About the Presentation A special thank you to our guest speakers Parker Mauck and Chris Killenberg of Westport Fly, and Mike Sullivan, WRWA President, for sharing their knowledge, field experience, and continued dedication to the Westport River. We also thank participants who attended the Nature Talk and are members of the Fisheries Advisory Committee, and local partners. This presentation highlighted a powerful collaboration between scientists, anglers, and community members

From Streams to Sunsets We’re looking for the moments that capture the beauty and spirit of our watershed! From rare wildlife sightings to peaceful mornings along the river, submit your favorite photos for a chance to be featured in our 2027 Watershed Calendar. Submission Guidelines: To ensure your work looks its best in print, please follow these technical requirements: Quantity - Maximum of 10 images per photographer. Format - High-quality JPG files. Resolution - 300 dpi or

Richard and his wife Sandra, enjoying a Red Sox game at Fenway Park. They actually won the tickets at WRWA's Gala auction! 🌊 Meet Richard: A Volunteer Making Waves🌊 If you’ve spent any time around the Westport River Watershed Alliance (WRWA), chances are you’ve crossed paths with Richard Ilgen or seen the impact of his work. Richard has been a dedicated WRWA member since 2001! This coming August is extra special for not only WRWA in celebrating our 50th, but Richard and his

Mark and Lisa Luttman at our River Concert 2025 We’re thrilled to recognize Mark and Lisa Luttmann for their incredible dedication to WRWA! Lisa first began visiting Westport with her family in 1975, and in 2022 she and Mark made it their full-time home. The two met at Penn State University, married in 1990, and raised two sons before heading to California to work in tech. Lisa built a career in sales and customer success with companies including Epson, Toshiba, and digital m

Wild oyster reefs have experienced a dramatic decline, with an estimated 85% loss globally and as much as 95% in New England. Once abundant throughout our coastal waters, these reefs are now functionally extinct in many areas. This loss affects far more than oysters themselves - it impacts water quality, shoreline stability, fisheries, biodiversity, and the coastal economies and cultures that depend on healthy estuaries. About the Presentation: We are grateful to Dan for pre

Photo of Cindy Wilson and her husband Chip Wilson. Each month, WRWA will feature a Volunteer Spotlight to thank the incredible and extraordinary individuals who make our work possible. This month, we are thrilled to recognize Cindy Wilson for her dedication, leadership, and heart for service. Cindy is one of those volunteers who quietly does so much. In addition to her service as a board member, she consistently goes above and beyond: organizing and preserving WRWA’s historic

The Westport River Watershed Alliance (WRWA) is excited to announce the hiring of Meghan Jeans as its new Executive Director, effective March 2, 2026 . After a national search that attracted many highly qualified candidates, the WRWA Search Committee selected Jeans following a thorough and competitive review process. She lives locally within the watershed and brings a strong background in environmental leadership and community-based conservation. As Executive Director, she w

Blake Dinius, Plymouth County Extension Educaton. Ticks continue to be a re-emerging concern to the health of both human and pets, with at least ten tick-borne diseases now present year-round in New England, including Lyme disease. Although these illnesses can be serious and seem daunting, a recent Nature Talk at our River Center highlighted an important message: with knowledge and awareness, we can all enjoy the outdoors safely. About the Presentation We were joined by Blake

Keeping Watch Over the Westport River Join the Westport River Watershed Alliance (WRWA) for a behind-the-scenes look at our long-running water quality monitoring program. This short film, produced by David Bacedayan of Westport Community TV, captures a typical morning on the river as WRWA staff collect and test samples to track the health of our estuary. Featuring stunning drone footage and scenes from the field, the video highlights how science, community, and stewardship

We're excited to share the winners of this year’s photo contest and the release of the 2026 Tide Calendar. This full-color calendar is a community favorite, bringing together the beauty of the Westport River and its watershed with practical daily tide listings for Westport Harbor, Buzzards Bay, and Rhode Island Sound. The 2026 calendar highlights the incredible talent of local photographers who captured the magic of our river, wildlife, and landscapes: Cover: Good Morning

We had many excellent photos entered in this year's annual photo contest to choose the images for the 2026 Photo Calendar. As in past...

Don't miss the Westport River Watershed Alliance Summer Gala & Silent Auction August 9, 2025 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM 65 Rockbridge Road, Little...

Join us at the Westport River Watershed Alliance River Center , open Thursdays, Fridays, and select Saturdays from 10 AM – 3 PM at 493...

We are now accepting entries for our annual photo contest for the 2026 calendar ! We are seeking landscape and nature photographs that...

WRWA is proud to showcase a new film called Virtual Tour of the River . It was created with their longtime collaborator, Alex Haggert of...

Mark your calendars for River Day 2025—our beloved annual festival celebrating the Westport River and community—taking place on Saturday,...

The Westport River Watershed Alliance is thrilled to welcome New Bedford native and guitar sensation Quinn Sullivan to the stage on...

WHAT: The Pocasset Pokanoket Land Trust (PPLT ) and Wainer Woods , in collaboration with the Sand Hill Band of Lenape & Cherokee ,...

We are excited to share our 2024 Annual Report , highlighting a year of growth, impact, and community support. This year, we saw strong...

Charles Clarkson, Audubon Society of Rhode Island, Director of Avian Research Free Nature Talks speaker series Thursday April 24, 2025 at...