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Conserving our Wild & Scenic Rivers - The St. Croix & Namekagon

Wild Rivers Conservancy is the official nonprofit partner of the St.

Croix National Scenic Riverway.

09/04/2026

Calling all who love our public lands. We are excited to announce TWO showings of the Public Lands Film Festival!

America’s public lands are more than forests, rivers, and mountains—they are places where people find peace, adventure, inspiration, and a connection to something larger than themselves. Through a curated collection of short films from independent filmmakers, the Public Lands Film Festival celebrates the breathtaking beauty, rich diversity, and enduring importance of these special places. Each film was chosen for its ability to inform, inspire, and remind audiences that when people come together around the places they love, extraordinary things happen.

October 17th - Hayward, WI at The Park Center
🎥 Doors at 6 PM, Films 6:30 to 8:30 PM

🪵🔃 Join us for a pre-event social hour from 5-6 PM at the newly completed Lumber Exchange. The Lumber Exchange is the perfect gathering space to share stories of our outdoor adventures this summer, before taking the walk across the street to the Park Center to enjoy the night of film.

🎟️ Tickets $25 online or at the door:
https://wildriversconservancy.org/event/public-lands-film-festival-hayward/

November 17th - Minneapolis, MN at Surly Brewing Co.

🍕🍻 Arrive early to dine in the beer hall or place an order for Surly's award winning pizza
🎥 Doors at 6 PM, films 6:30 to 8:30 PM
🤝 Connect with our partners in conservation at the event. Learn about what Minnesota Land Trust, and the Minnesota Chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers are doing to enhance the public land experience for all.

🎟️ Tickets $25 online until sold out:
https://wildriversconservancy.org/event/public-lands-film-fest-2026/

🌟 About Wild Rivers Conservancy
Wild Rivers Conservancy is the official nonprofit partner of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. Our Mission: Inspire stewardship to forever ensure the rare ecological integrity of the St. Croix and Namekagon Riverway. Our Vision: A thriving watershed, forever accessible, scenic and wild.

Learn more and get involved at https://wildriversconservancy.org/

🌟 About Public Lands Alliance
Public Lands Alliance (PLA) has been connecting, strengthening, and representing the nonprofit partners of America’s public lands since 1977, in pursuit of a world where public lands are valued, preserved, and enjoyed by all. Its members are nonprofit organizations with formal partnerships with land management agencies to support parks, forests, wildlife refuges, cultural sites, and other public lands sites. PLA members serve over 700 sites nationwide and raise $250 million annually to support those lands.

08/31/2026

Unwind after a busy day with a leisurely evening paddle on the St. Croix. On this paddle we will start and end at the same point, allowing us the freedom to explore the area around Hudson from the wide river. Watch the sun color the bluffs and hills of the Riverway in shimmering gold and take in the colors as dusk falls. Enjoy the community of the river as we all enjoy a summer evening under the setting sun.

🌟 Wednesday, September 9th, 5 - 9 PM | Hudson, WI
🎟️ $65, You will be provided with premium kayaks, paddles, and PFDs.
🤝 Paddle Difficulty: Good for Beginners

🌇 Tickets and event details: https://wildriversconservancy.org/event/sunset-on-the-st-croix-paddle/

08/27/2026

This National Park Week we are joining partners, friend's groups, and supporters in championing our public spaces. Join us in the collective effort to keep these spaces forever protected.

Learn more about our mission and work at https://wildriversconservancy.org/

National Park Foundation | Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway

📸 T. Stofferahn | Wild Rivers Conservancy

08/26/2026

Calling all volunteers! River flows may be low, but so are our sign up numbers for the cleanup!

Join us on Saturday September 12th for the Namekagon River Cleanup, and give back to the river we all love. Join the cleanup on land crew or as on the water crew.

The Namekagon River is a popular place for paddling, fishing, or simply taking in the beauty of the Riverway. Bring your family and friends and help care for this special place, all while enjoying a fall day outdoors.

Volunteers meet at the registration table at Hayward Lake Boat Landing at 8:30am to sign-in and enjoy complimentary coffee and pastries. At 8:45 am, we will go over the plan for the day and begin the cleanup! Volunteers will depart for their assigned river sections or land sites with their group leaders. Shuttle service is available.

🌟 Free and open to the public. Advanced registration is required.
https://wildriversconservancy.org/event/2026-namekagon-river-cleanup/

To celebrate your hard work, join the afterparty at the Angry Minnow in Downtown Hayward at 3pm! There will be food, music by Son of Mel, and a prize drawing!

Thank you to our supporting business partners:
Hayward Fly Fishing Co
Orvis
Backroads Coffee
Camp Namekagon RV Park and Campground
Hayward Area Chamber of Commerce
Log Cabin Resort and Campground
Patagonia
Angry Minnow Brewing Co
Fishpond
Midwest Coffee Roasters
Namekagon General Store

08/24/2026

Sunset Kayak Outing - September 9th

Sunset on the St. Croix Paddle - Join us on an expert led kayak outing down the St. Croix River.

Unwind after a busy day with a leisurely evening paddle on the St. Croix. On this paddle we will start and end at the same point, allowing us the freedom to explore the area around Hudson from the wide river. Watch the sun color the bluffs and hills of the Riverway in shimmering gold and take in the colors as dusk falls. Enjoy the community of the river as we all enjoy a summer evening under the setting sun.

This is a fully supported paddle. You will be provided with premium kayaks, paddles, and PFDs.

🎟️ Buy your tickets here, spots are limited: https://wildriversconservancy.org/event/sunset-on-the-st-croix-paddle/

Date: Sep 9, 2026 | 5pm-9pm Cost: $65
Location: Ferry Landing Park | Hudson, WI

08/22/2026

We were fortunate to be the round-up partner for Stillwater's River Co-op this past July. We are grateful for the community support that allows us to continue connecting others to the wild and scenic St. Croix and Namekagon Rivers.

To learn more about how your business can support Wild Rivers Conservancy, visit https://wildriversconservancy.org/donate/

Rivers Co-op Markets

08/20/2026

Join us at The Barred Owl for a special River Mixer event sponsored by Saphire Realty!

Stop in for some delicious food, craft cocktails, live music by Laura Lamb, and an opportunity to mingle with fellow river lovers and Conservancy staff. Even better, a portion of the proceeds from the night will be generously donated to support the Conservancy.

🥾 Connect with Wild Rivers Conservancy staff. Learn about our busy summer of work throughout the Watershed, and events to get excited for this fall.

🍻🍽️ Order delicious food cooked from scratch and built to pair perfectly with Barred Owl’s cocktail lounge experience. Learn more - https://thebarredowlwi.com/

🧢🎁 Show support for the Riverway and visit our merch table. Only available at select events!

🌟🎸 Live music from artist Laura Lamb

🍻 RSVP here: River Mixer - The Barred Owl

River Mixer – The Barred Owl
Date: Aug 29, 2026 | 6pm-8pm Cost: Free
Location: The Barred Owl (111 Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810)

08/19/2026

We’re excited to announce a new way to commemorate your journey along the Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway! Visitors can now collect EDDY’s very own National Park passport stamp, created to celebrate the beauty, history, and stewardship of this special place.

Whether you’re a longtime passport stamp collector or just starting your collection, be sure to stop by EDDY during your next visit. Take some time to learn about the Riverway, connect with our staff, and add this one-of-a-kind stamp to your passport as a memento of your adventure.

🌟🎸Find EDDY (Education & Discovery Delivered to YOU) in Scandia, MN, this evening August 19th, at the Levitt amp Scandia Music Series.

📍Scandia Community Center Lawn
🗓️ Music 6-8PM; Farmers Market & food vendors 3-8pm

08/18/2026

Join us for a scenic paddle along the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway!

The St. Croix River abounds with life from its riverbed to the plentiful banks that support numerous plant and animal communities. On this paddle we will explore these areas along the river where the land grows and changes with the water itself.

We’ll be joined by the Conservancy’s Invasive Species Coordinator, Maria Young, who will share more about her work to protect these delicate ecosystems. Join us to experience the St. Croix firsthand while learning about its unique and bountiful habitats.

This is a fully supported paddle. You will be provided with premium kayaks, paddles, and PFDs, as well as a shuttle service back to your vehicles after the paddle.

Date: Aug 22, 2026 | 10am-4pm Cost: $65
Location: Namekagon Trail to Riverside Landing

Get your tickets here, spots are limited: https://wildriversconservancy.org/event/ecosystems-in-balance-paddling-the-st-croix/

08/17/2026

Join a special evening with filmmaker Brendan Hall, presented by local nonprofit organizations supporting our national parks.

Join us for an unforgettable evening screening the award-winning documentary Out There: A National Parks Story. The film follows two childhood friends embarking on a 10,000 mile road trip through the U.S. national parks to share stories of the incredible people they meet along the way.

Presented by nonprofits doing critical work in our public lands, director Brendan Hall will be joining for a talkback and Q&A. After a sweeping film festival run and screenings with organizations across the country, we are thrilled to bring this inspiring film to Minneapolis.

🗓️ Monday Sept. 14, 2026 | 7pm-9pm
📍The Parkway Theater | Minneapolis, MN
🎟️ $18

Learn more and purchase tickets: https://wildriversconservancy.org/event/out-there-a-national-parks-story/

🤝 This event is hosted by:
Ice Age Trail Alliance
Mississippi Park Connection
National Park Friends Alliance
National Parks Conservation Association
National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation
Voyageurs Conservancy
Wild Rivers Conservancy

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1015 North Cascade Street
Osceola, WI
54020

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+17154833300

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http://wildriversconservancy.org/

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