Reforest the Red Moorhead Thank You
The cooler weather made for some fast work getting 310 trees planted by about 60 volunteers in just two hours at Reforest the Red Moorhead! Riparian trees are important for a healthy Red River and our community from improving water quality and providing wildlife habitat to creating green spaces for recreation. #RKThanks #SustaintheRed #EnjoytheRed
Storm Drain Video
Your storm drain and the Red River are more connected than you may think. The City of Fargo and River Keepers teamed up to break down the simple dos and don’ts that keep our river clean. From pet waste and grass clippings to motor oil and fertilizer — none of it belongs down the drain. […]
Power of 100 Women Who Care Donations
Thank you to the Power of 100 Women Who Care – Red River Valley. We are excited to add a wastewater activity to the Red River Water Festival called “Flush the Kids”. #RKThanks#LearntheRed Interested in helping us build the system? Contact River Keepers today!
Annual Meeting Elections and Award
At our Annual Meeting last night, five new board members were elected (Chris Hanson, Lukas Human, Jillian Patrie, Brian Smart, Scott Smyth), four board members were re-elected (Mike Ferrie, Amy Kronbeck, Lindsey Lee, Shannon Thornton) and we recognized three outgoing board members (Daigen Afdahl, Sandra East, Jill Wilkey). Shanley High School exemplifies the spirit of […]
Window Display Creator Needed
Are you creative and love to design? Help us create a fun River Keepers window display to promote recreation on the Red River to thousands of local visitors this summer! If you’re interested, we will set up a meeting with you and our staff to discuss some of the elements we want included in the […]
Q&A What is Something About River Keepers that Suprises People
On average, 1500 volunteers provide over 3700 hours annually to help the community learn about the Red River, help sustain it and safely enjoy it. That doubles our impact! Volunteering outdoors with friends, family and colleagues strengthens relationships, improves mental and physical health, and provides a sense of accomplishment. #SustaintheRed #EnjoytheRed #LearntheRed
Cleanups Partner Highlight
A big thank you to WM for sponsoring on our cleanup program which include riverbank, drain and on-the-water cleanups. One of our first volunteer projects was to work with volunteers to pick up trash along the Red River. Volunteers have told us it is a fun teambuilding experience that instills a sense of community pride, […]
April Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer with us in April! Help with these projects (some are weather dependent). Mark interest at riverkeepers.org/volunteer or by using the links below: *Activity Assistant: Lead an activity at our booth at Party for the Planet on April 25, from 10:45 – noon or 2-4pm or be an Ambassador at the MSUM Earth Day Celebration on April […]
Water Quality Monitoring
A big thank you to North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality (NDDEQ) and Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) for partnering on our water quality monitoring program! River Keepers has been sampling four sites on the Red River and Wild Rice River since 1999 with the help of volunteers. Samples that are collected go to NDDEQ […]
Ruler of the Red Fishing Tournament
A fun virtual fishing tournament on the Red River for all ages. When: August (National Fishing Month!) Where: Red River of the North between Cass 22/Clay 26 and Cass 16/Clay 8 Entry Fee: FREE How it Works:* Catch any species of fish in the Red River during August 2026.* Take a picture of yourself with […]