In The News
November 25, 2024
Explore Nature with 15 Minute Field Trips: A Year of Adventures on the Woonasquatucket Greenway
Are you ready for a year filled with outdoor fun, nature exploration, and family-friendly adventures? The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) is teaming up with 15 Minute Field Trips to bring an incredible lineup of events to the... Keep reading »
November 17, 2024
Greenway Updates: Pollinators, Perennials, and Progress at Gotham Greens
The Woonasquatucket River Greenway continues to flourish as exciting updates bring new life to the Gotham Greens Greenway spur. Over 2,000 pollinator-friendly plants, including vibrant perennials and decorative grasses, have been installed along this pivotal urban trail. These... Keep reading »
November 15, 2024
WRWC Leads the Charge for Flood Mitigation and Stormwater Management in Downtown Providence
WRWC Leads the Charge for Flood Mitigation and Stormwater Management in Downtown Providence In a initiative aimed at addressing flooding and stormwater management, the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) has partnered with Groundwork Rhode Island’s GroundCorp and WRWC’s... Keep reading »
November 12, 2024
Spotlight on Our Inspiring Summer Interns: Angie & Randy
At the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC), we love to work with bright, passionate individuals who are excited about environmental education and hands-on learning. Every year, we’re fortunate to bring on interns who contribute their talents and energy... Keep reading »
November 4, 2024
Greenspace Glow-Up: Joslin Garden Clean Day Recap
Big thanks to everyone who showed up on November 2nd to make the Joslin Community Garden Clean Day a huge success! With the help of our awesome volunteers, we tackled garden beds, managed invasive plants, and threw around... Keep reading »
November 1, 2024
WRWC’s Gianna Lourenco and Tristan Corona Share Community-Centered Vision at National Coastal Summit
Gianna Lourenco, Youth Education Coordinator, and Tristan Corona, Green Infrastructure Manager, represented the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) at the 2024 Restore America’s Estuaries (RAE) Coastal & Estuarine Summit in Washington, D.C. The summit brought together over 300... Keep reading »
August 22, 2024
Paddle into Autumn with WRWC: Final Two Trips of the Season!
Join us for the final two paddle trips of the 2024 season! Whether you’re a seasoned paddler or new to the sport, these upcoming trips are the perfect way to experience the beauty and serenity of the Woonasquatucket... Keep reading »
August 22, 2024
Protected: Launch of VECINA.ORG – A New Digital Resource for Olneyville
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August 21, 2024
Celebrating the 2024 Red Shed Bike Camp Season
Last week, the we proudly celebrated the successful completion of the 2024 Red Shed Bike Camp. Over 80 young people ages 8-13 completed the program this season. Our graduation event, held on Friday, August 16th, was a heartwarming... Keep reading »
August 20, 2024
Inside 41ºN: Exploring ‘Water Pressure’ and WRWC’s Push for Resilience
The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) is actively tackling the escalating challenges of flooding and water pollution in Rhode Island, issues highlighted in the recent 41ºN article “Water Pressure” by Ellen Liberman. Our Executive Director, Alicia J. Lehrer,... Keep reading »
August 16, 2024
Eagle Square Bridge Transformed: Youth-Designed Mural and Benches Unveiled
Providence, RI – On the morning of Friday, August 16th, the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC), DownCity Design, partners, family and friends gathered at the newly transformed Eagle Square Bridge for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially unveil a... Keep reading »
August 14, 2024
WRWC Receives Grant from United Way of RI to Support Community Empowerment Program, Nuevas Voces
The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) is excited to share the news that we have been awarded significant funding from the United Way of Rhode Island’s Providence Equity Fund. This grant will support our Community Program, Nuevas Voces,... Keep reading »