Gently Used T-shirts Needed
Did you know we accept gently used family friendly T-shirts for our T-shirt to Tote Project? We are in need of T-shirts and are accepting donations from individuals or organizations. Contact Kim at Kimberly@riverkeepers.org or call 701.356.8915 to schedule a drop off time. T-shirts are turned into totes by volunteers and handed back out in […]
Ruler of the Red Fishing Tournament
What: A virtual fishing tournament When: The WHOLE month of August 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 2025. * Take a picture of yourself with the fish AND the […]
River Keepers Monthly Volunteer Series: Drain Cleanup in Fargo
Join us for our September Monthly Volunteer Series on September 4, 5:30 – 7:30 pm! Use pickers to pick up trash along Drain 27 in Fargo. This project helps reduce pollution going to the Red River. This project is in partnership with Fargo Park District and Southeast Cass Water Resource District There will be a […]
DIY or Assembled Rain Barrel and Compost Tumblers for Sale
Our Resilient Yard Series Workshops are finished for the season, but you can still purchase a DIY kit or assembled rain barrel or compost tumbler on our website! Learn more here: https://www.riverkeepers.org/…/river-friendly-house…/ Capturing rain and making compost are great ways you can make your yard more resilient for the Red River! Compost is a nutrient […]
July Monthly Volunteer Series: Storm Drain Marking in West Fargo
Join us for our July Monthly Volunteer Series in West Fargo! Date: Thursday, July 10 Time: 5:30 – 7:30 pm Volunteers are needed to help us mark storm drains with markers that say, “No Dumping, Drains to River” and hand out door hangers to nearby residents. This outreach and education helps reduce storm water pollution […]
Lil Anglers Fishing Clinic & Derby
Catch a big one from the Red River on Wednesday, July 16 at Dike East! This is a FREE event. No pre-registration required. Event Schedule: Clinic- 5:30-6:30pm (free food and fishing gear while supplies last)Derby Announcements- 6:30pmDerby- 6:45-7:45pm (ages 13 and under)Award Ceremony- 7:45—8pm Learn all about casting, knot tying, fish identification and more at […]
Race the Red Canoe & Kayak Races
June 21 Update: We want all skill levels to enjoy Race the Red, so we are postponing Race the Red in hopes that the river will slow down by July 21. We apologize for any inconvenience. For more information on Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ River Level Interpretations for Paddling, go to dnr.state.mn.us/river_levels/index.html. The […]
Canoe & Kayak Rentals at Hjemkomst Landing Opening May 27
Moorhead Parks and Recreation and River Keepers are excited to help you experience the Red River in downtown Moorhead. LOCATION: The Rental Shack at Hjemkomst Landing in the Hjemkomst Center parking lot, 202 1st Ave N, Moorhead. HOURS OF OPERATION: May 27 – September 6 (closed July 4) COST: $10/hour/vessel, prorated after the first hour. VESSELS: […]
YWCA Woman of the Year Award Winner in the Arts, Culture & Community Category
Join us in extending a huge congratulations to our Executive Director, Christine Holland, for winning the YWCA Woman of the Year award in the Arts, Culture & Community Category! This award honors individuals who enrich the community as an artist, leader, educator, or supporter of meaningful cultural and/or artistic initiatives. This recognition is very well […]
Annual Meeting Recap
After much work by the Board of Directors, the members voted to update River Keepers mission statement: River Keepers shall be a non-profit organization, working primarily in the Fargo-Moorhead area, whose mission is to advocate for safe and sustainable use of the Red River of the North connect our community safely to the Red River […]