When?
Urban Rivers hosts events, volunteer opportunities, and tours of the Wild Mile year-round, with the mission of helping Chicago’s diverse communities connect with their local waterway.
Events
Workshops, Wild Mile Walking Tours, kayaking, and more! All Urban Rivers events are free and open to the public.
Click here to see what we have scheduled.
Volunteering
From invasive species removal to trash cleanup via kayak, we need your help to make the river better, and keep the Wild Mile looking great!
Click here to learn more about our volunteer opportunities.
Host a Program
The Wild Mile is a space developed by and for the community - it’s a constant collaboration. If you’re interested in bringing your community down to the river by hosting an event or program on the Wild Mile, click here to send us an email!