Upper Clackamas Cleanup
Join us for the first ever cleanup in the Wild and Scenic Upper Clackamas River! Taking place on National Public Lands Day, we are calling on volunteers like YOU to help us clean up dispersed camp sites and other areas along the Clackamas River.
When: September 28, 2024 from 9 am – 12 pm (after event picnic from 12 pm – 2 pm)
Where: This cleanup is on-land only. We have a couple dozen dispersed camp sites to clean! We will organize volunteers in advance into pods and each pod will have two to four sites to visit. We will convene in the morning at the Ripplebrook Camp Store, have coffee and pass out supplies, then head to our selected sections. **Please note: the Ripplebrook Cmap Store says permenantly closed on Apple and Google Maps – it is NOT. You can take 224 all the way there, 224 is not closed at any point.
Why: Trash on the river threatens not only the river’s scenic beauty, but it also harms fish and wildlife and impairs drinking water quality. This is the first coordinated volunteer effort to clean the upper Clackamas River.
This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a day along the Clackamas River while also joining your community in removing litter and debris that accumulate over the busy summer season.
Information about the 2024 Upper Clackamas Cleanup:
- Advanced Registration: Is required. Please sign up register (using the form above) ahead of time to guarantee your spot.
- Meeting Location: Ripplebrook Camp Store: Ripplebrook Store, 59204 OR-224, Estacada, OR 97023
- What to Bring: Please wear closed-toed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, and bring a backpack for hands-free convenience. Feel free to bring a reusable water bottle to support our sustainability efforts.
- What’s Provided: Trash grabbers, trash bags, gloves, and picnic after the cleanup
- Restrooms: Bathrooms are available, we are researching bathroom locations for volunteer convenience
- Parking: Each site is different, you must arrange your own shuttle
- Transit: Not available nearby
- Accessibility: This area may not be easily accessible for folks with mobility concerns.
- Translation Services: There will not be a Spanish speaker present at this event.
- Participant Age Guidelines: Recommended for Ages 13 and up with an adult.
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