In The News
August 22, 2025
Meet the Team: Gianna Lourenco
Our team is at the heart of everything we do at the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council, and we’re excited to share their stories with you! In our “Meet the Team” series, we’ll highlight the passionate individuals who make... Keep reading »
August 22, 2025
2024 Annual Report
2024 was a big year for the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC)—and we’re excited to share all we accomplished with you in the 2024 Annual Report, which highlights the many ways we advanced environmental justice, public health, and... Keep reading »
August 22, 2025
Our 2025-2029 Strategic Plan
Our 2025-2029 Strategic Plan About the Plan The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) is committed to transforming the Woonasquatucket River from an abused natural resource into a source of renewal, resilience, and connection. Read the Woonasquatucket River Watershed... Keep reading »
August 22, 2025
Health Risks of Eating Fish from the Woonasquatucket River
Public Meeting Recap: Health Risks of Eating Fish from the Woonasquatucket River On Wednesday, August 20, 2025, community members gathered at North Providence Town Hall for a public meeting co-hosted by the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH)... Keep reading »
August 20, 2025
Take Me Fishing!
We were excited to step outside our watershed and join Take Me Fishing Day in Middletown this past weekend! Nearly 250 people came together to try their hand at fishing, enjoy crafts and activities, and spend a summer... Keep reading »
August 18, 2025
Smithfield Eagle Scout Takes Action Against Fishing Line Pollution
The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) is excited to celebrate the work of Cameron Caisse, a junior at Smithfield High School and member of Troop 1 Greenville, who recently completed his Eagle Scout project with an important environmental... Keep reading »
August 15, 2025
A Fin-Tastic Night for the Woonasquatucket
Fish Fun(d) 2025: A Fin-Tastic Night for the Woonasquatucket On Thursday, August 14, more than 200 people joined us at the second annual Fish Fun(d) celebration at Farm Fresh Rhode Island. Thanks to ALL Y’ALL and your collective... Keep reading »
August 12, 2025
3 Raffle Baskets, 3 Chances to Win
3 Raffle Baskets, 3 Chances to Win: Fish Fun(d) 2025 Raffle Preview The countdown is on for the 2025 Fish Fun(d) — and this year’s raffle is BIG, BAD BASS, and packed with prizes you’ll actually want to... Keep reading »
August 1, 2025
Stop Motion and a Movie Night at Riverside Park
On Wednesday, July 30, families gathered at Riverside Park for a special Starry Nights Cinema two-part event. The afternoon began with a hands-on stop motion animation workshop, where kids from across the city created and directed their own... Keep reading »
July 31, 2025
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE 2025 FISH FUN(D)
The 2025 Fish Fun(d) Fundraiser is just two short weeks away! This year’s event is bigger, bolder, and fishier than ever, all for a great cause. Join us on Thursday, August 14 from 5:30 to 8:00 PM at... Keep reading »
July 25, 2025
Meet the Team: David Morales
Our team is at the heart of everything we do at the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council, and we’re excited to share their stories with you! In our “Meet the Team” series, we’ll highlight the passionate individuals who make... Keep reading »
July 25, 2025
Community Rides Celebrate Red Shed Bike Camp Graduates
This summer, we launched something new and beautiful: a weekly community bike ride to celebrate our Red Shed Bike Camp graduates, and it has been a total hit. Every Friday, a growing crew of family members, friends, neighbors,... Keep reading »