Wolf River Conservancy

Hey Memphis! Participate in the Memphis Regional Pedestrian and Bicycle Greenprint Plan survey. Share your walking and biking habits, priorities, and improvement ideas. It only takes 3 minutes to complete!

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5 Reasons to Love the Brindled Madtom (Noturus miurus), a small yet mighty creature that thrives in the quiet waters of the upper Wolf River

Join us for our annual Wolf River Stream Stroll this Saturday, July 13th, for a chance to meet the Brindled Madtom and other river critters. Come wade in the river, play in the water, and use nets to catch small aquatic critters for a closer look in viewing pans. Fun for all ages!

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Read the Full Article "A Greener Future for Memphis" from Memphis Health+Fitness Magazine

A Greener Future for Memphis | Memphis Health and Fitness A Greener Future for Memphis Jul 1, 2024 | Featured, People MEMPHIS FIT  Cherish something, and you’ll protect it, right? That’s precisely what Memphis-based Wolf River Conservancy aims to accomplish through its myriad communal offerings. Recently, the organization began the final stages of a m...

Thank you, Memphis Health+Fitness Magazine ! Great piece featuring our very own Susan Graham!
Learn more about Susan’s role at The Wolf River Conservancy and the organization’s multi-year project that will introduce miles upon miles of interconnected nature trails for Memphians to enjoy and protect as stewards of their ecosystems in the July issue 💙💚

The Wolf River Conservancy’s Chief Development Officer, Susan Graham, was first drawn to work for the organization after learning about their strategic and social approach to conservation. As an accredited land trust, The Wolf River does more than just plant trees and secure land; it also offers plenty of free, educational, and recreational programs for the community to get out and experience the very nature they are trying to protect. 

Learn more about Susan’s role at @ and the organization’s multi-year project that will introduce miles upon miles of interconnected nature trails for Memphians to enjoy and protect as stewards of their ecosystems in our July issue 💙💚

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The funding will allow the Greenway to complete a bridge and underpass in North Memphis.

Wolf River Greenway fully funded thanks to federal grant

The Wolf River Conservancy is pleased to see the historic RAISE grant funding awarded to the City of Memphis and the Wolf River Greenway project. This investment into areas of persistent poverty brings together transportation, recreation, and public safety improvements that will provide quality-of-life benefits for generations to come. We thank Representative Cohen and the Department of Transportation for their continued commitment to improving the lives of Memphians, and we look forward to breaking ground on these new phases of the Wolf River Greenway as soon as possible.

https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-announces-218-million-complete-wolf-river-greenway

City of Memphis
Memphis Parks
Congressman Steve Cohen
U.S. Department of Transportation

Memphis Urban Area MPO needs our help! Take this survey and share how you walk and bike in the Mid-South and what improvements you would like to see!
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Help us make a difference with our Greenway and beyond!

The development of the Memphis Regional Pedestrian and Bicycle Greenprint Plan is underway! Please take the survey and share your thoughts on how you walk and bike in the Mid-South and what improvements you would like to see! https://greshamsmithplanning.mysocialpinpoint.com/greenprintengagement

💧Get ready to make a splash with Project WET’s Water Education Today! This engaging program transforms the way you learn about our most precious resource - water - through exciting, hands-on activities. 🙌

Participants receive a copy of The Project WET 2.0 Curriculum and Activity Guide, with 64 multidisciplinary activities correlated to the Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS); access to the Project WET portal, an online resource where educators can access more materials, and download copy pages and correlations for each activity; a sampling of Project WET activities and a discussion of local water issues during the workshop, in addition to lunch!
This 6-hr. workshop sponsored by Memphis is facilitated by Cathy Justis of the Wolf River Conservancy and is provided cost free to participants. Pre-registration is required for attendance.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1SUJfgFrAmsQEA0iJSu6nB7OnZiO7vdqq2vZnyQcZJqA/viewform?edit_requested=true&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0QPJD1mnTW3RbgL0YbydzxG7wXnLyk1Q0CjhLGRmDZcclnZEbJMLbLAcM_aem_5IzoEpJdhKgOFJWvhqCpRQ

Join us as we welcome BOYCE UPHOLT on TUESDAY, JUNE 25 at 6:00 PM to celebrate the release of THE GREAT RIVER: THE MAKING AND UNMAKING OF THE MISSISSIPPI.

ABOUT THE BOOK:

Over thousands of years, the Mississippi watershed was home to millions of Indigenous people who regarded “the great river” with awe and respect, adorning its banks with astonishing spiritual earthworks. But European settlers and American pioneers had a different vision: the river was a foe to conquer. In this landmark work of natural history, Boyce Upholt tells the epic story of human attempts to own and contain the Mississippi River, from Thomas Jefferson’s expansionist land hunger through today’s era of environmental concern. He reveals how an ambitious and sometimes contentious program of engineering—government-built levees, jetties, dikes, and dams—has not only damaged once-vibrant ecosystems, but may not work much longer, and explores how scientists are scrambling to restore what’s been lost. Rich and powerful, The Great River delivers a startling account of what happens when we try to fight against nature instead of acknowledging and embracing its power.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Boyce Upholt is a journalist and essayist whose writing has appeared in the Atlantic, National Geographic, the Oxford American, and Virginia Quarterly Review, among other publications, and was awarded the 2019 James Beard Award for investigative journalism. He publishes the Substack Southlands and lives in New Orleans.

Thank you to our friends at for teaming up with us for the Orvis Great Give Back Days throughout the incredible month of May! Your partnership has truly made a difference.

We’re grateful to everyone who generously donated $10 or more to support the vital mission of the Wolf River Conservancy. Thanks to your contributions, we are able to continue our efforts to protect and preserve the Wolf River watershed.

We’re thrilled to announce that together, we’ve raised a remarkable $4,775! 🎉

Heartfelt gratitude extends to our friends at Orvis for their unwavering support. Through collaborations like these, we can ensure the vital resource of the Wolf River for generations to come.



       

👟 Discover the Greenway 5K+ is THIS WEEKEND!🌿
Join us for a stunning 3.5-mile run/walk along the Greenway and experience the natural beauty that the Wolf River Conservancy diligently works to protect and preserve.🐺
Your participation this Saturday is a step towards preserving our precious ecosystem for generations! 🌱💚
Let’s make strides together for conservation and community!
https://discoverthegreenway.raceroster.com/

Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Jim Keras Subaru, and to all of our amazing sponsors, including the Crews Family Foundation, Buckman, Ring Containers, Terminix, TVA, and Orvis.

🌿Only ONE WEEK left until the 2024 Discover the Greenway 5K+! 🌿
Join us for a breathtaking 3.5-mile run/walk along the Greenway and immerse yourself in the natural beauty that the Wolf River Conservancy tirelessly works to protect.

Your participation means more than just a great workout; it's a step towards preserving our precious ecosystem for generations to come. 🌱💚

Let's make strides together for conservation and community. Whether you're sprinting or strolling, your support is crucial in safeguarding the scenic wonders we all cherish.

👟 Mark your calendars and lace up your shoes – we're excited to see you there, making a difference

https://discoverthegreenway.raceroster.com/

Discover the Greenway 5K+ is swiftly approaching! This is more than just a run or walk; it's your opportunity to support the conservation of the Wolf River! Register and ensure its beauty for generations to come.
✨Earn amazing prizes while you fundraise:
- Raise $100 and snag the exclusive Run the Wolf training t-shirt 🏅
- Hit $250 and get the Drink a Beer, Save a River prize pack, including a t-shirt, pint glass, and a 6-pack from Grind City Brewery 🍺
- Reach $500 and receive a free ticket to the much-anticipated 2024 Greenway Soiree 🎉
Whether you're racing to the finish line or supporting from the sidelines, every registration makes a difference. Can't join us on the day? No problem! Register as a Greenway Supporter and be part of the effort from wherever you are. 🌎💚 👟
https://discoverthegreenway.raceroster.com/

Our Land Stewardship Associate, Dylan Moreau, wading through the wetlands near the Wolf River on a conservation easement in Mississippi surrounded by Arrow arum Peltandra virginica.
This wetland plant is native across the southeast. It grows best in soils that are wet to submerged, and in full sun to part shade. It has large arrow-shaped leaves that can grow up to four feet tall. It is deciduous in most climates, but evergreen in the south. Yellow spathe flowers mature in the summer and attract pollinators. This plant provides cover for fish, and is a common plant for dragonflies and damselflies to lay eggs.

We are delighted to Celebrate Keith Cole, the former executive director of The Wolf River Conservancy, for being recognized as the Tennessee Wildlife Federation's 2024 Conservationist of the Year!

Since becoming Executive Director of the Wolf River Conservancy in 2011, Keith Cole has demonstrated exceptional leadership. His dedication and vision led the Conservancy to achieve Accredited Land Trust status in 2015 and to safeguard an additional 5,000 acres of land in the Wolf River watershed. As the head of the Environmental Stewardship Committee of the Blue Stream Task Force in Memphis, Keith successfully brought together experts to devise strategies for protecting the region's water supply. Furthermore, his valuable contribution to the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation Commissioner's Council on Greenways and Trails has been instrumental in promoting environmental conservation.

Keith's outstanding leadership at Wolf River Conservancy has had a profound and positive impact on the region's natural resources and the entire Memphis community.

Congratulations, Keith Cole, on this much-deserved recognition!

We are delighted to Celebrate Keith Cole, the former executive director of The Wolf River Conservancy, for being recognized as the Tennessee Wildlife Federation's 2024 Conservationist of the Year!

Since becoming Executive Director of the Wolf River Conservancy in 2011, Keith Cole has demonstrated exceptional leadership. His dedication and vision led the Conservancy to achieve Accredited Land Trust status in 2015 and to safeguard an additional 5,000 acres of land in the Wolf River watershed. As the head of the Environmental Stewardship Committee of the Blue Stream Task Force in Memphis, Keith successfully brought together experts to devise strategies for protecting the region's water supply. Furthermore, his valuable contribution to the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation Commissioner's Council on Greenways and Trails has been instrumental in promoting environmental conservation.

Keith's outstanding leadership at Wolf River Conservancy has had a profound and positive impact on the region's natural resources and the entire Memphis community.

Congratulations, Keith Cole, on this much-deserved recognition!

We want to give a huge shout-out to all the amazing folks who joined us for our unforgettable Mother's Day paddle last Sunday! We paddled along a picturesque three-and-a-half-mile stretch of the Wolf River, flanked by the Shelby Farms trails and the Wolf River Greenway Trail.

Ann, one of the winners of a free paddle drawing during our Last Drink a Beer Save a River, shared her heartwarming experience, paddling with her mom!

"My mom and I had a great time on the Mother's Day Paddle with the Wolf River Conservancy. Everyone was so nice and helpful. With probably a handful of paddling experience between the two of us, this was a perfect section for beginners. It is so amazing to have the Wolf River in the middle of the city, and I encourage everyone to try out a paddle with this group!"

The joy from our Mother's Day paddle truly warmed our hearts, and we can't wait for more incredible adventures with all of you!

Only a few spots left for tomorrow’s Paddle the Greenway at Epping Way Lake! Reserve yours now! wolfriver.org/events/paddle-the-greenway-may-4

Join us for an exciting opportunity to discover the joys of paddling a kayak or canoe with the Wolf River Conservancy!

Led by the American Canoe Association Tennessee State Director, Ande Demetriou, also owner of Blues City Kayaks, you'll receive hands-on guidance on the basics of safely controlling your vessel on our picturesque 20-acre lake, situated along mile nine of the Wolf River Greenway trail.

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🌳NEXT WEEKEND!
Wolf River Restoration Series, MLK Day of Service!🌱
Join us next weekend, on Saturday, January 13, 2024, as we mark the Martin Luther King holiday by working together to enhance a portion of the Raleigh neighborhood along the Wolf River Greenway. Be a part of the positive impact on our Memphis community by clearing litter and debris, removing non-native invasive plant species, and doing other on-site projects.

Check-in begins at 9:30 am, and service projects will run from 10 am to 12 pm. Register on our website to join us for a rewarding day of service!

https://serve.volunteerodyssey.com/event/417364-MLK-Day-of-Service

Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Brother International Corporation, for making our Wolf River Restoration Series possible.

Beautiful day for a walk along the Wolf River Greenway…

Happy New Year, Memphis. 🍂 Let’s get outside.

Wow, what a journey 2023 has been! And it's all thanks to your support! Your contributions have helped us achieve incredible feats in local conservation, education, recreation, and community building.

With your continued support, we can keep progressing on this incredible journey. Please help us in delivering on our mission by visiting wolfriver.org/give.