May River Revival Recap: WI Point Resiliency Study Updates & Manoomin
Thank you to everyone who joined us for May’s River Revival gathering focused on the Wisconsin Point Resiliency Study and the cultural importance of manoomin (wild rice).
We are especially grateful to our partners and presenters who helped make the evening possible, including the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, AMI Consulting Engineers, the 1854 Treaty Authority, and the Lake Superior Headwaters Sustainability Partnership. Thank you as well to the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative for supporting this community engagement series.
The evening brought together community members, local partners, and river advocates for thoughtful conversation about the future of Wisconsin Point and Allouez Bay, while also grounding the discussion in the cultural and ecological importance of manoomin within the St. Louis River Estuary.
St. Louis River Alliance staff opened the event by sharing updates on how community voices are helping shape restoration and recreation conversations happening across the estuary. AMI Consulting Engineers then presented updates from the Wisconsin Point Resiliency Study, highlighting shoreline conditions, habitat concerns, erosion challenges, and long-term resiliency planning efforts underway for Wisconsin Point and surrounding coastal areas.
A meaningful highlight of the evening came from guest speakers with the 1854 Treaty Authority, who shared the cultural significance of manoomin and its interconnected relationship with water quality, habitat health, wildlife, and Indigenous lifeways. Attendees also had the opportunity to interact with traditional harvesting tools and learn more about the process of harvesting and preparing wild rice.
Thank you to everyone who came to learn, share, and find out how to get more involved in the restoration work. River Revival continues monthly through September, with each gathering featuring local speakers, hands-on activities, informal discussion, and opportunities to connect more deeply with the river and ongoing restoration work across the estuary.
Presentations & Resources
Wisconsin Point Resiliency Study Powerpoint (AMI Consulting Engineers)
Cultural and Ecological Importance of Manoomin Powerpoint (1854 Treaty Authority)
Upcoming River Revival Event
Thursday, June 18 | 5–6:30 p.m. @ 44th Ave. East Public Access, Superior
Join us for a guided waterfront walking tour at the future 44th Avenue East public access site on Allouez Bay. Participants will explore the site’s industrial history, current conditions, and opportunities for future public use while sharing ideas that will help shape the project’s vision.
Free and open to all ages. Light snacks and beverages provided.
