Become a Water Action Volunteer

May 6 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Become a Water Action Volunteer

Join Milwaukee Riverkeeper and Riveredge staff to learn how to assess the water quality of a nearby stream or river. You’ll find out how to identify aquatic invertebrates and do five water quality tests. Monitors are asked to conduct tests monthly during the summer and submit their data to the statewide Water Action Volunteers website.

Ages 12+

For questions, and to register, contact Mary Holleback at 262-416-1224 or mholleback@riveredge.us.

Please register by May 5 at 3:00 pm.

This event is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated! Riveredge suggests a donation of $5 per participant.

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    Ages 12+ | Free
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    262-416-1224 or mholleback@riveredge.us

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May 6, 2023 @ 9:00 am 3:00 pm

4458 County Hwy Y (Hawthorne Dr)
Saukville, WI United States
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(262) 375-2715

Kayak Tour with Riveredge, Milwaukee Riverkeep, and Silent Wake

August 4 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Kayak Tour with Riveredge, Milwaukee Riverkeep, and Silent Wake

Enjoy a guided paddle on the Milwaukee River led by a staff member from Milwaukee Riverkeeper, along with Riveredge Nature Center and Silent Wake. The paddle will begin at Thiensville Village Park, and we will go up the river, turning around at Villa Grove Park. We’ll discuss the history and current state of our rivers and share different points of interest as we go.

Please bring a flashlight or headlamp! Limited kayaks and gear available for use and included in the cost. (available as first requested, first served) – otherwise bring your own kayak and life vest.

Ages 10+ | Space is limited to 16 participants

$25 per person | Advanced registration required

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August 4, 2022 @ 5:30 pm 8:30 pm

250 Elm St
Thiensville, Wisconsin 53092 United States
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