Floating Wetland

Taking a Winter Hiatus!

The Charles River Floating Wetland has officially moved to its winter spot at MIT's Sailing Pavilion! It will migrate downriver of the Longfellow Bridge in the spring. In the meantime, follow our social media for your weekly floating wetland content!

Advocacy

Parking Signs Installed at Herter Park Lot

The CRC, along with many community members, has observed and voiced concern about the high demand for parking spaces in Herter Park, discouraging people from visiting. In response to this feedback, DCR installed 3-hour parking signs at the Herter Park/Artesani parking lot. The signs will hopefully help to ensure that more people have access to the amenities of Herter Park!

Photo by Mike Mejia

Parkways Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment

DCR hosted a municipal and nonprofit stakeholders meeting to share DCR parkways' vulnerability to flooding from increased precipitation, storm surge, and sea level rise that highlighted 2030 and 2070 flood exposure models. We want to thank DCR for convening with stakeholders to share considerations related to their local parkways! We looks forward to updates to the DCR Parkways Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment and future planning efforts.

Photo by DCR

CRC Volunteers

November Recap

That's a wrap on our volunteer season! Thank you to the groups that came out to Cambridge for our last volunteer month of the year!

• EY raked leaves and removed litter at Magazine Beach.
• MIT Open Learning worked along Memorial Drive removing litter.
• Matchpoint Therapeutics worked at Magazine Beach, removing litter and raking leaves.

Volunteer Victories: Making 2023 Count!

Our volunteers accomplished a lot along the Charles this year! Thank you for another wonderful season and helping to make a difference. Contact Sasha at svallieres@thecharles.org to learn how you can join us for a volunteer day in 2024!

Supporter Spotlight

You, Our River and Park Enthusiasts!

We want to take a moment to shower you with appreciation for being the MVPs of the Charles River! Whether you're reading our monthly e-news to stay informed, spending time at the parks nurturing green spaces, or finding ways to connect with the CRC to increase your impact, you are what makes this community so special. A big THANK YOU for the countless ways you engage with us! Your love for the Charles River and its parks truly brings joy to our days.

TikTok Action

The Floating Wetland is officially in hibernation for the season. Enjoy this recap of its season! Follow us on social media and our TikTok to see more from us!