In The News
April 15, 2026
We’re Hiring: Project Manager (Pedestrian/Cyclist Transportation Infrastructure)
Position: Project Manager (Pedestrian/Cyclist Transportation Infrastructure) The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) is a non-profit organization seeking an individual who will lead the planning, design, and construction of capital projects that advance the Woonasquatucket River Greenway. The Project... Keep reading »
April 12, 2026
Flower Power: Art, Bikes, and a Really Nice Morning Outside
Flower Power: Art, Bikes, and a Really Nice Morning Outside Last Saturday, we gathered behind Gotham Greens with 55 community members for to get outside, celebrate art, and enjoy the Greenway in bloom with a community bike ride.... Keep reading »
April 12, 2026
Donigian Park Spring Fling
Donigian Park Spring Fling Donigian Park was buzzing on Saturday, April 11 as neighbors, friends, and families came together for our Spring Fling in the Pollinator Garden. It was one of those early spring days that reminds you... Keep reading »
April 8, 2026
Tree Pop-Up Recap
Tree Pop-Up Recap: A Field Trip Into the World of Trees On Wednesday, April 8th, we hosted a Tree Pop-Up “field trip” that brought 15 guests (about 25 people total) together for a fast, fun, and hands-on introduction... Keep reading »
April 8, 2026
35,000 Reasons to Get Outside
35,000 Reasons to Get Outside: Spring on the Greenway Spring on the Woonasquatucket River Greenway doesn’t just happen. It gets planted. This year, WRWC’s River Rangers put more than 35,000 flower bulbs into the ground. What you’re seeing... Keep reading »
March 28, 2026
Joslin Community Garden Work Day
A Great Start at Joslin Community Garden We had a beautiful day at our first Joslin Community Garden Work Day of 2026, and it felt like the perfect way to welcome the season. 25 neighbors and volunteers came... Keep reading »
March 27, 2026
Johnston Earth Day Celebration
Celebrate Earth Day Along the Woonasquatucket River Greenway in Johnston Spring is here, and that means it’s time to get outside, get your hands dirty, and celebrate Earth Day along the Woonasquatucket River Greenway! On Saturday, April 25... Keep reading »
March 27, 2026
2026 National Bike Summit
WRWC Bikes to Washington DC for the 2026 National Bike Summit This past week our Bicycle Education team along with colleagues from the Rhode Island Bicycle Coalition, Bike Newport, and Providence Street Coalition traveled to Washington DC to... Keep reading »
March 27, 2026
Meet the Team: Shiloh Cabot-Miller
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 »
March 27, 2026
The Great Wetland Wander
The Great Wetland Wander: A Night of Frog Calls and Community at Neutaconkanut Park On the evening of March 26, the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council welcomed a small and enthusiastic group to Neutaconkanut Park for The Great Wetland... Keep reading »
March 26, 2026
Barrels of Fun!
Campeones del Combate Climático: Barrels of Fun! A huge thank you to our Community Action team for running another successful Campeones del Combate Climático rain barrel workshop. Participants are taking barrels home and getting ready to install them... Keep reading »
March 26, 2026
Jarrod Holgate on Snowmelt, Stormwater, and Rising Rivers
Providence Eye: Jarrod Holgate on Snowmelt, Stormwater, and Rising Rivers In the Providence Eye article Let it Linger? A Slow Snowmelt Replenishes Local Watertables but Releases Pollution into Waterways, Jarrod Holgate, WRWC’s Stormwater Supervisor, shared insight on the... Keep reading »