The River Changes Us
Missouri River Relief connects all people to the Missouri River through hands-on experiences that build knowledge, change perspectives, and inspire action.
Get involvedFor too long, we've feared it, forgotten it, misunderstood it. We're changing that story.
Our Mission
Missouri River Relief’s mission is to safely engage individuals and communities along the Missouri River in the exploration, enjoyment, restoration, and care of the river through hands-on river cleanups, education programs, and recreation.
Learn more About UsEXPERIENCE THE RIVER
We safely bring people to the Missouri River through three interconnected approaches.
Stewardship
Roll up your sleeves and join our community cleanups. Together, we've removed over 1,000 tons of trash from the river since 2001. These hands-on experiences turn volunteers into lifelong river advocates.
Education
Get to know the river as your classroom. Our place-based programs get children and adults onto the water, fostering curiosity and building reverence for this powerful force of nature. We don't just teach you about the river—we help you experience it.
Recreation
From family-friendly catfishing lessons to the extreme challenge of the MR340, the world's longest non-stop paddling race, we offer ways to enjoy the river that build meaningful connections to this vital waterway.
Big Muddy Clean Sweep
To celebrate 25 years of connecting people to the Missouri River, we’re spending eight weeks on the water for the Big Muddy Clean Sweep.
Our crew is traveling downstream, cleaning the river and working with communities along the way. Follow the Clean Sweep to see our progress, what we’re finding and how you can get involved.
Keep Up With the Current
The Missouri River is constantly moving, and so are we. Stay current with the latest stories and updates from the river.
view all news & updatesRiver Resources
The Missouri River is our region's natural treasure—our "mountains of the Midwest." Discover the tools and information needed to deepen your connection:
Missouri River Levels and Conditions
The tools you need to understand the river's moods through every mile.
River Cleanup Resources
Prepare yourself for the battle against trash and tires.
Educator Resources
Get to know the Missouri River as your classroom and your teacher.
Recreation Resources
Ready for river fun? Everything you need to paddle, fish, and hike.
Photo Archives
Take a look at these river smiles! Photos from over 20 years of programs.
Missouri River Bookshelf
Dive into our book recommendations for river reading.
Join Our Community
This is work with dirt under the fingernails. This is joy with mud between the toes. This is learning that can't happen in a classroom.
Whether you're looking to volunteer, bring your class to the river, or support our mission, there's a place for you in our community of river advocates.