Join us on Saturday, September 17, 2022, from 8:30 am to 11:30 am for the
5th annual Delaware River Cleanup
Help to keep our river clean and pristine
Delaware River Greenway Partnership has joined forces with NJ Clean Communities programs in Hunterdon and Mercer County and the NJ Park Service to help tackle the litter along the shore of our Wild and Scenic Delaware River. We hope you can join us in our efforts. This year’s cleanup includes fifteen areas along the river ranging from Holland Township in Hunterdon County all the way to Duck Island at the Abbott Marshlands in Hamilton! In addition to shoreline cleanups, there will be one boat-based cleanup as well at the Giving Pond in Bucks County.
Last year, we had over 250 participants that collected over 100 bags of trash and dozens of tires!
JR Fisher, President of the Delaware River Greenway Partnership a partner organization of this event said, “The increase in river users seen during the pandemic demonstrates the value of our natural resources for recreation. This immeasurable value requires all of us to be committed to the stewardship required to maintain the quality of these resources. This cleanup is especially important for all the municipalities along and near the Delaware River Scenic Byway (Route 29). We hope local residents will donate a few hours of their time to help restore and steward the Delaware River.”
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
https://bit.ly/delawarecleanup22
To register, click on one of the cleanup registration locations on our site. Additional information about each site will be provided along with the required waiver form. Children are welcome and encouraged to help!
Registered volunteers should bring insect repellent and water. Comfortable clothing, long pants, and closed-toe shoes are mandatory. Participants will be provided with trash bags and gloves.
If you see someone dumping or involved in illegal activities at any State Park, call the NJDEP at 1-877-927-6337 (1-877-WARN DEP).
About DRGP
The Delaware River Greenway Partnership (DRGP) periodically sponsors lectures about different aspects of the cultural, recreational, and natural heritage of the Delaware River. An environmental nonprofit, DRGP supports the Delaware River Scenic Byway, the Lower Delaware Wild & Scenic River, the Delaware River Water Trail, and the Delaware River Heritage Trail.
