With the support of Waste Management, the contest is free and open to all Chicagoland youth ages eight to 18. Submissions may be made individually or through a school or community group.

The Big Jump promoted public understanding of how vastly river water quality has improved and that the barriers to swimming are more cultural that physical.

Our River Commitment Award recipients exemplify the action and advocacy that is instrumental to the revitalization of the Chicago-Calumet River system.

The Big Fish Ball is one of our most special fundraising events of the year.

Skowlund has helped lead many projects along the Chicago River and has extensive professional knowledge of river ecology, habitat creation, and responsible urban development along river corridors.

A misinterpretation of Illinois water law has severely restricted paddlers’ rights.

This month, reduce or eliminate your use of single use plastics.

Share the joy of paddling the river system and introducing people to its natural wonders and stewardship by becoming a volunteer canoe guide.

River Action Days provide companies with ways to give back to the community by participating in customized river-edge volunteer experiences for their employees to improve the health of the river system, and build trust and camaraderie. 

We will never go back to the pollution packed river and know that our future is bright.