River & Water Cleanups
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Riverkeeper Protecting the Hudson River and drinking water
- Riverkeeper Sweep: Annual day of service (typically early May) with 80+ cleanup sites from NYC to Albany
- Sweep+ Events: Year-round cleanup and restoration events throughout Hudson watershed
- Activities: Trash collection, native species planting, shoreline restoration
- Organize Your Own Cleanup: Staff can help you organize a cleanup or habitat restoration project
- Impact: Thousands of volunteers have removed tons of debris since 2012
Contact
- Website: https://www.riverkeeper.org/get-involved/volunteer
- Sweep Campaign: https://www.riverkeeper.org/campaigns/river-ecology/campaign-for-a-trash-free-hudson/
- Sign up through volunteer form on website
Service Area: Hudson River watershed from NYC to Albany, all tributaries
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Groundwork Hudson Valley Community-based environmental justice organization
- Saw Mill River Cleanups: Regular community cleanups along the Saw Mill River
- Floodplain Restoration: Seven active restoration sites, removing vegetation, planting native species
- Tree Planting: Major tree planting events (planted 400 trees at Obama School, Yonkers)
- Green Stormwater Infrastructure: Community engagement and demonstration projects
Contact:
- Website: https://www.groundworkhv.org
- Email: Contact through website for cleanup schedules
Service Area: Yonkers, Saw Mill River Watershed, Westchester County
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Hudson River Sloop Clearwater Environmental education and advocacy since 1969
- Sailing Classroom: Support education programs aboard the historic sloop
- River Cleanups: Participate in cleanup events
- Community Events: Help at festivals and educational programs
Contact:
- Website: https://www.clearwater.org
- Historic vessel sails from NYC to Albany
Service Area: Entire Hudson River