Volunteers Needed for Red River Water Festival
The Red River Water Festival is September 15-19 & 22-23 at the Hjemkomst Center in Moorhead (the 15th being just set up). Seventy five classes from 25 schools will rotate through interactive activities to learn about water over the course of this event. What is a Water Festival? A water festival is an educational, fun-filled […]
Water and River Related Geocaches
River Keepers entered the Geocache world to teach people more about the Red River via fun adventures. You can enjoy the Red River while learning about the urban water cycle, what’s in and along the Red River, and some of it’s history. Geocaching is a fun scavenger hunt for the whole family. #LearntheRed #EnjoytheRed
Cleanup Volunteers Needed
Volunteer cleanups are going strong, so let’s keep the momentum going! There are a number of locations near the Red River on both the Fargo and Moorhead side and drainage ditches that need assistance this month. Choose a location that is convenient for you or go out and explore a new area! We send out […]
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 […]
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: […]