After more than a century, rapids will soon return to Grand Rapids

A nearly 20-year local mission has sought to restore a rapid-running Grand River through downtown — the rushing waters that ...
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Hello, Grand Rapids: After long wait, restoration of rapids in Grand River has start date

GRAND RAPIDS, MI - I have always appreciated the beauty and peacefulness of the Grand River and all it has to offer to our community and others. More than a decade ago, we reacquainted readers with ...
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Grand River restoration downtown moves forward with $11M grant

The Grand River Revitalization project is receiving more than $11 million from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to start restoration work.

Annual whitewater release to create rapids in Bucks County this month

The spring 2026 water release from Nockamixon State Park dam happens March 21-22, drawing whitewater enthusiasts from across the Northeast to Ralph Stover State Park near Pipersville.

Rafting companies prep for West Virginia’s white water season to begin

West Virginia is well-known for its outdoor recreation, and the white-water rafting season is just about to begin. Rafting ...
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Grand Rapids developing public art plan for Grand River Greenway: Here’s what to know

GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Parks and trails along the Grand River in Grand Rapids could one day be turned into a cultural destination with sculptures, murals and interactive public art under a plan being ...