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South Shore Explorers – Week 5 PM

Looking to get your kids out of the house and into an adventure? The NSRWA is offering a 3 day guided outdoor adventure program for youth ages 10 to 14. Each day will include either fishing, hiking, kayaking, or some combination of the three! Participants will gain outdoor experience, backwoods navigation and survival skills, discover […]

“Fall” in Love with the South River Sunset Kayak Tour

Behind the CVS in Marshfield 1880 Ocean St., Marshfield, MA, United States

Join the NSRWA on a guided paddle of the upper reaches of the majestic South River, a true hidden gem! We will meet at 3:45pm behind the CVS (1880 Ocean St.) in Marshfield. Kayaks and all equipment included! Discover the local flora and fauna of this tranquil place. Participants will also gain knowledge of how […]

“Fall” in Love with the North River Kayak Tour

Hanover Public Launch 2 Indian Head Dr., Hanover

Join the NSRWA on a guided paddle of the upper reaches of the majestic North River! We will meet at 10:45am at the Hanover Public Launch (2 Indian Head Dr.) in Hanover. Kayaks and all equipment included! Discover the local flora and fauna and history if this beautiful place. Participants will also gain knowledge of […]

Fall Foliage North River Scenic Kayak Tour

Hanover Public Launch 2 Indian Head Dr., Hanover

Join the NSRWA on a guided paddle of the upper reaches of the majestic North River! We will meet at 10:45am at the Hanover Public Launch (2 Indian Head Dr.) in Hanover. Kayaks and all equipment included! Discover the local flora and fauna and history if this beautiful place. Participants will also gain knowledge of […]

Autumn Adventures! November 4 and 18

Looking to get your kids outside and into an adventure this fall? The North and South Rivers Watershed Association is now offering outdoor activities to local South Shore area youth ages 10-13 this fall. Programs are run Wednesday Nov. 4 and 18 afternoons from 1:00-4:00pm. Activities include fishing, hiking, outdoor ecology games, geocaching or Kayaking […]

Autumn Adventures! December 2, 9, and 16

Looking to get your kids outside and into an adventure this fall? The North and South Rivers Watershed Association is now offering outdoor activities to local South Shore area youth ages 10-13 this fall. Programs are run Wednesday December 2, 9, and 16 afternoons from 1:00-4:00pm. Activities include fishing, hiking, outdoor ecology games, geocaching or […]

Winter Holiday Adventures!

Looking to get your kids outside and into an adventure this holiday season? The North and South Rivers Watershed Association is now offering outdoor activities to local South Shore area youth ages 10-13. Program runs December 28, 29, and 30 from 1:00-3:30pm. Activities include fishing, hiking, outdoor ecology games, or geocaching. Program package includes three […]

Winter Nature Challenge 2021

This year, in place of our WaterWatch Lecture Series, we are presenting Winter Nature Challenge 2021! Scroll down below the events list to see the recorded presentations! Stay active and engaged with nature this winter! Join the North and South Rivers Watershed Association, South Shore Natural Science Center, and Mass Audubon in our 2021 Winter […]

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Guided Paddle of the upper reaches of the North River. BRING YOUR OWN VESSEL.

REGISTER HERE Join the NSRWA on a guided paddle of the upper reaches of the North River, Sunday May 9. We will meet at 11:45am at the Hanover Canoe Launch. Park and meet at the end of Indianhead Dr. in Hanover. BRING YOUR OWN VESSEL TO THIS PADDLE. Canoes, kayaks, and SUPs welcome. All participants […]

Guided Kayak Paddle of the Upper Reaches of the North River

REGISTER HERE Join the NSRWA on a guided kayak paddle of the upper reaches of the North River, Sunday June 13. We will meet at 3:00m at the Hanover Canoe Launch. Park and meet at the end of Indian Head Dr. in Hanover. Paddlers 13 years of age or younger must be accompanied by an […]

South Shore Explorers – August 4-6

Looking to get your kids out of the house and into an adventure? The NSRWA is offering a 3 day guided outdoor adventure program for youth ages 10 to 13. Each day will include either fishing, hiking, geocaching, or kayaking. Participants will gain outdoor experience, backwoods navigation and survival skills, discover various flora and fauna, […]

2021 Great River Race

 the 31st Annual Great River Race and Help Keep the NSRWA Afloat! Note: Revised Map of the Great River Race This year there will be two ways to race! The virtual race will be held from July 24-August 6, and the live race is scheduled for Saturday, August 7. There will be 2 courses to […]

South Shore Explorers – August 18-20

Looking to get your kids out of the house and into an adventure? The NSRWA is offering a 3 day guided outdoor adventure program for youth ages 10 to 13. Each day will include either fishing, hiking, geocaching, or kayaking. Participants will gain outdoor experience, backwoods navigation and survival skills, discover various flora and fauna, […]

Summer Solstice Kayak Paddle

Summer Solstice Paddle Tuesday, June 21 6:00-8:00pm Join the NSRWA on a guided paddle from Driftway Conservation Park to the Spit on the longest day of the year... The Summer Solstice! We will paddle through the beautiful salt marshes that surround the Herring River and North River,  and stop off at the Spit, a barrier […]

2022 Great River Race

Click here to see the race results. Join Us for the 32nd Annual Great River Race and Help Keep the NSRWA Afloat! Come join us on the North River and experience one of the most beautiful rivers in Massachusetts. This awesome 7.5 mile race starts at Bridge Street Canoe Launch in Norwell and ends at […]

2023 Great River Race

2023 Logo by Lily Callow, a Junior in the Design and Visual Communications Program at South Shore Technical High School. It was a Perfect Day for the 2023 NSRWA Great River Race! It was a beautiful day for the 33rd Annual Great River Race! The weather was definitely in our favor with low temperatures and […]

Indian Head River Day 2024 – Guided Hike and Kayak Paddles

Hanover Public Launch 2 Indian Head Dr., Hanover

Join the Indian Head River Coalition (a partnership between the NSRWA, Wildlands Trust, Towns of Hanover, Pembroke, Hanson, and Plymouth County) as we celebrate this amazing river and its surrounding land. Take part in a guided hike, or kayak paddle, or BOTH! Schedule and registration pages are listed below. Embark on a land or water […]

2024 Great River Race

Info on the 2024 Great River Race Winners List All Results List Come join us on the North River and experience one of the most beautiful rivers in Massachusetts. This awesome 7.5 mile race starts at Bridge Street Canoe Launch in Norwell and ends at Indian Head Road in Hanover. Click here to see race […]

Norwell Conservation Day 2024

Jacobs Pond Conservation Area 81 Jacobs Lane, Norwell, MA, United States

Norwell Conservation Day 2024 at Jacobs Pond! Join Norwell Conservation to learn about the environment, on-going conservation efforts, and the history of Jacobs Pond and The Jacobs Farm. Enjoy expert-led walks or stop by the many exhibition tables from local groups to learn about their work for the environment. History of Jacobs Pond Area with […]

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