We Are the Voice For the River
St. Johns RIVERKEEPER boldly stands up and speaks out for our St. Johns River. Learn more about our priorities and some of the issues we are currently working on.
The vision of St. Johns Riverkeeper is to ensure a clean and healthy river for current and future generations.
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St. Johns RIVERKEEPER Announces Leadership Transition
Statement from Jimmy Orth, Executive Director, and our Board of Directors Lisa Rinaman, St. Johns Riverkeeper since 2012, has announced her candidacy for Jacksonville City Council District 7. Because the Riverkeeper role requires a full-time commitment to protecting...
Endangered Species Act: Definition of Harm
On July 15, 2026, the U.S. Departments of the Interior and Commerce announced that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) and National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) published a final rule rescinding the agencies’ longstanding regulatory definitions of “harm” under...
Sewage Sludge Setback: Governor Vetoes Biosolids Bill
Yesterday, June 30, Governor DeSantis vetoed the bipartisan Biosolids Management Bill, which passed the Florida House and Senate unanimously. This bill would have ensured that increased production of Class AA Biosolids does not result in increased nutrient pollution...
Everyone Welcome: Our education programs are designed to connect students, educators, and families with our mighty River.





