Join the St. Louis River Alliance on Wednesday, April 22nd from 2-4:00pm for a volunteer cleanup event at Woodstock Bay Public Landing in Superior, Wisconsin in celebration of Earth Day!

If you are interested in volunteering, you can email Mikayla at watertrail@stlouisriver.org (or just show up). Groups and other organizations are highly encouraged to get involved.

Join the St. Louis River Alliance staff on Saturdday, April 18th from 11:00am-3:00pm at the Bloomington REI store (750 American Blvd W, Bloomington, MN 55420). Visit us to learn more about the St. Louis River Estuary National Water Trail, located in Duluth MN, and Superior WI. We will have free maps and information so you can plan your next paddle up north!

Discover what’s happening on the St. Louis River at our new River Revival series, a monthly gathering held the third Thursday, April–September. Join local partners and knowledge holders for engaging presentations, creative activities, and conversation about river restoration at Wisconsin Point and Allouez Bay. Connect, learn, and celebrate this special place together.

Are you excited to paddle on the St. Louis River Estuary this summer—or curious about where to begin? Join St. Louis River Alliance and Minnesota Sea Grant for a free ‘River Orientation and Trip Planning’ event on Thursday, April 9, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Morgan Park Community Center (1242 88th Ave W, Duluth).  

Join the St. Louis River Alliance and partners on April 7 at Clyde Iron Works for a free community celebration of manoomin’s return to the St. Louis River Estuary. Hear from guest speaker Deanna Erickson, connect with local organizations, and learn what wild rice recovery means for the river’s future—plus enjoy free pizza.

Join the St. Louis River Alliance on Thursday, March 5, from 5:30–8:30 p.m. at Wussow’s Concert Café in Duluth for an evening celebrating art, music, and community inspired by the St. Louis River. Enjoy the opening reception of The River Speaks: Art of the Estuary and stay for an open mic of river-inspired poetry and song.

Stay safe and have fun on the winter river! Join us Feb. 7 at Munger Landing for ice safety lessons, snowshoe demos, a bonfire, hot cocoa, and updates on local restoration. Learn, explore, and enjoy the season.

Bundle up and join the St. Louis River Alliance on Sunday, February 1st from 4:00-5:30pm for a guided Winter Walk along the St. Louis River Estuary National Water Trail, in partnership with Health Equity Northland’s Winter Out West.

Celebrate the St. Louis River with us Dec. 10, 5:30–7:30 PM at Clyde Iron Works. Meet fellow river supporters, enjoy cake and a cash bar, and pick up free Water Trail maps. Family-friendly, open to all, with door prizes including a Yakima Showdown rack!

Join the St. Louis River Alliance and project partners for a free family-friendly evening of storytelling and celebration on Wisconsin Point.

Come explore the Bear Creek Trail, discover recent restoration projects along the Point, and hear Ojibwe stories under the full moon while gathered around a fire.

Open to all, bring your own chair and snacks.

This special gathering invites you to connect to the St. Louis River through shared stories and photography. Mark your calendars for free family-friendly activities, games, crafts, reflective prompts, Stories of the River, tea, a fire, and so much more!

The St. Louis River Alliance is excited to join the Friends of the Lake Superior Reserve (FOLSR), Starry Skies North, DarkSky Wisconsin, and the Arrowhead Astronomical Society! Join us for an evening of wonder as we learn about the astronomy and the effects of light pollution, and appreciate our beautiful night sky together. This event is part of Starry Skies North “Celebrate the Night Sky Week” 2025.

In the event of inclement weather, the event will take place on Saturday, September 13 at 8:00pm.

Registration is recommended, but not required. Click HERE to register for the event.

The St. Louis River Alliance is excited to host our annual volunteer manoomin/wild rice planting on the St. Louis River! This year we will be seeding on two days at two different locations.

• Tuesday, September 9 from 8-1 p.m. Allouez Bay in Superior, launching from Wisconsin Point Lot 2 or Bunge Dock in Superior (location will depend on wind/weather)

• Friday, September 12 from 8-1 p.m. Kingsbury Bay in Duluth, launching from Spirit Lake Marina (121 Spring Street, Duluth)

Volunteers will help distribute up to 750 pounds of wild rice seed at each site by canoe, supporting the ecological and cultural restoration of this important waterway. Space is limited to 10–12 volunteers per day, so early registration is encouraged.

Join the St. Louis River Alliance at Whole Foods Co-op this September to learn about the impactful programs and projects we're working on to protect, restore, and celebrate the St. Louis River. We're honored to be the Round Up at the Register recipient for the month — your spare change can help support a healthier river ecosystem for all!

We'll be tabling on the following dates:

🗓️ Thursday, September 4
📍 Hillside Co-op | 🕑 2:00–4:00 PM

🗓️ Thursday, September 11
📍 Denfeld Co-op | 🕑 2:00–4:00 PM

The St. Louis River Alliance is excited to host our annual volunteer manoomin/wild rice planting on the St. Louis River! This year we will be seeding on two days at two different locations.

• Tuesday, September 9 from 8-1 p.m. Allouez Bay in Superior, launching from Wisconsin Point Lot 2 or Bunge Dock in Superior (location will depend on wind/weather)

• Friday, September 12 from 8-1 p.m. Kingsbury Bay in Duluth, launching from Spirit Lake Marina (121 Spring Street, Duluth)

Volunteers will help distribute up to 750 pounds of wild rice seed at each site by canoe, supporting the ecological and cultural restoration of this important waterway. Space is limited to 10–12 volunteers per day, so early registration is encouraged.

Join the St. Louis River Alliance at Whole Foods Co-op this September to learn about the impactful programs and projects we're working on to protect, restore, and celebrate the St. Louis River. We're honored to be the Round Up at the Register recipient for the month — your spare change can help support a healthier river ecosystem for all!

We'll be tabling on the following dates:

🗓️ Thursday, September 4
📍 Hillside Co-op | 🕑 2:00–4:00 PM

🗓️ Thursday, September 11
📍 Denfeld Co-op | 🕑 2:00–4:00 PM

Calling all volunteers! Join the St. Louis River Alliance on Friday, August 22nd from 4-7 p.m. for a volunteer cleanup day at the Piping Plover Habitat Site at the Wisconsin Point Wildlife Sanctuary. Come lend a hand however your schedule allows.

We will be handling non-local invasive species such as tansy, as well as piling up and removing woody debris along the shoreline. It will be a fun work day, with a site tour included.

Participants are encouraged to email Mikayla at watertrail@stlouisriver.org if they are interested in helping.

Whether you're a first-time paddler or a seasoned river explorer, this event will help you plan safe and successful outings on the St. Louis River Estuary National Water Trail. We’ll cover essential topics such as route selection, access points, gear recommendations, safety tips, and wind and weather considerations. 

Register at: tinyurl.com/slre-nwt-trip-planning

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Calling all volunteers! Join the St. Louis River Alliance on Sunday, August 10th from 1-4 p.m. for a volunteer cleanup day at the Piping Plover Habitat Site at the Wisconsin Point Wildlife Sanctuary. Come lend a hand however your schedule allows.

We will be handling non-local invasive species such as tansy, as well as piling up and removing woody debris along the shoreline. It will be a fun work day, with a site tour included.

Participants are encouraged to email Mikayla at watertrail@stlouisriver.org if they are interested in helping.

Join our free, family-friendly Community Paddle! All non-motorized watercrafts are allowed (canoe, kayak, standup paddle board, etc.) and community members are encouraged to bring their own gear if they have it. The St. Louis River Alliance will provide 12 canoes, PFDs, and paddles for free to the first registered attendees in need of gear.

Come explore one of the newly designated routes of the stunning St. Louis River Estuary National Water Trail and learn about the Area of Concern cleanup efforts that have made this area a safer place to recreate. Whether you’re a new or seasoned paddler, this trip is a fantastic chance to immerse yourself in the river’s breathtaking beauty.

Registration is REQUIRED (even if you’re bringing your own gear). Please register by July 17 to reserve your space: https://forms.gle/xTzkuSKnq7HD4AbM7

This beginner friendly paddling event will include a focus on River Ecology. UMD Recreational Sports Outdoor Program will provide gear and beginner paddle stroke instruction before getting the group on the water. The St. Louis River Alliance will provide a guided paddle as we explore the beautiful St. Louis River. This event is free and open to the public, with ages 8+ welcomed.

All gear will be provided including life jackets, canoes, and paddles. No prior paddle experience necessary!

Join the St. Louis River Alliance for a monthly series called ‘Water Wednesdays’ to swap stories with friends, community members, and harbor relationships around the river.

We will have coffee, fruit options, and donuts to enjoy! Only two Water Wednesdays left!

During this community ride we’ll explore the scenic beauty of the St. Louis River corridor while learning about remediation and restoration projects that have helped cleanup the river.

This event is free and open to the public. We will have limited gear available for use (bikes/helmets) for registered attendees, though we only have access to adult bikes. The community is encouraged to bring their own wheels if they have them.

REGISTER HERE

Join the St. Louis River Alliance for a monthly series called ‘Water Wednesdays’ to swap stories with friends, community members, and harbor relationships around the river. There are only two events left in the series, June and July!

Designed especially for first-time anglers, this program is perfect for beginners and families. No experience necessary! Come learn the basics of casting into the water, baiting your hook, fish identification, and more. This will be based on land and we will meet and park near Perch Lake Park Fishing Pier. Registration is necessary.

**FREE, OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Come learn how critters that live in our riverbed form the foundation of the food chain and how they are beginning to recover after the completion of several remediation and restoration projects.  Hear reflections from a local resident on what fishing was like before the cleanup efforts began and the changes they've seen in the river since. Meet representatives of area fishing groups and fisheries managers and ask them your fishy questions, share fish tales, and learn about fishing opportunities in the estuary.  Even if you don’t fish, the story behind this food chain will intrigue you.  

Join the St. Louis River Alliance on Wednesday, April 23 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. for a volunteer cleanup event at Woodstock Bay Public Landing in Superior, Wisconsin in celebration of Earth Day!

If you are interested in volunteering, you can email Alyssa at Outreach@StLouisRiver.org (or just show up). Groups and other organizations are highly encouraged to get involved.