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Local Groups Promote Equitable Water Access and Recreation

An ever-growing variety of groups and activities enjoy Milwaukee's waters.

By Michael Timm - Aug 21st, 2024 12:07 pm

An ever-growing variety of groups and activities enjoy Milwaukee's waters. Back to the full article.

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All Hands Boatworks interns and adult mentors hold oars beside the rowboat they built together, the Green Heron, prior to launch at the vessel's christening at the Milwaukee Community Sailing Center on May 22, 2024.

All Hands Boatworks interns row the dory Green Heron on May 22, 2024.

Models wearing Native Nations designs of Sabrina Lombardo walk the runway during Indigenous Elegance at Harbor View Plaza on June 14, 2024. Sponsored by a grant by Joy Engine and organized by the nonprofit Harbor District, Inc., it was the first ever fashion runway event by the water anywhere in Milwaukee.

Bill Nimke, executive director of All Hands Boatworks, presides at the christening of the Green Heron, the 150th vessel made by the nonprofit and its interns, on May 22, 2024.

Evaija Hubbart, 14, got more comfortable with the water through her experience in All Hands Boatworks' On the Water internship in 2024.

Angela Vickio of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources leads a tour at Havenwoods State Forest on June 15, 2024. Havenwoods is scheduled for habitat restoration work for its woodlands, prairies, and wetlands as part of larger efforts to improve the Milwaukee Estuary Area of Concern.

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