Fish Dedication
Dedicate a Fish—Make Your Mark on the Woonasquatucket River
Leave a lasting impression along the Woonasquatucket River by dedicating a beautiful stainless steel fish. Your personalized River Herring will be a symbol of your commitment to clean water, thriving green spaces, and a sustainable future. Whether honoring a loved one, celebrating a cause, or sharing your passion for the environment, your dedication will inspire all who walk, cycle, and explore the river’s scenic paths.
Each fish is a unique piece of art that becomes part of a larger story—one that connects our community in the shared vision of a vibrant, healthy Woonasquatucket Greenway. Your fish dedication represents more than support—it shows that by working together, we can protect this river and its natural surroundings for generations to come.
Fish sizes and prices
- Juvenile 5×12 inches, $500
- Midsize 7×18 inches, $1,000
- Adult 10×26 inches, $1,500
Locations
- Riverside Park in Providence
- Manton Pond in Johnston
- Leo Bouchard Conservation Center in Smithfield
Payment Options
- Pay online using the form below. You may choose to pay for your fish dedication in full or via monthly (minimum $25) or quarterly (minimum $100) installments.
- Download the Fish Dedication Order Form via the button below the online order form. Instructions for return via mail or email are on the form.
All proceeds from your fish dedications directly support our shared commitment to preserve and improve the Woonasquatucket River Greenway.
Fish Dedication FAQ
What and where is Manton Pond?
Manton Pond, located on Goldsmith Street in Johnston, is home to the Manton Pond Dam Nature-Like Fishway, completed in 2017 as part of our fish passage initiative. This fishway allows Atlantic Ocean fish to swim upriver to spawn. It consists of a series of pools and weirs in a concrete channel that mimics a natural stream. Alongside the Fishway, we are building an outdoor classroom to support our environmental education programs. In this beautiful, wooded section of the Greenway, the Woonasquatucket River Rangers are also constructing a nature-based stormwater capture and treatment system to reduce floodwater and pollution entering the river.
What and where is Riverside Park?
Riverside Park, located on Aleppo Street in Providence, was once the site of Riverside Mills, a textile manufacturer. This was our first major restoration project and is now a showcase for our “Nature at Work” green infrastructure installations. The park also features a playground, an outdoor classroom, and the Red Shed, which is home to our bicycle programs.
What and where is the Leo Bouchard Conservation Center?
The Leo Bouchard Conservation Center is located on Waterview Drive in Smithfield, adjacent to Wolf Hill. Located on the Stillwater Reservoir, the center serves as a key location for the WRWC’s environmental education programs in the northern part of the watershed.
What message can I put on the fish?
We suggest keeping your message within 150 characters (though we’ll make it work if you need a few more). Here are some examples from the first group of dedicated fish:
- Anonymous friend of the WRWC
- Fish on bikes forever!
- In honor of WRWC founder Fred Lippitt
- In memory of my father, who shared his love of this river
- Thank you to the WRWC River Rangers
- This one’s for the Great Blue Herons
- We ♡ the Woony!
Once you place your fish order, we’ll be in touch to let you know when to expect your fish to be installed along the river.