Upcoming events.
We Are Water
Join us with Milwaukee Water Commons and many others for a beachfront celebration of Milwaukee’s waters.
Fresh Coast Beach Party
Join us, Shorewood Waters Project, and many others for a day of water celebration and fun on the beach. Music, food, lessons, art, face painting, yoga, and more!
Wildflowers on the Water
Join us at Lakeshore State Park for the 4th Annual Wildflowers on the Water for live music from local artists and creators as well as food, activities and more!
One Watershed: Community Conversation in Milwaukee
Join us and Sturgeon Protector leader, Mark Denning, for a community conversation hosted by Riveredge Nature Center to talk about watershed health, infrastructure and habitat reintroduction, and the Return the Sturgeon project.
One Watershed: Community Conversation in Port Washington
Join us and Sturgeon Protector leader, Mark Denning, for a community conversation hosted by Riveredge Nature Center to talk about watershed health, infrastructure and habitat reintroduction, and the Return the Sturgeon project.
Sturgeon Fest
Join us at Riveredge Nature Center’s annual Sturgeon Fest - a FREE eco-celebration focused on reintroducing and protecting native lake Sturgeon, featuring a live baby Sturgeon release, educational exhibits, and family activities!
Fish and Feather Festival
Join us, Shorewood Waters Project, and many others for a beautiful day on the banks of the Milwaukee River, alongside fall colors, salmon running up the river, migrating birds, great food, music, and fun activities.
One Watershed: Community Conversation in Milwaukee
Join us and Sturgeon Protector leader, Mark Denning, for a community conversation hosted by Riveredge Nature Center to talk about watershed health, infrastructure and habitat reintroduction, and the Return the Sturgeon project.
One Watershed: Community Conversation in Shorewood
Join us and Riverkeeper, Cheryl Nenn, for a community conversation hosted by Riveredge Nature Center to talk about watershed health, infrastructure and habitat reintroduction, and the Return the Sturgeon project.
The Prehistoric Lake Sturgeon Talk
Join Sturgeon Protectors MKE’s Mark Denning, Native American cultural speaker and educator, and Milwaukee Riverkeeper Cheryl Nenn for an amazing story of environmental recovery and cultural connection.
Sturgeon Feast and Celebration Powwow
Join us at the 34th Annual Sturgeon Feast and Celebration Powwow!
Sturgeon Protection Spring Training
Join us for our next Sturgeon Protectors MKE meeting at the UW-School of Freshwater Sciences - all our welcome! (VIRTUAL option included)
Sturgeon Protectors MKE Meeting
Join us for our next Sturgeon Protectors MKE meeting at the UW-School of Freshwater Sciences - all our welcome!
Sturgeon Protectors MKE Meeting
Join us for our next Sturgeon Protectors MKE meeting at the UW-School of Freshwater Sciences - all our welcome!
3 Rivers Powwow
Join us as we kick off Native American Heritage Month with a powwow celebrating Indigenous cultures through song and dance!
This event is FREE and open to the public.
Fish & Feather Festival
Join us at Hubbard Park for Shorewood’s annual Fish & Feather Festival for a beautiful fall day on our riverbanks during the salmon run!
Sturgeon Fest
Join us in the Harbor District for Riveredge Nature Center’s annual Sturgeon Fest and sponsor a sturgeon to release into the Milwaukee River!
Canoemobile
Join us at Lincoln Park for a FREE community paddle on the Canoemobile hosted by Wilderness Inquiry!
Wildflowers on the Water Festival
Join us at Lakeshore State Park for the 3rd Annual Wildflowers on the Water Festival hosted by Sincerely in Song, Friends of Lakeshore State Park, Rock the Green and Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
We Are Water
Join us at Milwaukee Water Commons’ annual “We Are Water” - an evening dedicated to reminding us of water's essential role in taking care of us and the recognition of our duty to safeguard its existence.
Sturgeon Talk
Join Sturgeon Protectors Mark Denning and Cheryl Nenn to learn about the incredible comeback of lake sturgeon.
Honoring the Heartbeat: Mental Health and Wellness Powwow
Join us after the Kinnickinnic River Sturgeon Water Walk on Saturday, May 3 for the 4th annual Honoring the Heartbeat Mental Health & Wellness Powwow.
Kinnickinnic River Sturgeon Water Walk
Join us on Saturday, May 3 for this indigenous lead Water Walk to show respect for the river and the Sturgeon trying to get home and renew commitments to new life.