In The News
April 18, 2025
Congratulations to our Girls Bike Camp Graduates!
Friday April 18tth, five awesome new bike riders completed a full week of Girls Bike Camp! Held over April school break, this camp is all about building confidence, skills, and community for girls ages 8–13. Throughout the week,... Keep reading »
April 13, 2025
Building Soil and Community at Joslin Garden
Even on a chilly, rainy day, the energy at Joslin Community Garden was bright! Gardeners—including several WRWC Nuevas Voces participants—gathered with Stewart Martin from Providence GardenWorks to install a brand-new compost system at the site. This hands-on project gives... Keep reading »
April 7, 2025
02909 Neighbors Come Together for Community Tree Forum
April 5, 2025 | Olneyville Resilience HubIn partnership with ONE Neighborhood Builders, Central Providence Health Equity Zone (CPO HEZ), and the Providence Neighborhood Planting Program (PNPP) Earlier this month, something special took root in the heart of Olneyville.... Keep reading »
April 3, 2025
Thank You! 242 Donors, 101% Funded!
Thank You for an Incredible 401Gives! 401Gives has wrapped up, and we are beyond grateful for the incredible support from our community. Thanks to 242 donors, we raised $25,246—surpassing our $25,000 goal! Every single donation, social media share,... Keep reading »
March 25, 2025
CALLING ALL FISH FRIENDS: The Fish Counting Season is in Full Swing!
Every spring, the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) embarks on an exciting mission—counting river herring as they return to the Woonasquatucket River to spawn. From March through May, we track these resilient fish to understand the impact of... Keep reading »
March 25, 2025
Volunteer for Water Quality Monitoring with WRWC and URI Watershed Watch!
Volunteer for Water Quality Monitoring with WRWC and URI Watershed Watch! Do you care about the health of the Woonasquatucket River? Do you want to contribute to real environmental science? The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) is seeking... Keep reading »
March 24, 2025
Clean-up at the Joslin Community Garden
Clean-up at the Joslin Community Garden This past Saturday, WRWC teamed up with Olneyville neighbors for a community clean-up at the Joslin Community Garden. Over 45 volunteers and gardeners rolled up their sleeves to help prepare the garden... Keep reading »
March 24, 2025
Meet the Team: Amanda Peavey
Amanda Peavey, Education Director she/her 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... Keep reading »
March 20, 2025
Donny Green Promotes Bike Education at National Bike Summit 2025
WRWC Donny Green Advocates for Bicycle Infrastructure at 2025 National Bike Summit The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) proudly recognizes Bicycle Education Director Donny Green for his leadership and advocacy at the 2025 National Bike Summit, held March... Keep reading »
March 20, 2025
Become a Steward of the Woonasquatucket River Greenway!
Hiring River Rangers: Become a Steward of the Woonasquatucket River Greenway! Are you passionate about the environment, love working outdoors, and want to make a real impact in your community? The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) is seeking... Keep reading »
March 20, 2025
Join the Team: Lead Instructor for Red Shed Girls’ Camp!
Are you passionate about empowering young people through biking, outdoor exploration, and environmental education? The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Lead Instructor for our Red Shed Girls’ Camp! This is a... Keep reading »
March 14, 2025
WRWC Joins Lawsuit to Restore Critical Community Investments
Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council Joins Lawsuit to Restore Critical Community Investments Funding Freeze Jeopardizes Jobs, Public Health, and Urban Trees The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC), along with national and regional nonprofit partners, has filed a federal lawsuit... Keep reading »