FM Area Diversion Tour
River Keepers board and staff joined International Water Institute for an interesting tour of the FM Area Diversion. It was a great opportunity to better understand the scale and complexity of this project.
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
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 […]
2025 River Paddling Excursions
A leisurely paced group paddle with local experts sharing their Red River knowledge. All skill levels welcome! SCHEDULE Backup dates will be the following week. · Birds of the Red River on May 28, led by Audubon Great Plains: Bring a keen eye and ear as Audubon Great Plains leads us on the Red in search […]
Winter Scavenger Hunt
Now that snow has arrived, bundle up and take our Winter Scavenger Hunt with you near the Red River! See how many items you can find using your senses! From looking for signs of animals or observing the river to listening to snow crunching underfoot, there is a lot to explore! Don’t forget to snap […]
Red River Water Festival Summary
“Walking around the Hjemkomst Center and grounds, you could feel the excitement of the 1550 fourth graders from 26 schools during the Red River Water Festival. Their eagerness to learn about all things water was reflected in their curious faces and intermittent giggles. The students were able to learn and experience a variety of topics […]
Monthly Volunteer Series: September Riverbank Cleanup
Enjoy an outdoor walk along the river and remove trash with other River Keepers volunteers! River Keepers will provide garbage bags, pickers, and plastic gloves. Date: Thursday, September 5Time: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.Location: Dike East, Fargo Pre-registration is required on SignUpGenius or by emailing Kim at Kimberly@riverkeepers.org or calling 701.356.8915. The first Thursday of the month in the evening […]
July 2024 Highlights
Because river levels were too fast for beginner paddlers, we changed our Discover the Red River Paddling Excursion to an Urban Hike. Participants said they enjoyed the informational walk. Project partner: Moorhead Parks and Recreation.
Race the Red (updated July 2, 2024)
UPDATE: CANCELLED DUE TO FAST RIVER CONDITIONS. Kayakers and Canoers wanted for the 32nd Annual Race the Red! All skill levels welcome. Date: Monday, July 15 Three Flag Races: Choose your distance from 1.5, 3.5 or 6 miles. Participants paddle up river to a designated turnaround point, grab a prize, and return down river to the […]
Apply to Become a Board Member
Thank you for sharing your Board Member story, Sandie East Salisbury! #RKThanks Find our board member job description and application at riverkeepers.org/about/. Apply by February 16 for consideration of a 2024-2027 term.