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     The members of the SRWA invite the public to join us on Saturday, June 24, 2017 for an evening paddle on the Shawsheen River in recognition of the Summer Solstice. We will meet at 6:00PM at Shawsheen Pines, Lowell Junction Rd., Andover (the Andover conservation land opposite Pfizer Corp.)   Bring your kayak/canoe and gear,… Continue reading Summer Solstice Paddle: 6:00,Saturday, June 24, 2017, Shawsheen Pines, Andover

The SRWA would like to give a heart felt thanks to the Appalachian Mountain Club Paddlers of NH as well as Al Suasco the “Trash Paddler” for their time and sacrifice to help remove 12 tires and over 10 bags of trash from the Shawsheen River in Billerica during the biggest cleanup that the SRWA… Continue reading Billerica Cleanup Great Success! , 5/6/2017

SHAWSHEEN GREENWAY SPRING KICK OFF EVENT Shawsheen River is one of the most beloved resources. It is also one of its most under-utilized, and least visited recreational treasures. It is the mission of the Shawsheen Greenway to make it accessible for all to enjoy. Mark your calendars for June 11, 2017 for a Shawsheen Greenway… Continue reading Shawsheen Greenway Celebration: Pomps Pond, Shawsheen River, Paddle, Hike! Sunday, June 11

The Town of Tewksbury will celebrate Earth Day by hosting a range of events including a cleanup of Long Pond’s rain gardens, creating a river walk near the Shawsheen at Foster’s Park, and even creating a new boat launch on the river with a cleanup of the site and native plantings. Please join us by… Continue reading Tewksbury Earth Day Events: Saturday, April 22, 8:00am

POSTPONED ! Due to dangerous trail conditions caused by the 3/14 storm, the SRWA Jones Forest hike has been postponed. For further information watch our page on Facebook and www.shawsheenriver.net.

The 2016 Winter Solstice Event drew people from the shores of the Shawsheen River including Andover, Tewksbury, Billerica, and Bedford. The weather cooperated covering the ground earlier by just enough snow to complete the atmosphere. A hot fire and plenty of food kept the participants warm while Bob Rauseo, past SRWA president and founder, explained the… Continue reading 2016 Winter Soltice Event, Inspirational, Fun!

Enjoy Nature and Celebrate the Winter Solstice with the SRWA ! SRWA will host the annual outdoor event on Thursday, December 22, 2016 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Serio’s Grove Reservation, at 53 Lowell Junction Road, Andover. The Winter Solstice is an astronomical phenomenon and unique among days of the year-the time of the… Continue reading Winter Solstice Celebration: Thursday, December 22 at 7:00 pm