North and South Rivers Watershed Association

North and South Rivers Watershed Association A South Shore based environmental nonprofit committed to clean healthy rivers and water. The North and South Rivers Watershed Association, Inc.

(NSRWA) is a non-profit grassroots environmental organization located on the South Shore of Massachusetts. The NSRWA was founded in 1970 and has grown to over 1200 members today, comprised of individuals, families, businesses, and other environmentally-concerned organizations. The membership comes primarily from the 12 towns within the watershed: Norwell, Hingham, Scituate, Marshfield, Hanover, Pe

mbroke, Whitman, Hanson, Duxbury, Weymouth, Rockland and Abington. The NSRWA was created by a handful of river-lovers bound together by an intense devotion to the natural beauty of the area and a strong commitment to protect these natural resources for their own and future generations.

Duxbury’s Fifth Graders Dive into Local Water Discovery with NSRWA WaterSmart ProgramFifth-grade students from Alden Sch...
06/23/2026

Duxbury’s Fifth Graders Dive into Local Water Discovery with NSRWA WaterSmart Program
Fifth-grade students from Alden School recently completed the NSRWA’s "Water All Around You" curriculum, a core component of the NSRWA’s regional WaterSmart education program. This initiative, funded by the Town of Duxbury, is designed to educate South Shore students on the critical importance of conserving and protecting our local water resources.
The WaterSmart program brings essential hands-on water education to South Shore youth through engaging, hands-on activities. Students participated in modules covering vital topics directly related to current state curriculum standards, including: discovering what a watershed is and what watershed they live in, groundwater and aquifers, filtration, conservation, stormwater management, and ways we all can help preserve and protect our most valuable natural resources.
"The 'Water All Around You' program truly helps students understand how their actions affect our most valuable natural resource," said Brian Taylor, NSRWA Environmental Educator. "Through meaningful, educational, and fun activities, they make discoveries about their town's water and form connections that inspire them to become better stewards of their waterways, communities, and the overall environment."
The success of the program highlights the Town of Duxbury’s commitment to environmental education and sustainability. The NSRWA extends its gratitude to the Town of Duxbury for providing the essential funding that made this valuable educational experience possible for all Duxbury fifth graders.
For more information on our school programs, go to https://www.nsrwa.org/get-watersmart/school-programs/

Explore South Shore: Celebrate National Rivers Month by booking a cruise on NSRWA’s pontoon boat. North River tours depa...
06/23/2026

Explore South Shore: Celebrate National Rivers Month by booking a cruise on NSRWA’s pontoon boat. North River tours depart from Roht Marine in Marshfield and are held from June to mid-October. Visit our website to set up your private tour. The North River is designated a national Natural Landmark and is the state’s only Scenic Protected River.
https://www.nsrwa.org/get-outdoors/charter-our-pontoon-boat/

Planning a paddling trip on the North and South Rivers? NSRWA shares everything you need to know to make it a success! H...
06/22/2026

Planning a paddling trip on the North and South Rivers? NSRWA shares everything you need to know to make it a success! How to time the tides, where to launch your boat, and lots more! It’s happening Thursday, June 25th at 7pm at the Hingham Public Library, 66 Leavitt Street, Hingham. Free admission. No registration required.

Hanover Fifth Graders Dive into Local Water Discovery with NSRWA WaterSmart ProgramHanover, MA – Fifth-grade students fr...
06/22/2026

Hanover Fifth Graders Dive into Local Water Discovery with NSRWA WaterSmart Program
Hanover, MA – Fifth-grade students from Hanover Middle School recently completed the NSRWA’s "Water All Around You" curriculum, a core component of the NSRWA’s regional WaterSmart education program. This initiative, funded by the Town of Hanover, is designed to educate South Shore students on the critical importance of conserving and protecting our local water resources.
The WaterSmart program brings essential hands-on water education to South Shore youth through engaging, hands-on activities. Students participated in modules covering vital topics directly related to current state curriculum standards, including: discovering what a watershed is and what watershed they live in, groundwater and aquifers, filtration, conservation, stormwater management, and ways we all can help preserve and protect our most valuable natural resources.
"The 'Water All Around You' program truly helps students understand how their actions affect our most valuable natural resource," said Brian Taylor, NSRWA Environmental Educator. "Through meaningful, educational, and fun activities, they make discoveries about their town's water and form connections that inspire them to become better stewards of their waterways, communities, and the overall environment."
The success of the program highlights the Town of Hanover’s commitment to environmental education and sustainability. The NSRWA extends its gratitude to the Town of Hanover for providing the essential funding that made this valuable educational experience possible for all Hanover fifth graders. For more information on our school programs, go to https://www.nsrwa.org/get-watersmart/school-programs/

Explore South Shore: June is National Rivers Month! Thanks to a long access ramp and a fully-accessible 0.3-mile trail, ...
06/22/2026

Explore South Shore: June is National Rivers Month! Thanks to a long access ramp and a fully-accessible 0.3-mile trail, everyone can explore the Monatiquot River at the Middle Street Loop Trail in Braintree. Stop by for a short visit and enjoy the view! Roadside parking for 6 vehicles at 41 Middle Street.
https://www.nsrwa.org/listing/monatiquot-river-middle-st/

Rockland Fifth Graders Dive into Local Water Discovery with NSRWA WaterSmart ProgramRockland, MA – Fifth-grade students ...
06/22/2026

Rockland Fifth Graders Dive into Local Water Discovery with NSRWA WaterSmart Program
Rockland, MA – Fifth-grade students from Rogers Middle School recently completed the NSRWA’s "Water All Around You" curriculum, a core component of the NSRWA’s regional WaterSmart education program. This initiative, funded by the Town of Rockland, is designed to educate South Shore students on the critical importance of conserving and protecting our local water resources.
The WaterSmart program brings essential hands-on water education to South Shore youth through engaging, hands-on activities. Students participated in modules covering vital topics directly related to current state curriculum standards, including: discovering what a watershed is and what watershed they live in, groundwater and aquifers, filtration, conservation, stormwater management, and ways we all can help preserve and protect our most valuable natural resources.
"The 'Water All Around You' program truly helps students understand how their actions affect our most valuable natural resource," said Brian Taylor, NSRWA Environmental Educator. "Through meaningful, educational, and fun activities, they make discoveries about their town's water and form connections that inspire them to become better stewards of their waterways, communities, and the overall environment."
The success of the program highlights the Town of Rockland’s commitment to environmental education and sustainability. The NSRWA extends its gratitude to the Town of Rockland for providing the essential funding that made this valuable educational experience possible for all Rockland fifth graders.
For more information on our school programs, go to https://www.nsrwa.org/get-watersmart/school-programs/

Join us this week for Yoga at the River’s Edge! Classes will take place Wednesday, June 24th from 6:30-7:45pm with Marni...
06/21/2026

Join us this week for Yoga at the River’s Edge! Classes will take place Wednesday, June 24th from 6:30-7:45pm with Marnie Bacon, and Saturday, June 27th from 8:30-9:45am with Katherine Twigg. Both classes are on the South River at Rexhame Beach, at the end of Standish Street in Marshfield. Reserve your spot today at: https://www.nsrwa.org/event/yoga-at-the-rivers-edge-2026/

06/21/2026

Summer is here, along with a new team of NSRWA Summer Interns! Follow them here on social media, where we'll share their adventures. This week, it was a water quality sampling event in DKP (Duxbury-Kingston-Plymouth) Bay. 🛟☀️

Pembroke Fifth Graders Dive into Local Water Discovery with NSRWA WaterSmart ProgramFifth-grade students from All of Pem...
06/21/2026

Pembroke Fifth Graders Dive into Local Water Discovery with NSRWA WaterSmart Program
Fifth-grade students from All of Pembroke’s Elementary Schools recently completed the NSRWA’s "Water All Around You" curriculum, a core component of the NSRWA’s regional WaterSmart education program. This initiative, funded by the Town of Pembroke, is designed to educate South Shore students on the critical importance of conserving and protecting our local water resources.
The WaterSmart program brings essential hands-on water education to South Shore youth through engaging, hands-on activities. Students participated in modules covering vital topics directly related to current state curriculum standards, including: discovering what a watershed is and what watershed they live in, groundwater and aquifers, filtration, conservation, stormwater management, and ways we all can help preserve and protect our most valuable natural resources. For more information on our WaterSmart school programs, go to https://www.nsrwa.org/get-watersmart/school-programs/

Explore South Shore: Happy Father’s Day! And Happy Summer Solstice! Enjoy a short walk this weekend at the Nook Preserve...
06/21/2026

Explore South Shore: Happy Father’s Day! And Happy Summer Solstice! Enjoy a short walk this weekend at the Nook Preserve in Kingston! Owned by the Wildlands Trust, the 17.5-acre property offers 1/2 mile of woodland trails and beautiful views of the Jones River. Limited roadside parking on Howlands Lane, across from Leigh Road.
https://www.nsrwa.org/listing/the-nook-preserve/

We encourage you to follow and support the Trust and the Jones River Watershed Association Jones River Landing.

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214 South Street
Norwell, MA
02061

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Monday 1pm - 5pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 3:30pm

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+17816598168

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