"The life history of humanity has proved nothing more clearly than that crowded populations, if they would live in health and happiness, must have space for air, for light, for exercise, for rest, and for the enjoyment of that peaceful beauty of nature . . ."    (Charles Eliot)

Get Involved

Creating an active group of Charles River Conservancy supporters is key to achieving our goal of revitalizing the parklands along the Charles River Basin.

One way to get involved is to submit a river portrait, describing a particularly memorable experience of time spent along the Charles River. Another way is to become a Conservancy sponsor by making a tax-deductible contribution. You can also test your water quality IQ with our quiz. Other ways include volunteering your time to participate in Conservancy projects, becoming a Parklands Ambassador, and serving on any of the following Conservancy committees:

• Active Parklands
• Fund-raising and Special Events
• Outreach and Coalition Building
• Planning and Design
• Stewardship
• Swimmable Charles

The following committees are currently in formation:

• Public Relations and Lobbying

Other opportunities to participate include:

• Youth and Cultural Programming

For information about any of these committees or programs, please contact our office staff.

We'd also like to hear about your vision for the Charles River Basin. What direction would you like the restoration to take? Which projects are most important to you? How would you use the Basin's facilities?

Whatever your interests, your talents and enthusiasm for using them for a good cause will be welcomed and appreciated. Just click on any of the pages and links that appeal to you, read more about the opportunities they present, and contact us.