13 Jan 2026

Living Lands and Waters Docks New Floating Classroom at Beacon Harbor

By Rachel Loomis

EAST MOLINE, ILLINOIS (January 13, 2026) — Living Lands and Waters (LL&W) is thrilled to announce the arrival of its new floating classroom barge, the Mississippi River Institute (MRI), at Beacon Harbor for the second time. From January 29 through late June, this innovative educational space will host a variety of free workshops and events designed to engage young adults and the local community, connecting them to economic opportunities on the Mississippi River.

29 Dec 2025

River Action Invites Families to Explore Hands-On River Learning at Bald Eagle Days 2026

By Ashley Hamerlinck

DAVENPORT, IOWA (December 29, 2025) — River Action invites families, educators, and young naturalists to stop by its interactive booth during Bald Eagle Days 2026, taking place Friday, January 9, through Sunday, January 11. The River Action booth will feature engaging, hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity about conservation, water stewardship, and the natural world.

23 Dec 2025

$315,000 Granted to Support a Vision for the Mississippi River in the Quad Cities

By Megan Wright

BETTENDORF, IOWA (December 23, 2025) — The Quad Cities Community Foundation has announced $315,000 in QC River Connections Grants awarded to twelve local organizations whose work strengthens the relationship between people, place, and the Mississippi River.

15 Dec 2025

Get Your 2026 Floatzilla Registration for JUST $20

By Ashley Hamerlinck

DAVENPORT, IOWA (December 15, 2025) — It's not too late to give the gift of adventure! River Action's Floatzilla Christmas Stocking Stuffer Special runs through December 31, 2025.

Don't miss your chance to save $30 off of your 2026 Floatzilla registrations!

Visit FLOATZILLAQC.org for details and to register!

09 Dec 2025

Food and Water Watch Unveils Iowa Blueprint for Clean Water

By Phoebe Trotter

DES MOINES, IOWA (December 9, 2025) — Today, Food and Water Watch unveiled an 

03 Dec 2025

Wapsi River Environmental Education Center/Crafting for Conservation: Holiday Edition

By Rebecca Baugh

DIXON, IOWA (December 3, 2025) — On Saturday, December 13, 9:30AM, there will be a Crafting for Conservation: Holiday Edition program held at the Wapsi River Environmental Education Center in Dixon, Iowa.

Come join Naturalists to get ready for the holiday season!

01 Dec 2025

River Action Opens Nominations for the 2026 Eddy Awards: Honoring Those Who Go Against the Current for the Mississippi River

By Kathy Wine

DAVENPORT, IOWA (December 1, 2025) — River Action is now accepting nominations for the 26th Annual Eddy Awards, celebrating outstanding contributions to the health, vitality, and future of the Mississippi River and its riverfront. Nominations are open through January 25, 2026.

18 Nov 2025

Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Reminds Deer Hunters to Visit Check Stations in Chronic Wasting Disease Surveillance Counties

By Merit Pages

SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS (November 18, 2025) — The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) reminds firearm deer hunters that mandatory check stations will be open this year in counties where chronic wasting disease (CWD) has been detected.

The 2025 Illinois firearm deer season dates are November 21-23 and December 4-7.

17 Nov 2025

QC Environmental Film Series Returns with Ocean-Themed Films and ENVIRO Connect

By Ashley Hamerlinck

DAVENPORT, IOWA (November 17, 2025) — River Action is thrilled to announce the 2026 QC Environmental Film Series (QCEFS), returning with an inspiring ocean-themed line-up designed to connect the Quad Cities community with the wonders of our planet’s waters. This season, attendees will experience compelling films, ENVIRO Connect networking opportunities, and reflection speakers to deepen engagement and spark meaningful action.

What to expect this season

17 Nov 2025

Water Quality Researchers to Hold Panel, Discussion on Water Crisis; Event Comes Amidst Mounting Calls for Legislative Action on Industrial Agriculture’s Clean Water Crisis

By Phoebe Trotter

DAVENPORT, IOWA (November 17, 2025) — On Wednesday, November 18, 6-7:30PM, at the Rogalski Center, Food and Water Watch, St Ambrose Sustainability Committee, and Progressive Action for the Common Good will host a panel discussion in Davenport (518 W Locust St) with the University of Iowa researchers behind the recent Central Iowa Water Quality Report.

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