Water is back creating a fabulous paddle up the Shawsheen River from the Flats in Andover, past the Pines, and into Billerica. Beautiful afternoon, incredible fall colors. Although the current was only about 80 cf/sec on our return downstream we floated most of the way. Barbara and I had a an amazing day.
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Saturday November 12th at 11:00: Tim Garside Memorial Panel Dedication
The SRWA Board is excited to invite all interested parties to a Memorial Kayak & Canoe launch naming and ribbon cutting ceremony on: Saturday November 12th at 11:00. The Memorial Panel features a local unsung hero and past SRWA Board member Tim Garside. He contributed greatly to the major clean ups of the river in… Continue reading Saturday November 12th at 11:00: Tim Garside Memorial Panel Dedication
Saturday, 1-/22/2022 Marlies Paddles ShawsheenChallenge
Not for the faint of heart! Two hour, moderate challenge, suburban wilderness tour by MarliesPaddles. Shawsheen River, downstream only. To learn more and sign up click here. This is not a SRWA sponsored event but we want to share Marlies’s invitation to anyone interested in joining the paddle.
10/8/2022 Last SRWA monthly paddle with Marlies
Good vibes: Last of seven 2022 monthly Shawsheen River Watershed Association (SRWA) paddles. Due to low water levels in the Shawsheen River, we explored the Concord River in Concord, MA. Iconic North Bridge, lotus at the USFWS National Wildlife Refuge System Great Meadows Impoundments, and October (!) Farm aka Mass Audubon Brewsters Woods. Fall colors… Continue reading 10/8/2022 Last SRWA monthly paddle with Marlies
10/15/2022, 10am – 2pm: Ballardvale Day
Join SRWA members to ask questions and chat about your favorite kayak and canoe adventures!
10/25/22 SRWA in the Lowell Sun
Thanks to Marlies and Brian, it was a beautiful paddle. Thanks to Mary Leach for the photos and publication on 10/25/22 in the Lowell Sun.
The Massachusetts Rivers Alliance
SRWA is a member of The Massachusetts Rivers Alliance. “​Mass Rivers’ mission is to protect and restore the Commonwealth’s rivers and streams. To be successful in this mission, we prioritize climate resilience and ensure that our river solutions also promote economic and racial justice locally. We believe every community in the state has the right… Continue reading The Massachusetts Rivers Alliance
9/10/22:Waterfalls; the Shawsheen, Merrimack, and Spickett Rivers all in one morning!
Led by Marlies, SRWA paddlers enjoyed a beautiful morning on the Shawsheen, Merrimack, and Spickett Rivers stopping to enjoy heavily flowing waterfalls along the way. Thank you Marlies for your wonderful leadership in planning, leading, and creating the atmosphere of support amongst the paddlers. Pictures by Alice and Mary Leach. Thank you Mary To see… Continue reading 9/10/22:Waterfalls; the Shawsheen, Merrimack, and Spickett Rivers all in one morning!
Share your vision for the Shawsheen River
Upcoming Events -Community Stakeholder Workshop Thursday, September 22nd : 6:30 -8:30 P.M. Memorial Hall Library, Andover, MA Share Ideas in large and small group discussions Discuss benefits and attributes of the Shawsheen River, as well as its challenges and specific problem areas. Identify potential priority projects for inclusion in the Master Plan… Continue reading Share your vision for the Shawsheen River
Marlies Paddles and SRWA: Saturday, 8/13/2022
Due to low water on the Shawsheen, this paddle was held on the Concord River. The Swamp Rose Mallow paddle was in full bloom and the weather was spectacular. and fun, thanks for joining everyone. There were 17 happy participants.