This year's St. Louis River Area of Concern Celebration 'The St. Louis River: A Virtual Tour of Recreation Opportunities' will be on Tuesday, April 23rd at Clyde Iron Works (2920 W Michigan Street, Duluth) from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Join the St. Louis River Alliance and partners for a virtual tour of accessible Area of Concern project sites and connect with recreational experts on where to go and what you can do along the river! Area of Concern Coordinators will be there to answer your questions, and Superior and Duluth recreational businesses and organizations will have tables at the event to help get you connected and geared up. All are welcomed and encouraged to come ask questions.

Join the St. Louis River Alliance on Saturday, February 17th from 1:00 to 2:30 PM for ‘Ice Safety & Snowshoe Fun: a River Connection Field Event’ hosted at Spirit Lake Marina & RV (121 Spring St, Duluth MN) Parking is limited, so please carpool if you are able. No prior experience is necessary for participation!

Registration is free but necessary, please register by February 9th at 4 pm by clicking below.

REGISTER BY CLICKING HERE

During this event, attendees will learn how to measure ice thickness and check the quality of the ice. Test out essential ice safety gear that you should always have when traveling on the ice, and learn the steps of self-rescue in case you ever fall through. You will leave feeling more knowledgeable and comfortable living near or recreating on the ice. Plus, you will be sent home with an emergency whistle, ice safety wallet card, and other ice safety giveaways. Staff will also be helping adults and children try out snowshoes! A bonfire, hot chocolate, and marshmallows will keep everyone warm during this hands on event.

The St. Louis River Alliance cordially invites you to our River Ally Social on Tuesday, December 12th from 5:00-7:00 pm at Clyde Iron Works upstairs bar located at 2920 W Michigan St, Duluth.

This celebration is being held in appreciation of the many people who have supported the St. Louis River Alliance, the restoration of the river, and the St. Louis River Estuary National Water Trail.

Join staff and board members, fellow river allies, and potential new members to hear about our accomplishments and plans for next year, and how you can be a part of those plans!

This event is indoors, open to the public and family friendly. We will have tables set-up with FREE St. Louis River Estuary National Water Trail maps and other information on SLRA projects. Cake will be provided and the cash bar will be open. There will also be door prizes!

Join the St. Louis River Alliance on Wednesday, October 4th from 5:00 to 7:00 pm for ‘Incredible Wild Edibles: a River Connection Field Event’ hosted at Chambers Grove Park (13404 MN-23, Duluth, MN), presented by Sarah (Sair) Foltz Jordan of the Xerces Society. Please carpool if you are able.

Space is limited and registration is necessary. Register by September 29th at 4 p.m.

REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/rWHJpN51SHMdTT5f9 

Wild edibles provide nutritious, delicious, sustainable, local, gourmet food—- always found in one of the best places to be: the great outdoors! This field event will introduce dozens of wild edibles that can be found along the St. Louis River and in our region, with an emphasis on some of the best greens, mushrooms, roots, berries, and bulbs that money can’t buy. We’ll discuss foraging ethics, identification, harvest, and cooking tips. Creative methods for incorporating more diversity into your diet will also be introduced, including wild teas, pestos, nutritional powders, broths, salts, and more.

Join the St. Louis River Alliance on Tuesday, September 26th from 5:00 to 6:30 pm for  ‘Beginner Birding and Bird Identification: a River Connection Field Event’ hosted at Kingsbury Bay. We will park and meet at the Waabizheshikana Trailhead Parking near the Munger Inn at 7009 Pulaski St, Duluth. Please carpool if you are able. No prior birding experience is necessary for participation. Binoculars will be available for use during the event.

Space is limited and registration is necessary. Register by September 22nd at 4 p.m.REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/iyGKZDCbFdSCC7cH9 

During this event, attendees will be introduced to the basics of birding during fall migration along the St. Louis River. Experts from the Duluth Audubon Society will lead the discussion on techniques to locate, identify, and observe birds, as well as guide attendees in the use of bird-spotting equipment such as binoculars and spotting scopes. 

Calling all volunteers! Join the St. Louis River Alliance and Master Naturalists on Sunday, August 20th from 1-3 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. Participants are encouraged to email projectleader@stlouisriver.org if they are interested in helping at one or both of these days so we have enough tools to go around.

Join the St. Louis River Alliance on Tuesday, July 25th from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for a hands-on, free Beginner Paddling & Water Safety event hosted at Boyscout Landing (11 Commonwealth Ave, Duluth, MN). All gear will be provided including life jackets, canoes, and paddles. No prior paddle experience necessary.

This event is made possible through the Great Lake Restoration Initiative and Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, and is intended to reconnect those who have been historically cut off from the river due to various reasons. Therefore, priority is given to those living in one of the 18 neighborhoods adjacent to the St. Louis River including: Carlton/Thomson, Cloquet/Scanlon, Cody, Denfeld, Fairmont, Fond du Lac Reservation, Fond du Lac Neighborhood, Gary-New Duluth, Irving, Lincoln Park, Morgan Park, Norton Park, Oneota, Riverside, Smithville, and Spirit Valley.

***If you are not residing in one of these neighborhoods, you can still register but will be added to a waitlist and notified by July 24th if space is available. There will be a charge of $10.00 per person for persons not residing in one of the 16 neighborhoods listed above.

Space is limited and registration is necessary. Register by July 19 at 4 p.m. REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/MpSjs8GJ4WwWvBKr9

Calling all volunteers! Join the St. Louis River Alliance on Thursday, July 20th and/or Friday, July 21st from 3-6 p.m. for a volunteer cleanup day at the Piping Plover Habitat Site on Wisconsin Point. Come lend a hand however your schedule allows.

We will be handling non-local invasive species such as spotted knapweed and tansy in the piping plover nesting and foraging areas. Participants are encouraged to email projectleader@stlouisriver.org if they are interested in helping at one or both of these days so we have enough tools to go around.

Calling all volunteers! Join the St. Louis River Alliance on Thursday, July 20th and/or Friday, July 21st from 3-6 p.m. for a volunteer cleanup day at the Piping Plover Habitat Site on Wisconsin Point. Come lend a hand however your schedule allows.

We will be handling non-local invasive species such as spotted knapweed and tansy in the piping plover nesting and foraging areas. Participants are encouraged to email projectleader@stlouisriver.org if they are interested in helping at one or both of these days so we have enough tools to go around.

Join the St. Louis River Alliance on Thursday, June 22nd from 5:00-6:30 p.m. for a volunteer cleanup event at Woodstock Bay Public Landing in Superior, Wisconsin!

We will be removing invasive Yellow Flag Iris flowers by hand as well as collecting garbage (not to be confused with the beautiful and native Blue Iris).

Meet at the Woodstock Bay Public Landing Parking Lot at 15 White Birch Trail, Superior, WI 54880.

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.

EVENT RESCHEDULED DUE TO WINTER WEATHER

Join us on TUESDAY, APRIL 15th from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for ‘The St. Louis River Area of Concern: From a Fond du Lac Viewpoint’ at the Stoney Brook Creek Room at Black Bear Casino (1785 MN-210, Carlton, MN 55718).

Speakers from the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa will share their unique cultural perspectives about the St. Louis River Area of Concern, their partnership role, and their own natural resource management efforts. Around the Earth drum group will open with song and Naawakwe will share Ojibwe place names in the Estuary. St. Louis River Area of Concern Coordinators will share plans for their work in 2023.

This event is free and open to the public. Come enjoy snacks, a cash bar, and thoughtful conversations!

Join the St. Louis River Alliance for a River Connection event on Tuesday, March 28th from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Harrison Community Center located at 3002 W 3rd St., Duluth. The event is free, family-friendly, and open to the public. Food and drinks provided!

Come let us know how you want to experience the St. Louis River and/or ask questions about the construction projects happening in and along the water! **$20 Super One gift cards will be awarded to the first 50 participants who fill out our River Connection Survey and live in one of the 18 focus neighborhoods mentioned below.

River neighborhoods include: Carlton, Cloquet, Cody, Denfeld, Fairmont, Fond du Lac Reservation, Fond du Lac neighborhood, Gary-New Duluth, Irving, Lincoln Park, Morgan Park, Norton Park, Oneota, Riverside, Scanlon, Smithville, Spirit Valley, Thomson.

Though this event is open to all, you must be 18+, live in the focus neighborhoods mentioned above, and complete a physical survey in order to qualify for the gift cards. *Limit of one gift card per family/address

If you have questions about this event, please email Alyssa at outreach@stlouisriver.org

From degradation to paddling destination, the St. Louis River Estuary is undergoing an inspiring transformation. Since the designation of the St. Louis River Estuary Area of Concern (AOC) in 1987, many partners have collaborated to clean up the river. The impact of this work is becoming clear. There is a revitalization within the river communities as well, including better access to the river, new trails, and hopes of restored relationships to the river.

Join the St. Louis River Alliance for a River Connection event on Tuesday, March 21st from 6:00-7:00 p.m. at Wussow’s Concert Cafe. There will be a short presentation on the history of the river, current restoration projects underway, and an open discussion on what you hope to see along the river! Come let us know how you want to experience the St. Louis River and/or ask questions about the work happening in and along the water. This event is free, family-friendly, and open to the public. Food and drinks provided!

**$20 Super One gift cards will be awarded to the first 50 participants who fill out our River Connection Survey and live in one of the 18 focus neighborhoods mentioned below.

River neighborhoods include: Carlton, Cloquet, Cody, Denfeld, Fairmont, Fond du Lac Reservation, Fond du Lac neighborhood, Gary-New Duluth, Irving, Lincoln Park, Morgan Park, Norton Park, Oneota, Riverside, Scanlon, Smithville, Spirit Valley, Thomson.

Though this event is open to all, you must be 18+, live in the focus neighborhoods mentioned above, and complete a physical survey in order to qualify for the gift cards. *Limit of one gift card per family/address

If you have questions about this event, please email Alyssa at outreach@stlouisriver.org

Join the St. Louis River Alliance for a River Connection event on Thursday, March 16th from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College Commons located at 2101 14th St. in Cloquet. The event is free, family-friendly, and open to the public. Food and drinks provided!

Come let us know how you want to experience the St. Louis River and/or ask questions about the construction projects happening in and along the water! **$20 Super One gift cards will be awarded to the first 50 participants who fill out our River Connection Survey and live in one of the 18 focus neighborhoods mentioned below.

River neighborhoods include: Carlton, Cloquet, Cody, Denfeld, Fairmont, Fond du Lac Reservation, Fond du Lac neighborhood, Gary-New Duluth, Irving, Lincoln Park, Morgan Park, Norton Park, Oneota, Riverside, Scanlon, Smithville, Spirit Valley, Thomson.

Though this event is open to all, you must be 18+, live in the focus neighborhoods mentioned above, and complete a physical survey in order to qualify for the gift cards. *Limit of one gift card per family/address

If you have questions about this event, please email Alyssa at outreach@stlouisriver.org

Join the St. Louis River Alliance for our River Connection event on Tuesday, February 21st from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Morgan Park Community Club located at 1242 88th Ave. West in Duluth.

We want to learn about how YOU want to experience the St. Louis River! Your feedback will help us plan our event calendar for 2023 and beyond.

This event is free, family-friendly, and open to the public. We will provide food and drinks. **$20 Super One gift cards will be awarded to the first 50 participants who attend, fill out our River Connection Survey, and live in one of the 18 neighborhoods along the river.

River neighborhoods include: Carlton, Cloquet, Cody, Denfeld, Fairmont, Fond du Lac Reservation, Fond du Lac neighborhood, Gary-New Duluth, Irving, Lincoln Park, Morgan Park, Norton Park, Oneota, Riverside, Scanlon, Smithville, Spirit Valley, Thomson.

If you have any questions about this event, please email Alyssa at outreach@stlouisriver.org

The St. Louis River Alliance is excited to be a part of the Winter Out West festivities. We will be finishing off the weekend fun with a Winter Walk on the Waabizheshikana Trail (previously known as the Western Waterfront Trail) on Sunday, February 12th from 12:30-1:30 pm!

This event is free, family-friendly, and open to the public. Come learn about some of the plants and animals that call the estuary home. We will provide hot chocolate, coffee and snacks. Stop by our input table at the trailhead to tell us about how you want to experience the river for a chance to receive a **$20 Super One gift card!

Parking: We will be meeting at the Waabizheshikana Trail Head at 1002 S 72nd Ave. W, Duluth, MN 55807. Please carpool if possible! There is a parking lot and free on-street parking.

Transportation Options: Valley Youth Center will be providing van and bus shuttles to and from Zenith Bookstore to the Waabizheshikana trail (Western Waterfront/Martin Trail).

Join the St. Louis River Alliance and the YMCA at the Gary-New Duluth Rec. Center for a Winter Fun Night!

This event is free, family-friendly, and open to the public. Come help build a community snow sculpture while enjoying s’mores and hot chocolate around a bonfire.

The St. Louis River Alliance is hosting this event to learn about how YOU want to experience the St. Louis River. Stop by our table and let us know what outdoor activities you enjoy for a chance to win a door prize!

If you have any questions about this event, please email Alyssa at Outreach@StLouisRiver.org

The St. Louis River Alliance cordially invites you to our River Ally Appreciation Party on December 13th from 5-7:30 pm at the Zeitgeist Atrium 222 E Superior St. Duluth.

This celebration is being held in appreciation of the many people who have supported the St. Louis River Alliance, the restoration of the river, and the St. Louis River Estuary National Water Trail.

Join us and fellow river allies to hear about accomplishments and plans for next year, and how you can be a part of those plans!

Join us as we Paddle to the MAX here in the Bent Paddle Taproom with our friends from DAOA (Duluth Area Outdoor Alliance) along with a host of other local outdoor organizations. In this Give to the Max season, our goal is to create a fundraising conduit to these hard-working non-profits, who are supporting our great outdoors, education, and human powered activities we all love.

Join the St. Louis River Alliance and AOC Partners for our Annual Celebration of Progress on Thursday, November 10th from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Clyde Iron Works in Duluth, Minnesota

Come learn about the progress made this past year towards delisting the St. Louis River as an Area of Concern (AOC).

This event is free and open to the public. Come enjoy free pizza, a cash bar, and great conversation with local Area of Concern coordinators! Our keynote speaker will be sharing updates on the Spirit Lake Cleanup - this is a great opportunity to come ask your questions.

Join the St. Louis River Alliance and partners for the first ever Estuary Extravaganza on September 28th from 5-7 p.m. at Chambers Grove Park for a night of free family fun.

There will be live music from Cory Coffman, local food from Mama Roots food truck, and tastings from Alakef Coffee. Bring the kids for nature-inspired educational activities from Hawk Ridge, 1854 Treaty Authority, the St. Louis River Alliance and more! Ski Hut will be bringing gear demos so you can try out some kayaks or stand-up paddle (SUP) boards.

There will be a short program from 6:00-6:30 p.m. including special guest speakers and the ribbon cutting ceremony for the St. Louis River Estuary National Water Trail. Attendees are encouraged to launch their kayaks and canoes during the event.

If you are interested in volunteering for this event, please email Alyssa at Outreach@StLouisRiver.org

Join the St. Louis River Alliance on Wednesday, September 21st from 5:00-6:30 p.m. for a volunteer clean-up event at Woodstock Bay Public Landing in Superior, Wisconsin! Stay as long or as little as you'd like.

We will be removing Purple Loosestrife flowers by hand as well as collecting garbage. Purple Loosestrife is a wetland plant with showy purple flowers and is considered an invasive species. We will be working in and near the water, so please wear long clothing and high-boots/waders if you have them! Bring your own drinking water. We will provide clippers, gloves and garbage bags.

Join the St. Louis River Alliance, Ski Hut and the Northland Paddlers Alliance for a monthly Sunset Paddle. We will be meeting the third friday of each month, June-September, and offering some basic instruction from 6pm-7pm prior to each social paddle to encourage water safety and to make sure you feel as confident as possible on your watercraft!

Kayak, Canoe, or Stand-Up Paddle Board, any watercraft is welcome. PFD Required.

Locations to be determined, depending on weather and wind. Once registered, final event details and communication will be sent via email. Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sunset-paddle-social-instructional-tickets-367564644747

Join the St. Louis River Alliance on Wednesday, August 24th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for our Annual Community Canoe Trip, as part of our Water Wednesdays Series.

We will meet and launch from Pokegama Bay Boat Landing in Superior, Wisconsin. Come explore one of the routes from the newly designated St. Louis River Estuary National Water Trail. Space is limited, so register today!

REGISTER HERE

Join the St. Louis River Alliance, Ski Hut and the Northland Paddlers Alliance for a monthly Sunset Paddle. We will be meeting the third friday of each month, June-September, and offering some basic instruction from 6pm-7pm prior to each social paddle to encourage water safety and to make sure you feel as confident as possible on your watercraft!

Kayak, Canoe, or Stand-Up Paddle Board, any watercraft is welcome. PFD Required.

Locations to be determined, depending on weather and wind. Once registered, final event details and communication will be sent via email. Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sunset-paddle-social-instructional-tickets-367564644747

Join the St. Louis River Alliance (SLRA) for a Plant ID Paddle on Wednesday, July 27th from 6-8 p.m. as we explore a section of the St. Louis River Estuary National Water Trail near Clough Island. Limited space will be available, secure your spot today! REGISTER HERE

Free to SLRA Members, $25 for non-members.

This event is apart of the Alliance’s ‘Water Wednesdays’ series, talks and events revolving around deepening understandings, connections, and stewardship of the land and our beloved River. Held the 4th Wednesday of each month, March-September 2022.

The St. Louis River Alliance is excited to participate in this year's Lake Superior Day, thanks to our good friends at the Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve! Join us on Barker's Island for free family fun, live music, kids' activities, stand up paddle boarding, info booths and food vendors, all focus on celebrating and appreciating our Great Lake.

We will be hosting a table on Sunday, July 17th. There will be St. Louis River Alliance staff available for questions between 11-3 p.m. Come learn about our work protecting, restoring and enhancing the St. Louis River, and the incredible work of the Reserve!

We will have FREE National Water Trail maps available so you can start planning your summer paddle adventures.

Stop by the Great Lakes Gear Exchange to learn about the St. Louis River Estuary National Water Trail.

The St. Louis River Alliance will be handing out free National Water Trail maps and can answer your paddle questions. While you're in the shop, pick up some gear to get out on the water!

Join the St. Louis River Alliance, Ski Hut and the Northland Paddlers Alliance for a monthly Sunset Paddle. We will be meeting the third friday of each month, June-September, and offering some basic instruction from 6pm-7pm prior to each social paddle to encourage water safety and to make sure you feel as confident as possible on your watercraft!

Kayak, Canoe, or Stand-Up Paddle Board, any watercraft is welcome. PFD Required.

Locations to be determined, depending on weather and wind. Once registered, final event details and communication will be sent via email. Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sunset-paddle-social-instructional-tickets-367564644747

Join the St. Louis River Alliance for another installment of 'Water Wednesdays'. June will be our first in-person event! We will be cleaning-up Woodstock Bay Boat Landing in Superior, WI. If you’re feeling adventurous, bring your own canoe/kayak to get on the water. All cleaning gear will be supplied, thanks to the City of Superior!

‘Water Wednesdays’ is a series of talks and events revolving around deepening understandings, connections, and stewardship of the land and our beloved River. Held the 4th Wednesday of each month, March-September 2022.