HooRWA is a citizens’ group that looks after the river. We are dedicated to the habitat restoration, conservation and enjoyment of the Hoosic River and its watershed, through education, research and advocacy. We envision a watershed that is ecologically sound and adds to the quality of life of its residents.
Now one event on Saturday, July 24!!
Green River Cleanup Walk
Due to high river water flow and general murkiness in the water, the South Williamstown Community Association and the Hoosic River Watershed Association have decided to postpone indefinitely the cleanup walk along the Green River scheduled for July 24.
Thanks you for interest in this event.
Thoreau Hike on Bellows Pipe Trail Mt. Greylock Reservation is still on!
Saturday, July 24th, 9:30 a.m.
Join us for a one-way 5.5-mile, or round-trip 11-mile hike along the historic 1844 route of American naturalist and writer Henry David Thoreau’s ascent to the summit of Mount Greylock. This hike with local naturalist Lauren Stevens features selected readings and visits to actual sites from Henry’s account; A prelude to Thoreau’s experience at Walden Pond.
FREE. Recommended for ages teen to adult.
Pre-registration is requested for this hike:
https://hoorwa.org/event/thoreau-commemorative-hike-on-mount-greylock/
Program begins at the Notch Road Gate parking lot, near intersections of Reservoir and Notch Roads, off Route 2 in North Adams. For more information or directions call: (413) 499-4262.
Co-sponsored by HooRWA and the MA Department of Conservation and Recreation.
HooRWA is seeking an Executive Director
This position is appropriate for someone with previous relevant professional post-college experience, with a pay range of $28 to $30 per hour, depending on experience. The time commitment is 20 +/- hours per week, flexible days, flexible daily hours, 52 weeks per year. The HooRWA office is located at: 906 Main Street, Williamstown, MA.
For a complete job description, click here: edjobdescription 2021
To see an online of the Spring 2020 Newsletter, follow this link: Spring Newsletter 2021 final
A report on stream temperatures can be viewed here:Stream temperature report – Schlesinger