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Hoosic River Watershed Association
Protecting the Hoosic River Watershed
Dedicated to the restoration, conservation, and enjoyment of the Hoosic River across Massachusetts, Vermont, and New York.
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Learn MoreThe River
Meet the Hoosic — its history, ecology, and waters.
Meet the HoosicCurrent Water Level
Hoosic River near Williamstown, MA — USGS gauge.
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Safe paddling range: 200–700 cfs · Use your judgment before heading out.
Upcoming Events
Programs, walks, cleanups, and gatherings happening across the watershed.
August 18, 2026
Foraging Walk at The Clark
Gain greater food security by learning wild and feral edible and medicinal plants and fungi. Using The Clark…
August 20, 2026
Meet the Walloomsac River Critters
In this catch and release program, open to all scientists from very young to very old, we will…
August 27, 2026
The Nature of the Confluence
Getting to the point is the point of this evening stroll on Thursday, August 27 from 5-6pm. Meeting…
September 1, 2026
River Magic & Fairy Houses Along the Shore
Fairies appreciate human kindness. Come build them fairy houses along the shore of the Green River from natural…
September 15, 2026
Foraging Walk at The Clark
Gain greater food security by learning wild and feral edible and medicinal plants and fungi. Using The Clark…
October 20, 2026
Foraging Walk at The Clark
Gain greater food security by learning wild and feral edible and medicinal plants and fungi. Using The Clark…
Latest News
Recent stories, updates, and watershed news from HooRWA.
Aug 13, 2026
A decade of green growth at Williamstown swale planting site
Residents on the lower end of Luce Road in Williamstown complained of being inundated regularly. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation responded in 2016…
Aug 11, 2026
River Quality at the Billy Evan’s bridge in North Adams
You may be wondering why the Billy Evan’s (replacement) bridge – located on Rt.2 in North Adams MA, has had a delayed…
Aug 1, 2026
Fish Consumption Cautions in the Hoosic River
Fishing in the HoosicThe Hoosic River attracts many anglers who fish for sport along the river’s 70+ miles. The scenery, easy access,…
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Your membership and donations support water quality monitoring, education, restoration, and river access work across the watershed.