Each year, San Diego River Park Foundation volunteers remove more than 200,000 pounds of trash from their namesake waterway. Without our community, this trash would be left to pollute native animal habitats, parks and public spaces, leach contaminants into the water, and wash out into our ocean and beaches!
The San Diego River Park Foundation mobilizes to coordinate volunteers to remove trash throughout the Riverbed. On one Saturday every month throughout the year, volunteers gather to help create a healthier, cleaner, and safer San Diego River Park system. Not only is this a great way to give back to the community and improve the health of the River, this is a great opportunity to meet like minded people. Team captains will guide you during these 3-hour volunteer projects.
Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes
Attire: Closed-toe shoes and long pants are required. The shoes must be sturdy: no Toms, sandals or flats. Please wear clothes that can get dirty. This opportunity takes place outdoors with little or no shade so volunteers should wear sun protection such as sunscreen and a hat.
Bring: Water, and snacks are recommended. Pickers, trash bags, gloves, and all supplies will be provided.
Physical Requirements: Being able to bend over, pick up trash items (either small or large depending on capability), walk long distances, and be on your feet for 3 hours. Unfortunately, due to the nature of this event, some accommodations are not able to be made. However, those that can only lift small amounts are welcome to pick up smaller pieces of trash, and if a volunteer needs to take a break, they are always welcome to do so. Unfortunately the space where this project takes place is not wheelchair accessible.
Waiver: A signed SDRPF Volunteer Waiver is required for this volunteer opportunity. Adult waivers and under 18 waivers will be provided on-site.
Weather: This event may be canceled in the event of heavy rain - if this occurs an email will be sent to all volunteers letting them know.
Note: There will not be a restroom available at this project space. If you have any questions, please email the SDRPF team at volunteer@sandiegoriver.org!
About The San Diego River Park Foundation
The mission of the San Diego River Park Foundation is to improve the health of the San Diego River and to create a better quality of life for our community through the creation of a park system the length of the 52-mile river. Its programs, projects, and events are designed to connect people to the historic San Diego River, and empower the community to steward and celebrate it. They are dedicated to making the project a truly treasured regional asset that is valued by all members of the community. They welcome and encourage everyone who is interested to join them in this effort.
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
4891 Pacific Highway #114, #114, San Diego, CA 92110, US
The San Diego River Park Foundation is dedicated to fostering stewardship and appreciation of the region’s namesake waterway. In order to protect and enhance the San Diego River as a place for recreation, habitat, and nature discovery, we are dedicated to engaging people to be stewards of the River and working towards the vision of a 52 mile, river-long system of parks, open spaces, and community places.
We organize many different volunteer stewardship activities each month. River Cleanups, native plant gardening, habitat restoration, volunteer leadership, water quality testing, outreach and education, special event committees, technical committees and more.
Santee, CA 92071
August 31, 2024
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