Community Press Release

The Neponset River Watershed Association (NepRWA) invites the public to celebrate the Neponset River at Neponset Day, on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 9 AM – 1 PM at DCR Neponset II Park, located at the corner of Granite Avenue and Hill Top Street in Dorchester. (Rain Date: Sunday, August 24.)

This free outdoor event features nature, science, and hands-on activities for all ages.

“The Neponset River has come a long way, and Neponset Day is a chance to appreciate this special place and the green spaces along the River that connect our communities,” said Andres Ripley, NepRWA Greenways Director.

Event highlights:

•         Free canoeing and kayaking (boats provided)

•         Music and food trucks

•         Environmental and science exhibits

•         Kids’ games, and nature-based activities

Guests are encouraged to bring a blanket and a picnic to relax and enjoy the riverside park.

For full event details, including parking and public transportation directions, visit www.neponset.org/neponsetday

Thank you to our sponsors: ENE Systems, Paddle Boston, and Synergy/Neponset Landing.

The Neponset River Watershed Association is a grassroots, member-supported conservation group working since 1967 to clean up and protect the Neponset River, its tributaries, and surrounding watershed lands. To learn more, visit neponset.org