Blackstone River Watershed Council

06/15/2026

From the BRWC vaults. November 2016. Memories of Ray Pado.

06/14/2026

Join us for a free presentation this Wednesday evening offered by the North Smithfield Heritage Association to learn how Mammoth Mill Park is being transformed from an overgrown industrial site into a destination for history, recreation, and conservation. Advanced registration is encouraged by following the link.

History, restoration, and the future of Mammoth Mills Park

06/12/2026

We need this at Sycamore Landing.

05/15/2026

Last week John Marsland had a nice article in The Valley Breeze Newspapers titled: Blackstone River: Currents of Connection

Editor’s note: This week, John Marsland, president and founder of Blackstone River Watershed Council, provides Breeze readers with an update on the Watershed Council / Friends of the Blackstone ongoing

05/15/2026

There are some exciting things going on at the Blackstone River Watershed Council! First, our annual meeting and election of officers will take place on Wednesday May 20th at 6:30 PM at our environmental center at 100 New River Road, Manville (Lincoln) RI. This meeting is open to the public and anyone can attend.

Second, as part of a grant and in partnership with the Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park and the National Park Foundation; Cool Air Creations in Smithfield did a fantastic job of placing the beautiful and colorful wrap on our fishing trailer. This fishing trailer is used to store all of the equipment used in our fishing programs that we sponsor throughout the year. Many of these events are aimed at providing opportunities for children, some who have never fished before, to be able to learn the basics of fishing and to have a fun day along the river. Check out this beautiful trailer!

05/10/2026

Our annual meeting will be Wednesday May 20th at 6:30 pm. All are invited. 100 New River Road Manville RI

05/09/2026

The 4th Annual Fish Migration Paddle & Parade along the Blackstone River. Starting and ending at Central Falls Landing, 15 Madeira Ave, Central Falls, RI. See details below. This is fun time. You can bring your own kayak or canoe or rent a kayak there.

12/25/2025

The Blackstone Heritage Corridor recently held an event honoring some of the volunteers who have so generously donated their time to help preserve the Blackstone River and its heritage. Check out this beautiful video celebrating the Champions of the Blackstone.

The Champions of the Blackstone Awards is an annual celebration hosted by Blackstone Heritage Corridor to honor the volunteers, partners, and community leade...