Friends of the Blackstone
Our Mission: To restore, enhance and preserve the physical, historical and cultural integrity of the Blackstone River, its watershed and its eco-system, through public advocacy, education, recreation, stewardship and the promotion of our unique Blackstone Valley resource.
We are a Rhode Island non-profit organization dedicated to making the Blackstone River fishable and swimmable by 2015. Our programs are dedicated to protecting, preserving and enhancing the natural habitat of local river wildlife and creating recreational programs for the local residents to enjoy.
All of our programs provide opportunities to volunteer, including cleanups, education and work with local municipalities to bring this great river and its surrounding watersheds back to its natural and majestic state.
Current Projects
Fish Ladders Project- See the video April 12, 2010
Latest News
Riverfest Race Results 2010 & Pictures June 9, 2010The river: Keeping it clean- Pawtucket Times April 17, 20102010 Riverfest Race- June 5th- New Location, Signup Now April 13, 2010Pictures of the Blackstone River Water Levels April 12, 2010We are on Facebook now! Become a fan April 9, 2010Video- RI’s history as an industrial center still flows through the Blackstone Canal February 23, 2010Buoys on the Blackstone- Valley Breeze February 8, 20102009 Riverfest Canoe and Kayak Race- Results June 15, 2009BRWC / FOB Spring 2009 Newsletter April 3, 2009