Greenway Network

Greg Poleski Memorial Cleanup 2025
2025-02-15 08:30 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | MO
The Greg Poleski Memorial Cleanup is in honor of Greenway Network’s founder. Details and registration are at https://greenwaynetwork.org/2024/12/28/2025-greg-poleski-day-of-service-clean-up-at-west-tyson-park/ Other info will be posted at https://www.facebook.com/events/2385436005134112/ on both the About and Discussion tabs.
Be sure to dress for the weather. Wear sturdy shoes. Bring a water bottle. Bring gloves. Be prepared to get outside and make a difference. Thanks and we hope to see you soon!

Big Muddy Speaker Series Feb. 2025
2025-02-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Bike Stop Cafe, 701 S. Riverside Dr, Saint Charles, MO, 63301, United States
Missouri River Relief’s Big Muddy Speaker Series, hosted by Greenway Network
7 p.m. presentation (6 p.m. social hour) at Bike Stop Cafe, 701 S Riverside Drive, St. Charles, MO 63301
For the Love of Bugs, by Biologist and Master Naturalist Devan Rupel
It’s nearly Valentine’s Day! As we trade cards denoting our love for one another, we must also consider where love is lacking in our lives, namely some commonly misunderstood tiny friends: bugs! There is truly nothing more romantic than bugs. From the shellac on our chocolates, to the mites in our eyelashes exchanged in “butterfly kisses”, bedbugs, lovebugs, and kissing bugs- it’s hard to argue that this holiday should not be dedicated to them!
In this presentation, Devan Rupel will share her favorite bug facts and finds of the year and grant listeners a new perspective to deepen their appreciation for the creatures working day and night to bring them food, medical advancements, and healthy soil. We often focus on developing appreciation for pollinators that create food for humans, but neglect some of the strangely fascinating things that we can learn about the environment around us through nature’s more curious Valentines.
Insects incite strong feelings in all of us. Disgust and fear tend to reign supreme in this conversation. Still, by shifting our perspective, we can turn fear into fascination and grow closer to the most immediate natural world around us. Come get to know who’s visiting your porch light and what creepy crawlies may be rummaging around in your basement. Bring your burning bug questions and braveness as you’ll have the opportunity to meet Giant Hissing Cockroaches (they’re friendly) and munch a cricket cookie!

2025 Team Leader Academy - Special Handling
2025-02-22 09:00 - 16:00 | Remington Nature Center, 1502 MacArthur Drive, St. Joseph, MO, 64505, United States
February 22 Team Leader Special Handling Seminar, 9 am – 4 pm.
This training is for anyone who is planning or pre-scouting for cleanups and works with volunteers cleaning up floodplains, rivers and streams. It addresses how to identify, mark and when/where to report hazards such as barrels, tanks, needles, and more. The Program will be held at Remington Nature Center in St. Joseph.

Missouri Paddling Coalition
2025-03-02 12:00 - 16:00 | Central Regional Office MDC, 3500 E Gans Rd, Columbia, MO, 65201, United States
The next MOPadCo meeting will be March 2 at MDC’s Central Regional Office in Columbia. Discuss future paddling events, training, paddling access improvements, and more. We’ll start with a social at 12:00 noon, then the meeting runs 1:00-4:00PM. Brown bag lunches welcome! For planning purposes, RSVP at the Facebook Event page- https://www.facebook.com/events/640869351803561/
Enter each of your 2025 paddling events as a separate form at https://forms.gle/6PWScXMh2gk6M7Kz6
Also like/follow the Page at https://www.facebook.com/MOPaddlingCoalition and join our Group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/mopaddlecoalition (next meeting: May 4)

Big Muddy Speaker Series March 2025
2025-03-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Bike Stop Cafe, 701 S. Riverside Dr, Saint Charles, MO, 63301, United States
Missouri River Relief’s Big Muddy Speaker Series, hosted by Greenway Network
7 p.m. presentation (6 p.m. social hour) at Bike Stop Cafe, 701 S Riverside Drive, St. Charles, MO 63301
What’s Your Watershed? by Libby Reuter and Virginia Woulfe-Beile
Since 2011, Watershed Cairns artists Libby Reuter and Joshua Rowan have been asking “What’s your watershed?” along the tributaries of the Mississippi River Watershed. They temporarily place and photograph luminous glass sculptures that capture the enchantment of water in different environments. An interactive map on watershedcairns.com visualizes the interconnected rivers, wetlands, and lakes nurturing the central 40 percent of the United States. Reuter will share a few of their images and stories from the rivers’ origins. The under-appreciated heart of that vital water web is in St. Louis Metro, Missouri, and Illinois. At our meeting, Libby Reuter and Virginia Woulfe-Beile co-director of the Piasa Palisades Chapter, Illinois Sierra Club, will introduce a new map/signage project designed to draw attention to the confluence of the Missouri, Mississippi, and Illinois Rivers.
Visit the Big Muddy Speaker Series webpage to learn more: https://bigmuddyspeakers.org/stcharles/

Hillsdale Clean-ups
2025-03-15 08:30 - 12:00 | Greenwood Cemetery, 6571 St Louis Ave, St. Louis, MO, 63121, United States
Join us with Beyond Housing and MDC Stream Team to help revitalize areas of Hillsdale to remedy the effects of illegal dumping throughout their community. Volunteers will meet at Greenwood Cemetery for a safety meeting then choose from a few options. You can work in the cemetery removing invasive bush honeysuckle, pulling weeds within the installed landscape beds, or collecting trash and other debris. Or you can choose to (cemetery slots are filled) then be a part of the Village of Hillsdale cleanup, focusing on picking up litter and collecting illegally dumped housewares/furniture as well as tires. If you register in advance, you will get a Missouri Stream Team shirt as a Thank You for the hard work and dedication assisting in this cleanup.
Sign up at https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/151867806041/false#/invitation

2025 Team Leader Academy – Scouting & Cleanup POSTPONED
2025-03-22 07:00 - 15:00 | MO
The March 22 Scouting Seminar and Capstone Cleanup is POSTPONED
Our team was hit hard by the storms last Friday. In order to give them time to address urgent matters, the Team Leader Academy Scouting and Cleanup event, scheduled for March 22, is postponed. We have not yet determined the new date but will let you know once we do. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Registration will be updated at https://greenwaynetwork.org/team-leader-academy/

Mission: Clean Stream on Saturday, April 5, 2025!
2025-04-05 | MO
The May 10th clean up in Wright CIty has been postponed. Check back for updated information.
Join hundreds of volunteers to work together to pick up tons of litter along our rivers and streams. Greenway Network partners with eight municipalities to host cleanup sites. Follow one of the links below to sign up for the cleanup event in your area!
St. Charles City *April 12

St. Charles County *also on Sat. Apr. 5; not the 6th as previously published

Lake Saint Louis
City of O’Fallon
City of Dardenne Prairie

City of Cottleville
City of Wentzville
Wright City

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Before heading out, watch our brief safety video at https://youtu.be/HpD5w5JEmKo Be sure to dress for the weather. Wear sturdy shoes, and bring gloves as well as a water bottle. Be prepared to get outside and have fun while making a difference. Thanks and we hope to see you soon!

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Big Muddy Speaker Series April 2025
2025-04-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Bike Stop Cafe, 701 S. Riverside Dr, Saint Charles, MO, 63301, United States
Missouri River Relief’s Big Muddy Speaker Series, hosted by Greenway Network
7 p.m. Presentation (6 p.m. Social Hour) at Bike Stop Cafe, 701 S Riverside Drive, St. Charles, MO 63301
“Life on the Mississippi before 1492: from Clovis to Cahokia to Contact” by Julie Zimmerman, PhD, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Dr. Julie Zimmerman will present an overview of life on the Mississippi before 1492: from Clovis to Cahokia to Contact. Dr. Zimmerman will provide a long term ecological view of the region in addition to outlining the anthropological highlights of the time. Dr. Zimmerman will share her knowledge and experience gained throughout her career as an archaeologist. Dr. Zimmermann is an archaeologist, professor, and chair of the Department of Anthropology at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. She is also the coordinator of Native American Studies.
Visit the Big Muddy Speaker Series page to learn more: https://bigmuddyspeakers.org/stcharles/

St. Peters Clean Streams (cross-post)
2025-04-12 08:00 - 11:30 | MO
Courtesy cross-post: The City of St. Peters organizes an annual community volunteer event to clean our streams of debris for healthier streams. Trash can harm habitat and wildlife, plus cause creek bank erosion and possibly flooding. The 2025 Spring Event will be Saturday, April 12 at 370 Lakeside Park’s Corporate Pavilion. Register here by April 4, 2025 for Clean Streams! See details at https://www.stpetersmo.net/298/Clean-Streams

Mission: Clean Stream - April 12 for St. Charles City
2025-04-12 08:30 - 11:30 | MO
If you missed one of the April 5th Mission: Clean Stream events throughout the county, or just want to help even more, you have another chance to volunteer with the City of St. Charles’ cleanup on Saturday, April 12. Volunteers, ages 6 and up, can register as a family, individual, or organization. Gloves, waste collection bags, safety vests, and picker tools will be provided. Dress appropriately for the weather. Long pants, long sleeves, and boots are recommended. Volunteers will need to provide their own transportation to sites. Before heading out, watch our brief safety video at https://youtu.be/HpD5w5JEmKo
Use the City’s REGISTER HERE link to get details and sign up. Thanks and we hope to see you soon!

Missouri Paddling Coalition
2025-05-04 12:00 - 16:00 | MO
Bimonthly meeting of the MOPadCo will take place Sunday, May 4 at the Columbia Bottom Conservation Area’s visitor center. Enjoy a potluck getting to know the paddling community at noon. Bring a dish to share and your own table service, then the meeting will be at 1:00. Come learn more about this statewide organization and how you can get involved. Discuss future paddling events, training, paddling access improvements, and more.
Zoom in on the map on MDC’s page at https://mdc.mo.gov/discover-nature/places/columbia-bottom-conservation-area to see the loop drive parallel to Strodtman Rd/ Riverview Dr, which has angled parking along it, near the River’s Edge Trailhead.
And join our Group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/mopaddlecoalition

Rockwood Island USFW Refuge Tree Planting
2025-05-07 - 2025-05-10 | MO
U.S. Fish and Wildlife (USFW) is reaching out to multiple organizations seeking volunteers to help plant some of the 22,000 tree seedlings acquired for the Rockwood Island Wildlife Refuge. Their goal is to diversify the species composition of the refuge from monotypic cottonwood to a 15 species-rich bottomland forest typical of the region to better serve wildlife for multiple generations. While the refuge is on the East side of the Mississippi (about 8 miles south of Chester, Illinois), knowing the importance of wetlands to our watersheds, our Stream Team has decided to partner with USFW and ask other volunteers to join the endeavor.
When: May 7, 8, 9, and 10
Time: Anytime starting from 9am for as long as people want to help. USFW will be there from 8:30am to late afternoon each day.
Where: Illinois Route 3 to Rockwood, Il; coordinates: 37.83666, -89.70338 Map: https://tinyurl.com/msprda73 This is an unimproved road. Drive under the railroad trestle and follow it back (approximately 200 yards) to the refuge parking lot.
What: Bareroot tree planting using dibble bars (stooping, bending, walking over irregular floodplain forest).
Need: Bring drinking water, snack if wanted, and a desire to restore our wetlands.
More information can be found here, including detailed directions and how to plant trees successfully using a Dribble Bar: https://tinyurl.com/mrxu9teh
Please be sure to notify one of the following if you, or a group, plan to attend and when:
Jared Nance, Middle Mississippi River National Wildlife Refuge: Cell: 573-754-2431 / Email: jared_nance@fws.gov
or Jan McIlwee, Stream Team volunteer: Cell: 314-303-6419 / Email: janm@streamteam5168.org

Give STL Day 2025
2025-05-08 00:30 - 2025-05-09 10:00 | MO
Greenway Network is a new participant to Give STL Day! You can support us at https://www.givestlday.org/organization/Greenway-Network/ Also, donating during a Power Hour gets us part of that hour’s $20,000 prize pool which is applied equally to every donation made within the hour: 9:00-10:00AM, noon-1:00PM, 3:00-4:00PM, 6:00-7:00PM, and 9:00-10:00PM. Even if you can’t donate, emailing your friends or sharing from our Facebook page is appreciated too. Thank you!

Wright City Mission: Clean Stream 5/10/25
2025-05-10 09:00 - 11:00 | MO
Wright City Mission: Clean Stream will now take place on MAY 10, 2025. This year we are thrilled to have Wright City join us for this annual event. You can register for their clean-up at https://greenwaynetwork.org/2025/03/10/misson-clean-stream-april-5-2025-welcome-wright-city/ to help out at Corwin S. Ruge Memorial Park. Dress for the weather. Wear sturdy shoes. Bring a water bottle.

Big Muddy Speaker Series May 2025
2025-05-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Bike Stop Cafe, 701 S. Riverside Dr, Saint Charles, MO, 63301, United States
“Peruque Creek Watershed Alliance” by Kelly Dunlap, PCWA representative
Missouri River Relief’s Big Muddy Speaker Series, hosted by Greenway Network
7 p.m. Presentation (6 p.m. Social Hour)
Bike Stop Cafe, 701 S Riverside Drive, St. Charles, MO 63301
Join us at the St. Charles edition of the Big Muddy Speaker Series on Wednesday, May 14 to learn more about the newly reformed Peruque Creek Watershed Alliance, how local residents and communities are collaborating and cross-training to improve water quality, and ways you can get involved and provide input.
Peruque Creek watershed spans parts of Warren and St. Charles counties in Missouri, feeds into Lake Saint Louis, and ultimately drains to the Mississippi River. The Peruque Creek Watershed Alliance is focused on improving and protecting stream water quality. It brings together local governments, organizations, and community members to address current issues and promote sustainable watershed management. The Missouri Department of Natural Resources recently collected public comments on a draft Watershed Plan and a Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) report for Total Suspended Solids in Peruque Creek. One of the Alliance’s first goals is to launch a multi-location stream data collection effort across the watershed.
Visit the Big Muddy Speaker Series page to learn more: https://bigmuddyspeakers.org/stcharles/

Special Handling Short Course: Tornado Trash
2025-05-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Alpine Shop, 440 N Kirkwood Rd, Kirkwood, MO, 63122, United States
The work of cleaning up the bits and pieces of debris that cannot be scooped up by heavy machinery has to wait until the most urgent tasks of safely clearing streets, securing buildings, and meeting the physical and emotional needs of the citizens have been addressed. It is a huge task and it is going to take a while.
In preparation for those clean ups, the Team Leader Academy crew has been updating our list of materials that require special handling to include the sorts of things that we are likely to find in greater quantities than usual.
If you are planning a litter clean up, want to lead volunteers on a litter clean up, or just want to volunteer yourself, attend one of our one-hour sessions to help prepare you for this work. We will cover what to look for, how to handle it, and who and when to call when it is more than you can handle. Our goal is to get as many people as possible ready to join in the many calls for clean-up volunteers that are coming.
6 pm TUESDAY May 27 at Alpine Shop (440 N Kirkwood Rd, Kirkwood, MO 63122)
Email greenwaynetwork@gmail.com if you plan to attend. Thank you.

Spring 2025 Dardenne Creek Monitoring
2025-05-31 - 2025-06-01 | MO
This has been postponed from April, to May 31 and June 1, due to high water levels and more rain forecasted. Join Greenway Network on this twice-a-year adventure to monitor Dardenne Creek on Saturday and/or Sunday. Experienced Stream Team volunteers can go out to one or more sites and do a complete water quality monitoring protocol. This is a great opportunity for anyone who is new to Stream Team and wants to test their skills with some experienced backup. Those interested in learning more about Stream Team or water quality monitoring are also invited to participate.
Please email greenwaynetwork@gmail.com to get details for this important and fun event, and register at https://greenwaynetwork.org/participate/dardenne-creek-monitoring-days/

Big Muddy Speaker Series June 2025
2025-06-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Bike Stop Cafe, 701 S. Riverside Dr, Saint Charles, MO, 63301, United States
“Tornado Clean-up Special Handling” by Charlene Waggoner, Greenway Network President
Missouri River Relief’s Big Muddy Speaker Series, hosted by Greenway Network
7 p.m. Presentation (6 p.m. Social Hour)
Bike Stop Cafe, 701 S Riverside Drive, St. Charles, MO 63301
After St Louis’ tornado on May 16, the work of cleaning up the bits and pieces of debris that cannot be scooped up by heavy machinery has to wait until the most urgent tasks of safely clearing streets, securing buildings, and meeting the physical and emotional needs of the citizens have been addressed. It is a huge task, and it is going to take a while.
In preparation for those clean-ups, the Team Leader Academy crew has been updating our list of materials that require special handling to include the sorts of things that we’re likely to find in greater quantities than usual. Learn how to prepare for this work as Greenway Network’s Board President, Charlene Waggoner, will cover what to look for, how to handle it, and who and when to call when it’s more than you can handle. Our goal is to get as many people as possible ready to join in the many calls that are coming for clean-up volunteers.
Learn more at https://bigmuddyspeakers.org/stcharles/

Big Muddy Speaker Series July 2025
2025-07-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Bike Stop Cafe, 701 S. Riverside Dr, Saint Charles, MO, 63301, United States
Presentation by Melissa Sauter for Missouri River Relief’s Big Muddy Speaker Series, hosted in St Charles by Greenway Network.7 p.m. presentation (6 p.m. Social Hour)Bike Stop Cafe, 701 S Riverside Dr, St Charles, MO 63301

Join Melissa Sauter from the Mississippi River Water Trail Association (MRWTA) to hear about the success of this National Water Trail. The Mississippi River Water Trail, a National Water Trail since 2012, encompasses 121 miles of the Mississippi River including the confluence of the two longest rivers in the country (the Missouri and Mississippi), 75 sites including 62 rest areas and 17 camping areas, and three locks and dams. The trail spans two states, rural areas, and a large urban area at St Louis, Missouri. Since 2007, the MRWTA has coordinated volunteers and events on the river to ensure high quality and affordable recreational and educational opportunities and to promote safe public use of the trail. Details can be found at https://bigmuddyspeakers.org/st-charles/

And after the presentation, join us next to the Lewis & Clark Boat House to watch the first racers finish the MR340! https://mr340.org/news/mr340-race-updates-links/

Al-Pint Night for MOPadCo 7/16/25
2025-07-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Alpine Shop, 440 N Kirkwood Rd, Kirkwood, MO, 63122, United States
Volunteer or just visit with Missouri Paddling Coalition at Alpine Shop Columbia 5-7PM and Alpine Shop Kirkwood 6-8PM for Al-Pint Night on Wednesday, July 16, in support of MOPadCo.
What’s on tap at Al-Pint Night:
Craft Brews – For those 21 and over, a donation of $10 gets you an Alpine Shop logo pint glass and MOPadCo will fill it not once, but twice! Thanks to 4 Hands in St. Louis and Logboat in Columbia.
Support a Cause – All proceeds will benefit MOPadCo.
Raffles & More – Participate in exciting raffles and learn how you can get involved with paddling all across the State of Missouri. At Alpine Shop Kirkwood, Mark Fingerhut will present “Paddling the Midwest Coast” at 6:30.

Bring your friends. Enjoy some great beverages. Make new paddling friends as you learn more about how paddlers are coming together to share information and the love of Missouri rivers and streams. For more information about the Missouri Paddling Coalition, please visit http://mopaddling.org

Big Muddy Speaker Series August 2025
2025-08-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Bike Stop Cafe, 701 S. Riverside Dr, Saint Charles, MO, 63301, United States
Islands of Life: How Urban Parks Support Birds Along the Mississippi Flyway – Presentation by Jodi Devonshire PhD, for Missouri River Relief’s Big Muddy Speaker Series, hosted in St Charles by Greenway Network.7 p.m. presentation (6 p.m. Social Hour)Bike Stop Cafe, 701 S Riverside Dr, St Charles, MO 63301
Every spring and fall, millions of birds travel the Mississippi Flyway—a vast migratory corridor formed by the Mississippi River, its tributaries, and connected wetlands. These birds depend on habitat along this ancient pathway for food, rest, and shelter during their long journeys. But as our cities grow, development fragments this critical habitat into small “islands” of green space surrounded by buildings, roads, and concrete. The connections between these habitat patches become increasingly broken, creating challenges for the wildlife that depend on them.
Dr. Jodi Devonshire will present findings from her 2011 study conducted with researchers at the University of Missouri – St. Louis. Her team examined bird diversity and abundance in restored and remnant parks throughout the Greater St. Louis area. Their data reveals just how vital these urban oases are to the millions of birds traveling the Mississippi Flyway—and why protecting these spaces matters more than ever.
Dr. Devonshire specializes in environmental education and its impact in urban areas. She has taught various science courses, community enrichment programs and science methods classes at both St. Charles Community College and the University of Missouri- St. Louis. Currently she, with her husband Tony, manages the Bike Stop Cafe, a restaurant, bike rental, Katy trail tour and service company they founded in St. Charles, MO.

Race for the Rivers 2025
2025-08-23 08:00 - 14:30 | Blanchette Landing, 100 Olive Street, St. Charles, MO, 63301, United States
Whether you’re an avid paddler looking to get in on a competitive river race, or simply in search of laid-back family fun, Race for the Rivers is the event you’ve been searching for! With water education, restoration, and recreation as the focus, Greenway Network stages this fun Missouri River paddling event every year. Choose 20 or 30 miles, both finishing at Blanchette Landing in Saint Charles’ Historic Frenchtown District.
Registration is available at https://www.racefortherivers.org/

River Soundings 2025
2025-09-10 09:00 - 2025-09-11 17:00 | Beyond Housing, 6506 Wright Way, St. Louis, MO, 63121, United States
River Soundings is a conference for people who live near, work on, rely on, and love the Missouri River. This annual event includes panel discussions on issues related to big rivers and the Missouri River in particular, with 2025’s theme being Urban Watersheds. Each year speakers and panelists who are experts from around the country gather to share and discuss challenges and success stories. Our goal is to bring together people from up and down the river to look for common goals and active strategies to get there.
Register now at https://greenwaynetwork.org/river-soundings/ to join us for a variety of presentations and panel discussions on Wednesday, Sept. 10 and Thursday, Sept. 11. Our keynote speaker will be Zuri Carter, Deputy Chief Natural Resources Officer with Metroparks Toledo, followed by dinner and reception at the Rose Room above Carter Commons, 6746 Page Ave, St. Louis, MO 63133, prepared by Chef Tiarra Adams of Viva La Vegan. It will also include water-inspired art by special guest artists Daily Chambers and David Hultz. **Bring your own reusable table service, including a plate and bowl or mug (for soup) plus flatware.** A $12-15 donation is requested for each day’s lunch.
Wednesday’s Keynote Address – Promises Kept: How Metroparks Toledo is Revitalizing East Toledo to Create a World Class Riverwalk
Through the restoration of natural areas, creation of wetlands that improve the health of the Maumee River, and the planting of thousands of trees within the urban environment, Metroparks Toledo is spearheading efforts to connect six neighborhoods in Downtown Toledo. With conservation as a core pillar of Metroparks Toledo, this transformational riverfront project also provides a diverse array of recreational opportunities along the Maumee River to revitalize Downtown Toledo.
Zurijanne Carter is the Chief Natural Resources Officer for Metroparks Toledo, where they lead the natural resources division in guiding strategic planning, conservation initiatives, and land acquisition efforts across Lucas County. With a strong focus on ecological restoration and sustainability, they pursue grant opportunities to support large-scale habitat management and restoration projects, ensuring the protection and enhancement of vital natural areas.
Zuri holds a Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Biology from Clemson University and a Master’s in Fisheries and Wildlife Management from Michigan State University where she focused on the human dimensions of wildlife management. Her career has been dedicated to the stewardship of natural resources, balancing conservation with community engagement and sustainable land management practices.
With a deep passion for preserving and restoring ecosystems, Zuri brings a wealth of experience in environmental leadership, strategic planning, and collaborative conservation efforts. Her work continues to shape the future of natural resource management, fostering resilient landscapes for both wildlife and people in northwest Ohio.

Big Muddy Speaker Series Oct 2025
2025-10-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Bike Stop Cafe, 701 S. Riverside Dr, Saint Charles, MO, 63301, United States
Whitewater on the Mississippi: A St. Louis Kayaker’s Story, presentation by Joe Sartori, Missouri Whitewater Association, for Missouri River Relief’s Big Muddy Speaker Series, hosted in St Charles by Greenway Network. Hear how to get started in whitewater kayaking and what the MWA hopes to accomplish with a “paddle park.”7 p.m. presentation (6 p.m. Social Hour)Bike Stop Cafe, 701 S Riverside Dr, St Charles, MO 63301

24:1 Community Conservation Days
2025-10-09 - 2025-10-11 | MO
Join your neighbors and lend a hand for a community cleanup, honeysuckle hack, and tree planting across the Normandy Schools footprint Oct. 9, 10, and 11. Register at https://our241.com/events/ccd/ Then celebrate on Oct. 12 with free family fishing and BBQ.

Fall 2025 Dardenne Creek Monitoring
2025-10-25 - 2025-10-26 | MO
Join Greenway Network on this twice-a-year adventure to monitor Dardenne Creek. Experienced Stream Team volunteers can go out to one or more sites and do a complete water quality monitoring protocol. This is a great opportunity for anyone who is new to Stream Team and wants to test their skills with some experienced backup. People who are interested in learning more about Stream Team or water quality monitoring are also invited to participate on Saturday and/or Sunday. Register for this important and fun event at https://greenwaynetwork.org/participate/dardenne-creek-monitoring-days/

Kinloch Community Cleanup & Revitalization
2025-11-08 08:00 - 13:00 | MO
Clean Up, Build Up Kinloch: a powerful effort to restore pride, beauty, and unity!
November 6th & 8th, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Meet at: Oguinn Boyd Park, 8018 School Way, Kinloch, MO
Parking: Kinloch City Hall, 5825 Martin Luther King Blvd https://kinlochmo.org/
Come out and lend a hand! This is a great opportunity for students to earn community service or volunteer hours while making a real difference. Bring your gloves, safety vests, and tools if you have them — rakes, shovels, weed trimmers, wheel barrows, trash bags, grabbers, or brooms — and let’s work together to clean up and build up Kinloch! Presented by the City of Kinloch, Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis, STL Partnership, and the Regional Business Council, with support from amazing community partners.

Big Muddy Speaker Series Nov 2025
2025-11-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Bike Stop Cafe, 701 S. Riverside Dr, Saint Charles, MO, 63301, United States
A Community Conversation on Data Centers – Presentation by Natalie Johnson, Executive Director, Great Rivers Environmental Law Center, for Missouri River Relief’s Big Muddy Speaker Series, hosted in St Charles by Greenway Network.
7 p.m. presentation (6 p.m. Social Hour)
Bike Stop Cafe, 701 S Riverside Dr, St Charles, MO 63301
Across Missouri, data centers are rapidly expanding – bringing with them big questions about water use, energy demand, and environmental impact. These developments are reshaping our landscape and our policies faster than most communities can keep up.
Join Natalie Johnson, Executive Director of Great Rivers Environmental Law Center, for a conversation about what this growth means for our shared environment, our big rivers, and the people who call it home. While this isn’t a topic we have all the answers to yet, Natalie brings years of experience advocating for communities and the environment, helping translate complex issues into collective action.
This dialogue marks an important step in understanding and responding to one of Missouri’s most pressing emerging challenges—ensuring that innovation and economic development move forward with transparency, accountability, and care for our natural resources.
Natalie Johnson is the Executive Director of Great Rivers Environmental Law Center, Missouri’s only nonprofit public-interest environmental law firm. With more than 20 years of experience advancing environmental protection and community-driven advocacy across Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana, Natalie leads the Center’s work to safeguard the region’s air, water, land, and communities through strategic legal action and deep partnership with the people most impacted by environmental decisions. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education from the University of Missouri–St. Louis, and a Master of Science in Natural Resources and Environmental Science from the University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign.

Annual Meeting 2025
2026-01-06 18:30 - 20:00 | MO
Annual Meeting at Shamrocks Pub & Grill to review 2025 and plan 2026. https://www.shamrocks-pubandgrill.com/
