Cruising the Chicago River under the shimmering lights of the downtown skyline is an exciting way to celebrate achievements, discuss our upcoming goals, and further our mission with shared action and advocacy.

Recognizing the urgency of this moment, Watershed Alliance members remain committed to working together to sustain and scale our impact.

The prestigious award recognizes outstanding participation in the Chicago River Schools Network (CRSN), Friends’ flagship education program.

Freezing temperatures are vital to creating the conditions for large-scale ecological restoration work that requires large equipment because the frozen ground protects the soil and plants from being destroyed and compacted.

This month, organize a River Action Day with Friends and give your coworkers a chance to have some fun, build camaraderie, and get outside.

Studies show that upwards of 85% of river trash is plastic, much of it from polystyrene food packaging.

Bubbly Creek is the site of a proposed 44-acre ecological restoration project by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers which has been hampered by potential liability relating to the sediment issue.

This year the Big Fish Ball will be an activating Earth Day on the River cruise aboard the Odyssey Chicago River, and all sponsors will enjoy special April Earth Month employee engagement activities.

With the support of Waste Management, the contest is free and open to all Chicagoland youth ages eight to 18. Submissions may be made individually or through a school or community group.