In The News
September 1, 2026
New Backbone Organization for Central Providence Unidos
WRWC Becomes New Backbone Organization for Central Providence Unidos The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) is proud to serve as the new backbone organization for Central Providence Unidos (CPU) Health Equity Zone (HEZ), supporting a shared vision to... Keep reading »
August 27, 2026
Building Climate Resilience Through Community Trust
Building Climate Resilience Through Community Trust WRWC Executive Director Alicia Lehrer recently joined Rhode Island climate leaders for the Rhode Island Foundation’s Climate Action and Sustainability Donor Convening, “Resilience & Risk: Rhode Island’s Climate Future,” featuring U.S. Senator... Keep reading »
August 24, 2026
We’re Hiring: Health Equity Zone Director for Central Providence Unidos
We’re Hiring: Health Equity Zone Director for Central Providence Unidos The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) is excited to announce an opportunity to join our team as the Health Equity Zone (HEZ) Director of Central Providence Unidos (CPU).... Keep reading »
August 20, 2026
Providence’s Climate Justice Plan Update
Community Voices Help Shape Providence’s Climate Justice Plan Update Recently, the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council joined the City of Providence Office of Sustainability to co-host a community review of the Providence Climate Justice Plan Five-Year Update. Approximately 60... Keep reading »
August 17, 2026
Woonasquatucket Greenway Illustrated Map by Sophie Foulkes
The Woonasquatucket River Greenway is more than a trail. It’s a connection between neighborhoods, parks, wildlife, history, art, and the communities that have shaped the river for generations. Now, you can explore it in a whole new way... Keep reading »
August 14, 2026
Another Amazing Season of Red Shed Bike Camp
Another Amazing Season of Red Shed Bike Camp Another seven weeks of riding, learning, exploring, and growing are in the books at the Red Shed! This summer, more than 90 campers from across the Woonasquatucket River watershed and... Keep reading »
August 13, 2026
Connecting The Groden Center to the Greenway
An exciting new project at The Groden Center on Manton Avenue will make the Greenway connection even stronger. Recently, members of WRWC’s Campeones team toured The Groden Center and the surrounding area to get a firsthand look at... Keep reading »
August 13, 2026
A Toast to Revive the Roots
A Toast to Revive the Roots We were honored to join our friends and partners at Revive the Roots for their Annual Donor Appreciation Gala at Mowry Commons in Smithfield. It was a beautiful evening in the gardens... Keep reading »
August 13, 2026
Johnston Town Council quashes proposed bike-path extension
Johnston Town Council quashes proposed bike-path extension An update on the proposed Woonasquatucket River Greenway extension in Johnston: The Johnston Town Council voted 4–0, with one abstention, to approve a resolution opposing the proposed one-mile Greenway extension between... Keep reading »
August 6, 2026
Fishier Than Ever: Fish Fund 2026
Fishier Than Ever: Thank You for an Incredible Fish Fun(d) 2026 Giant creatures riding bikes down the Greenway. A tree-inspired fashion show. Trash-themed carnival games. Costumes. Dancing. And a whole lot more. But we want to start with... Keep reading »
July 31, 2026
Camp Woonasquatucket Season Two
Camp Woonasquatucket’s Second Summer Was Bigger and Wilder Than Ever Camp Woonasquatucket returned to the Leo Bouchard Conservation Center this summer for its second year, and 2026 brought an even bigger season of outdoor exploration, environmental science, creativity,... Keep reading »
July 30, 2026
Sustainable Gardening at Joslin Community Garden
On July 30, gardeners, volunteers, and community partners came together at the Joslin Community Garden for a Sustainable Gardening Workshop and hands-on work day. Fifteen participants joined us for an afternoon of learning, problem-solving, and caring for this... Keep reading »