Hundreds of dedicated river advocates, civic leaders, and policy makers will gather at the Bog Fish Ball to celebrate our shared action and advocacy for the Chicago-Calumet River system and its tributary streams.

Friends of the Chicago River offers numerous ways to help you plan for Earth Day action starting on April 22, and continuing through the year.

Among the new requirements are the establishment of sensitive areas around 10 priority outfalls in high recreation areas and green infrastructure prioritizing environmental justice communities.

Our watershed-wide spring litter cleanup and restoration event draws thousands of volunteers every year to cleanup and help restore the Chicago-Calumet River system.

Coal tar poses a serious threat to aquatic life, causing severe biological defects and mortality when it seeps into our precious waterways.

There is a growing number of people who are connected to the important and positive role the river system plays in our personal and community life.

Our new conservation project manager where she will lead restoration initiatives and build partnerships across the region.

The supply stations are located in community hubs such as local government offices, parks, and libraries.

How might we celebrate as large and as mighty as before but with a new spirit that lifts up our living river rather than conceals it?