It's our duty to protect and preserve the river.
Improve Water Quality
Improving the water quality of and reducing pollution in our hometown river starts with you. Read More.
There is always work to be done.
The mission of Friends of the Reedy River is to protect and restore the Reedy River through conservation efforts.
COMMUNITY NEWS
Minor League Baseball Helps Keep Greenville Green
On September 26, 2017 volunteers from all over the country worked on a restoration project at Richland Creek, planting over 750 native grasses and sedges. Read Full Story
Man’s action helped revive neglected, polluted lake
Dave Hargett has worked for years to restore and stabilize the area around Lake Conestee, a long-neglected reservoir with a legacy of industrial pollution. On Wednesday, he was honored for what many consider an extraordinary effort to revive a forlorn, once-lifeless patch of the Upstate. The Conservation Voters of South Carolina gave Hargett a Green Tie award, recognizing him for a lifetime of conservation achievements. Read Full Story
Duke Energy Fall Reedy Riversweep a huge success!
On Saturday, September 16, 2017 over 100 volunteers cleaned tires, trash, and debris from nearly 9 miles of the Reedy River. FoRR partnered with Duke Energy, Confluence Outdoor, City of Greenville, Greenville County, Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery, and Caine Halter YMCA for this fantastic event! Read Full Story