Mussel Strength. The Riverway is home to 41 species of freshwater mussels - one of the greatest assemblages of these fascinating and sensitive aquatic organisms in the United States. Mussels are protected because they are endangered species. Do not remove them from the river.

Waste Removal. Always take out what you bring in, and please pick up any litter you encounter. Cleaning rivers is crucial for several reasons, primarily to safeguard public health and protect biodiversity. It helps prevent waterborne illnesses, supports thriving ecosystems, and reduces the impact of pollutants on aquatic life as well as the quality of downstream water. We value this initiative so much that we offer a 10% discount on a future trip to anyone who brings us a full bag of litter at the end of their outing.

A misunderstood fish? If you see this beautiful fish, characterized by a very passionate angler as “big” and “charismatic” it’s actually a River Redhorse, threatened in Wisconsin. This cute-faced rough fish with stunning red fins is a water quality aficionado with an appetite for crayfish and mussels.

What about sunscreen? The best option is to skip the mess and cover up instead. Instead of slathering on the sunscreen, choose UV-blocking clothing, hats, and sunglasses. If you absolutely must use sunscreen, look for products that only contain Zinc Oxide & Titanium Dioxide and avoid products that contain Oxybenzone, Octocrylene, Avobenzone, Benzophenone-1, Benzophenone-8, OD-PABA, 4-Methylbenzylindene camphor, 3-Benzylidene camphor, Homosalate, Octinoxate, Octisalate, and Nanoparticles.