Genesee RiverWatch
Genesee RiverWatch and Erie Canal Boat Company are partnering to offer guided river paddles over two weekends in late May.
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Summer Paddles on the Genesee
Join Genesee RiverWatch and the Genesee Waterways Center for a summer of paddling on the Genesee River.
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2021 Genesee River Basin “Virtual” Summit – Recordings Available
The video recordings of the 2021 Genesee River Basin “Virtual” Summit are now available
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Seeking Nominations for Environmental Leadership Awards
Genesee RiverWatch is seeking nominations of individuals, organizations, projects, or events for its Elizabeth Thorndike Environmental Leadership Awards.
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Events On and Around the River in 2021
From hiking to paddling, there is a lot happening along the whole length of the Genesee River.
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Hiking along the Genesee: Letchworth State Park – East Side
This is one of the hiking ideas that Genesee RiverWatch has compiled along and around the Genesee River.
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Genesee River Blueway Map
A new Genesee River Blueway Map is ready for use by canoeists and kayakers who wish to explore and connect with the river.
Who We Are
Genesee RiverWatch works to improve the water quality of the Genesee River and its tributaries to create environmental, recreational, and economic assets for its communities. We also connect people to the river, encouraging them to explore, experience and celebrate the river.
Report Card
Genesee RiverWatch has released the first-ever “Report Card” grading the water quality and usability of the Genesee River and its major tributaries. The overall grade for the Genesee River Basin is a “C”.
Get Involved
Genesee RiverWatch achieves its mission through the efforts of its working Board of Directors, dedicated volunteers and generous supporters. Investing in Genesee RiverWatch through donations or volunteer work can make a huge difference
Recent News
Educators Meet to Discuss Student Field Studies in a Remote Education Environment
The Aquatic Education Network gathered educators virtually on December 10, 2020 to discuss strategies to provide students who are learning remotely with field study experiences. Field studies are an important element of watershed education. This year, teachers are faced with…
Edelweiss Farms Streambank Restoration Project Final Report Available
The final report for the Edelweiss Farms Streambank Restoration Project on the Upper Genesee River is available. The project stabilized 1,980 linear feet of un-buffered agricultural field (Edelweiss Farms) along the west bank of the Genesee River in the Town…
Genesee River Blueway Map
A new Genesee River Blueway Map is ready for use by canoeists and kayakers who wish to explore and connect with the river.
2019 Annual Report Released
Genesee RiverWatch has released its 2019 Annual Report, covering our work over the past year and our plans for 2020.
Hiking the Genesee and Surrounding Areas While Social Distancing
Hiking the Genesee and Surrounding Areas While Social Distancing