The Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) recently proposed a plan that would allow for sewage to continue to be dumped into the Charles River forever. The MWRA Board of Directors will vote on the proposal on November 19. We need your help to let them know this is unacceptable. (1/2)

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Happy November! 🍂 📷: Dani Brewer

The Massachusetts Water Resource Authority proposed declassifying the Charles River as a swimmable waterway at a Wednesday meeting that would allow continued sewer discharges into the river. Taylor M. Bierwerth and Risha Sinha report. www.thecrimson.com/article/2025...

A crisp fall morning in New England www.universalhub.com/2025/crisp-f... #Boston #CharlesRiver #MillenniumPark #mist

Oct. 31, 2025 | The Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) on Wednesday proposed a plan that would allow for sewage to continue to be dumped into the Charles River forever. (1/3)

What an inspiring day at the State House at the Rally to Protect Animals from Rodenticides! We testified in support of An Act Restricting the Use of Rodenticides in the Environment & An Act Responding to the Threat of Invasive Species. Thank you to all the advocates who joined in support. #mapoli

Take action for our watershed and all who call it home! 🦉 On Oct. 27, we'll be at the MA State House testifying in support of An Act Restricting the Use of Rodenticides in the Environment (H965/S644). We hope to see you there! docs.google.com/document/d/1...

We are excited to announce the launch of our Young Professionals Board! 🥳 Members will engage watershed communities through networking opportunities, fundraising events, and volunteer and advocacy outreach. Join our info session on Nov. 5 to learn more: www.crwa.org/events/young...

Yet another fantastic Head of the Charles weekend! It's an honor to be an Official Charity Partner with HOTC. Thanks to everyone who stopped by CRWA's table to say hello!

We are proud to join the Nature for Massachusetts Coalition to launch the Protect Water & Nature Ballot Initiative 🌿🌊 This would raise $100 million every year to protect and conserve water and nature (without raising taxes!) by allocating revenue from the existing state sales tax on sporting goods.

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) today (Oct. 16) announced its recommendation to rescind the cyanobacteria bloom advisory in the Charles River upstream of the MIT boathouse, no longer affecting the Head of the Charles Regatta course. 🔗 Press release: www.crwa.org/river-curren...

This Sunday, we're partnering with North American Indian Center Of Boston (NAICOB) for a Community Invasive Removal! 🌿 Join us to help remove invasive plants in the watershed, increase biodiversity, improve habitat, and take a crucial step towards creating a food forest in NAICOB's backyard.

In less than 5 minutes you can help make Boston more climate resilient! ☔️ The results of this survey will help the Boston Office of Green Infrastructure plan green infrastructure projects to prevent flooding in the city. #boston #flood #rain 🔗 boston.gov/flood-survey

We are excited to announce that CRWA has been named an Official Charity Partner of the 130th Boston Marathon®, presented by Bank of America. 🎉 CRWA’s Team Charles River will include four marathoners, and all funds raised by the team will support our mission! Learn more: www.crwa.org/boston-marat...

We have two exciting events coming up this weekend as part of our 60th Anniversary 'Meet Your Watershed' Event Series!

It's another rainy day in Boston. 🌧 Help us track flooding by taking a quick survey! We're working with the Boston Office of Green Infrastructure to locate flooding in the city to inform future green infrastructure projects. Submit the flooding you see at boston.gov/flood-survey

It's Stormwater Awareness Week! ☔ And with rain in the forecast, there's no better time to talk about how we work to mitigate stormwater pollution and the ways you can help!

Only a few weeks until the banks lining the Charles look like this 🍂 Happy first day of fall!

We're seeing low water levels across the watershed, and last week Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs declared a Level 2 Significant Drought for parts of the Charles River watershed, and Level 1 Mild Drought for the remaining watershed area. (1/2)

Last chance to get tickets for our Sunset Soirée! Join us tomorrow for a beautiful evening aboard the Lexington for a cruise on the country’s cleanest harbor. 🎟️: wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebL... 📍 Rowes Wharf ⏰ 6:00 PM We hope to see you there!

This @bostonglobe.com clipping from 1985 reminds us that swimming in the Charles isn't a utopian fantasy, it's been a goal of CRWA's for over 40 years! We've come a long way, but the work isn't over yet! Read our story at crwa.org

It's #nationalworldwaterweek 🌊 🎉 From working with municipalities on strengthening water protections to removing dams and restoring streams, at CRWA, we work to protect, restore, and enhance the Charles River and its watershed.

In celebration of #MAUrbanAgWeek, we highlighted CRWA and our Charles River Climate Compact collaborative’s trip to Natick Community Organic Farm for a tour of their sustainable practices that keep the Charles River watershed climate resilient + provide residents with a resource-rich open space! 🐐🌳

Soaking up the last few weeks of summer ☀️

Join us and Newton Conservators for a guided walk by Albemarle Road along Cheesecake Brook. 🌿 This event is a free, family-friendly event that explores the impact of river restoration on habitat and its biodiversity. 🔗 Register: www.crwa.org/events/tale-...

📸: Heron at Millennium Park, Boston

Check out this new @sierraclub.org article highlighting the most significant challenge we’re experiencing regarding a clean Charles River: stormwater. 🌧️ Learn about how we’re working to achieve our mission of a clean, resilient Charles River: www.sierraclub.org/sierra/bosto...

Boston Public Health Commission has reported a cyanobacteria bloom in the Muddy River (a tributary of the Charles River) between Brookline Avenue and Avenue Louis Pasteur. 🦠 (1/3)

CRWA is #hiring; work with us! We're hiring a Development Operations Associate to join our dynamic team and support key functions in donor database management, operations, and event logistics. Learn more and apply: www.crwa.org/development-...

Thank you to everyone who joined us this week for our Rose Mallow Kayak Tour led by BU plant biologist Richard Primark! 🌺 We paddled along the Charles exploring the beautiful rose mallow plants that line its banks. A special thank you to Paddle Boston for the donated kayaks!

Breaking: This afternoon, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed a significant cyanobacteria bloom in the lower basin of the Charles River and recommended a public health advisory. 🦠 Learn more: www.crwa.org/river-curren...

Have you noticed the lower basin of the Charles is looking a bit…green? 🦠 While we aren’t yet at a cyanobacteria bloom, we are closely monitoring the situation. To receive live water quality updates, sign up for alerts at crwa.org/flagging-program

This afternoon's BioBlitz at Cheesecake Brook has been cancelled due to the heat advisory 🥵 We are sorry for the inconvenience, but safety is the utmost priority for our volunteers. So stay cool and stay tuned for a new date!

A beautiful shot of a Great Blue Heron enjoying a bite 🐟 📸: Michael Hayes #photography #nature #naturephotography #bird #wildlife #charlesriver

Biological Monitoring in the Muddy River! 🐜🪲🐛 #Didyouknow that the type of benthic macroinvertebrates (small aquatic animals/larval insects that live at the bottom of our rivers, lakes, and streams) can tell us a lot about water quality? Learn more at crwa.org/biological-monitoring #bugs

Wishing we were here...

It's time you meet your watershed. 🌺 2025 marks the 60th Anniversary of CRWA, and we're celebrating our progress through a series of events across the watershed. (1/2)

Pull invasive water chestnuts; it's buckets of fun! 🌱 So far this field season, we've successfully removed 22,466 lbs of invasive water chestnuts thanks to our amazing volunteers! We still have spots available for our free Community Day on Monday, July 21. Sign up: www.crwa.org/events/water...

#ThrowbackThursday This is what a July day on the Charles River looked like back in 1968! (1/3)

“It seems very safe to me to be surrounded by green growing things and water.” – Barbara Kingsolver 📸: Michael L. Hayes

Sick of sewage in the Charles River? Us too. 💩 We spent the weekend collecting signatures and spreading the word for our Cut the Crap campaign. Join us in demanding change and tell officials to #CutTheCrap 👉 CuttheCrapCharles.org

At CRWA, we work to restore the Charles River and all its brooks, tributaries, and streams. 🌊 But before we can begin restoring a stream, we must understand its current condition. (1/3)

Deer sighting by the Charles River in Dedham 🦌 📸: Irving Family of Dedham #nature #naturephotography

A new Yale Climate Connections article highlights CRWA's Cheesecake Brook project in Newton! We're excited about this project and the national recognition it's receiving. Check it out: yaleclimateconnections.org/2025/06/newt...

Some good news for your feed! 👏 This week @massgovernor.bsky.social filed the “Mass Ready Act,” which includes a substantial funding increase for the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) grant program, helping cities & towns build climate resilience. Read the press release: bit.ly/4lknP2A

Calling Somerville residents! Join our collaborative workshop on June 25 to: 💧 Learn about flood and heat risks 💧 Get practical preparedness tips and training 💧 Share your ideas for resilience centers and nature-based projects Sign up today: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Join us and Indigenous Peoples Day Newton for the third annual Quinobequin Intertribal Paddle! Attend this paddle on the Charles River to celebrate the historic & continued relationship that Indigenous Peoples in MA have with the Charles—AKA the Quinobequin. Sign up today: givebutter.com/tJXbOP

Looking to support our Cut the Crap Campaign? We have some upcoming summer #VolunteerOpportunities! This is a chance to get outside, get involved, and make a difference alongside an incredible team. Sign up: bit.ly/crwasummer

June is National Rivers Month! Looking for ways to help your local watershed this month? Check out our new blog post, "Six Ways You Can Celebrate National Rivers Month": www.crwa.org/river-curren...