowfall or snowmelt event using poles or buckets to collect water. Volunteers do not get in the river\, however sampling does take place during the winter following snowfall events\, and during periods of cold weather \nThis monitoring is trigger-based\, water quality staff will contact volunteers when they should head into the field and collect data. Having some flexibility to monitor during these “trigger events” is recommended. \nTo Register:\nSelect a green icon from the map below. Follow the registration link to claim this monitoring location. Red icon are sites that have been filled. \nEvent Details\nRequired Training\nThursday\, January 8th 2026\n6-8PM\nUWM’s School of Freshwater Sciences\n600 E Greenfield Ave. Milwaukee\, WI 53204 \nCommitment Reminder:\nRoad salt monitoring is weather dependent; volunteers commit to visiting their designated stream site within 48 hours following trigger events called by Milwaukee Riverkeeper Staff. \nTraining Commitment:\nThere is no experience required to become a road salt monitor. To participate in this program\, you will be required to attend a training on Thursday\, January 8th from 6-8 PM. \nBasic Agenda:\n\nClassroom Training \nEquipment Calibration\nEquipment Distribution \n\nWaiver Required \nContact Info:\nIf you have questions please email: \nvolunteer@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org URL:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/event/road-salt-monitoring-2/ LOCATION:School of Freshwater Sciences\, 600 E Greenfield Ave\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53204\, United States CATEGORIES:Physical Demand: Challenging,Water Monitoring ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/MRK_Events_RoadSalt.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 END:VCALENDAR