Illinois River Watershed Partnership

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The Illinois River Watershed Partnership is a diverse group of men and women working to improve the integrity of the Illinois River Watershed through public education, outreach, and implementation of conservation and restoration practices.

IRWP is proud to be a partner for the Arkansas Water Resources Center annual conference taking place July 28-30 that wil...
06/12/2026

IRWP is proud to be a partner for the Arkansas Water Resources Center annual conference taking place July 28-30 that will bring water stakeholders together to share ideas and experiences that will help researchers, state agencies, and resource managers address current water challenges. The conference includes research presentations, poster sessions, tours highlighting water quality and protection successes, and recreation opportunities.

Who should attend this 3-day conference?
Municipalities
Utilities
Researchers
Farmers and Producers
Watershed Organizations and Other Non-Profits
Government Agencies
Consulting Firms
Interested People!

Register by July 10 to secure the early bird rate of $120 and select a conference t-shirt! Students can register for a discounted rate of $50. Learn more about the event and purchase your ticket at awrc.uada.edu/annual-conferences/.

Join a litter cleanup at Horseshoe Bend on the Illinois River in Oklahoma with the Armed Forces Initiative of Backcountr...
06/11/2026

Join a litter cleanup at Horseshoe Bend on the Illinois River in Oklahoma with the Armed Forces Initiative of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers on Saturday, June 27th from 8 AM - 1 PM!

This public access is a treasured spot to many in Oklahoma, so let's help keep it litter-free and beautiful! Thank you to AFI for leading this initiative, we are excited to work alongside your team and volunteers to improve water quality in the Illinois River Watershed.

To learn more about the event and register to volunteer, visit www.backcountryhunters.org/events/eventid/5077/e/afi-oklahoma-illinois-river-cleanup-park-hill-ok-27-jun-2026.

Mark your calendars: IRWP's annual fundraiser, Bats and Bluegrass Festival, is coming up on Saturday, June 20! Join us a...
06/10/2026

Mark your calendars: IRWP's annual fundraiser, Bats and Bluegrass Festival, is coming up on Saturday, June 20!

Join us at the IRWP Sanctuary in Cave Springs for an evening of nature activities, good company, and live music from Sons of Otis Malone. Stay until sunset to experience the best part of the night: watching the bats emerge from the cave!

Get your tickets at the link in our bio. Proceeds from this event support our mission to protect the watershed.

A huge thank you to BBB Septic and Portable Toilets for sponsoring the Bats and Bluegrass Festival with portable toilets...
06/09/2026

A huge thank you to BBB Septic and Portable Toilets for sponsoring the Bats and Bluegrass Festival with portable toilets for the event! We are grateful for their continued partnership through our Septic Tank Remediation Program and their support of cleaner water in the watershed.

This Festival gets better and better each year, so don't miss out! Secure your ticket and learn more about the event at www.irwp.org/bats-and-bluegrass-festival.

With all the rain we are getting this week, it's the perfect time to think about where that water goes! From urban rain ...
06/08/2026

With all the rain we are getting this week, it's the perfect time to think about where that water goes! From urban rain gardens and green infrastructure to rural creeks and tributaries, every drop ends up in the Illinois River Watershed. The choices we make on the land directly impact the quality of the water we all share!

You can help make a difference by joining one of our volunteer events this summer! Whether you're planting native species, cleaning up streams, or helping restore habitat, you'll be making a lasting impact on local water quality.

Come get your hands dirty for your watershed! Click the link in our bio to learn more and register to volunteer.

Thanks to the Growing Green Cost Share Program, IRWP partnered with the Jones Community for Nonprofits to install this r...
06/08/2026

Thanks to the Growing Green Cost Share Program, IRWP partnered with the Jones Community for Nonprofits to install this rain garden and involve the next generation of water stewards in the process! Just in time to put it to work with a week full of rain ahead. 🌧️

IRWP's partnership with Urban Land Institute Northwest Arkansas came together organically, and we have loved collaborat...
06/06/2026

IRWP's partnership with Urban Land Institute Northwest Arkansas came together organically, and we have loved collaborating through Place Summit and supporting their management committee. As our region continues to grow, resilience in our urban environments becomes even more important to watershed health. We are thankful for their partnership and shared vision for stronger communities!

Come see how ULI is supporting IRWP at the Bats and Bluegrass Festival on Saturday, June 20th. Visit www.irwp.org/bats-and-bluegrass-festival to learn more!

The Arkansas Water Young Professionals (YP) Network Annual Float took place last weekend on the Illinois River, bringing...
06/05/2026

The Arkansas Water Young Professionals (YP) Network Annual Float took place last weekend on the Illinois River, bringing together a diverse group of water professionals and students from across Arkansas. Participants included representatives from IRWP, Beaver Water District, the Arkansas Department of Health, stormwater engineers, University of Arkansas students studying water-related fields, and development professionals who all play an important role in protecting and providing our region’s water resources.

A special thank you to Meghan Post with Beaver Water District for organizing this event and to Black & Veatch for their sponsorship. It was a great opportunity to build connections, share experiences, and strengthen the next generation of water professionals—we're already looking forward to the next float!

The AR Water YP Network is free and open to anyone interested in the water industry. Its mission is to connect, support, train, and develop early-career professionals while helping strengthen and sustain Arkansas’s water workforce for the future.

Join IRWP next week on Thursday, June 11th at Luther George Park in Springdale for a volunteer event starting at 10 AM! ...
06/04/2026

Join IRWP next week on Thursday, June 11th at Luther George Park in Springdale for a volunteer event starting at 10 AM! Activities will include removing invasive plants from the pocket prairies and removing litter from Spring Creek. Come with questions about how IRWP is working with the City of Springdale to restore this urban waterway!

Register to volunteer at www.irwp.org/events/spring-creek-volunteer-june2026.
City of Springdale, AR - Mayor's Office
Springdale Parks and Recreation
Downtown Springdale

Beaver Water District helps make Bats and Bluegrass a little cooler each year! đź’¦ Thanks to their H2Oasis water trailer, ...
06/03/2026

Beaver Water District helps make Bats and Bluegrass a little cooler each year! 💦 Thanks to their H2Oasis water trailer, festival attendees can stay hydrated with free clean drinking water while learning more about water resources. We’re grateful for their partnership and the incredible work their education team does to support IRWP's youth education program.

Join us on Saturday, June 20th starting at 5 PM! Get your tickets today at www.irwp.org/bats-and-bluegrass-festival.

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221 S Main Street
Cave Springs, AR
72718

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Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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