Lobby for the Rivers Day

WHEN: Wednesday, October 8, 2025 | 9:30 AM–3:00 PM

WHERE: Massachusetts State House, 24 Beacon Street, Boston, MA

Join OARS 3 Rivers and river advocates from across the state for Lobby for the Rivers Day 2025, hosted by the Massachusetts Rivers Alliance. This is our chance to make a strong showing for the Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord rivers, and for healthy rivers everywhere in Massachusetts.

Make banners, bring your passion, energy, and voice, and help us advocate for policies that protect and restore our waterways. The more of us who show up, the stronger our voice will be.

Registration is free, but required, through the Mass Rivers website.

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Event Details

Date: Wednesday October 8
Time: 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Venue: Massachusetts State House
Categories: OARS Events

~30%

of the SuAsCo rivers watershed is wetlands, crucial for wildlife habitat and water quality

~30%

of water samples in the SuAsCo rivers watershed contain PFAS, leading to increased monitoring and remediation by local authorities and environmental groups

~70%

of dams in the SuAsCo watershed are over a century old, requiring extensive upkeep and presenting obstacles to river restoration and fish passage

>40%

of the land within the watershed is publicly accessible, offering recreational opportunities such as hiking, boating, and birdwatching to the community

~15%

of the land in the SuAsCo rivers watershed is covered by impervious surfaces such as roads, rooftops, and parking lots. This contributes to stormwater runoff and water pollution issues

>40%

of the land within the Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord rivers watershed is publicly accessible, providing endless opportunities for paddling, hiking, and wildlife exploration.

Lobby for the Rivers Day

Event Details