Happenings
May 23, 2022
May 1, 2022
Neponset River Paddle Event
BYOB (bring your own boat) and join us for a fun time on the river!
April 26, 2022
Our 2022 Spring Cleanup was a Great Success!
Thank you to the hundreds of volunteers who participated in the Neponset River Watershed cleanup.
April 19, 2022
Save the Date! Sun. June 12 – Neponset Day
Sunday, June 12 from 9 am-1 pm DCR Neponset II Park, Dorchester At the Corner of Granite Avenue & Hill Top Street, Dorchester Join us along the Neponset River and the Greenway Trail as we celebrate our diverse communities — and the beautiful natural habitats and wildlife along the River. This is a FREE, family-friendly, […]
March 31, 2022
NepRWA Events — 2022
Join us for some (or all) of our fun events! NepRWA’s 2022 upcoming events are listed below. In some cases, the date, time, and locations still need to be confirmed. If you require more information about an event, please email the NepRWA staff member listed below the description. For any additional event questions, please email […]
NepRWA Events — 2022
Join us for some (or all) of our fun events in 2022!
March 14, 2022
Lower Neponset River Designated a Superfund Site
EPA formally proposed to add the Lower Neponset (3.7 miles between Mother Brook and the Baker Dam) to the National Priorities List
Lower Neponset River Designated a Superfund Site
The US EPA announced the addition of the Lower Neponset River, between Mother Brook in Hyde Park and the Baker Dam in Milton/Dorchester Lower Mills, to the "National Priorities List" on March 14, 2022.
February 9, 2022
Legislative Update: February 2022
There's good news to report on some priority bills.
February 5, 2022
NepRWA Partners with Castle Island Brewery
January 2022– We are pleased to announce a year-long partnership with the Castle Island Brewery through their Fiver Charitable initiative. The Fiver Initiative is a charitable giving program supported by global sales of Fiver, Castle Island’s year-round Hazy IPA. For every giving year – the period from December 1st through November 30th – they will contribute […]
February 2, 2022
2021 Annual Neponset River Water Quality Report
The 2021 annual water quality results are in! Watch the video below or read the report to get the latest update on the Neponset River, streams, and ponds.
December 16, 2021
Call to Action: No Electronic Billboards in the Neponset Estuary!
The Neponset Estuary is an Area of Critical Environmental Concern and needs to remain protected.
December 2, 2021
Neponset Brook Trout Study: Final Report
During the course of this study, we surveyed trout at over 60 sites, assessed 113 culverts, and engaged 54 volunteers in over 1000 volunteer hours!
November 30, 2021
October 2021 Water Quality Report (CWMN)
Our October sampling event was a dry one, with no large rain events happening in the 72 hours prior.
November 8, 2021
Greenways Challenge 2022
With your help, the Neponset River and its ponds, streams, and parks are becoming healthier and more accessible!
Annual River Fund 2021
The accomplishments of 2022 begin with your 2021 year end contribution!
October 27, 2021
September 2021 Water Quality Report (CWMN)
An extra big thank you to our CWMN volunteers who quite literally weathered the storm for our September water sampling event.
October 26, 2021
Call to Action-We’re Close but Not Quite There on ARPA Funding for the Environment
Please Thank Your Legislators for Prioritizing Climate Resilience Funding—and Urge Them to Do More! Our legislature has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to increase support for critical programs that will dictate the future of our environment, communities, and climate resilience – but they need to hear from you. The Massachusetts House of Representatives has released its proposal […]
September 28, 2021
Another Terrific Fall Cleanup
More than 400 volunteers turned out for the Neponset River Cleanup on September 25.
September 18, 2021
July/August 2021 Water Quality Report (CWMN)
The rainy month of July had a big impact on the water quality in our local streams.