Become a Volunteer

Impactful, place-based restoration and conservation projects happen when communities rally together. What are you willing to do to help restore our rivers?
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Be a part of restoring the river that connects us

From hands-on fieldwork to citizen science and community events, volunteers are at the heart of MRWA’s impact.

When you spend a day planting trees, collecting stream data, or cleaning up a riverbank, you’re helping protect the Muskegon River for generations to come.

No special skills are required, just curiosity, care, and a willingness to get your boots a little muddy.

Ways to Get Involved

Support & Attend Events

Join the MRWA team at river cleanups, tree plantings, stream monitoring, and other opportunities.

Share Info & Data

Share your data with us and support a growing, free to use, online repository.

Be a Friend to the Muskegon River

Connect with people and projects in your area of the Muskegon River watershed. Groups are forming in Big Rapids, Newaygo, and Evart. Or start one in your community!