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2025 Mighty Mississippi Cleanup Challenge - Dakota County
ORGANIZATION: Dakota County
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General Description
A little competition never hurts. Join us as we aim to win local bragging rights as the largest, most impactful event on the river (though everyone wins in the end so it's all good). Come and h elp maintain one of our most beautiful MN treasures.
This year, we will be cleaning up the shoreline, greenway and other areas near Lock and Dam #2 and Jaycee Park in Hastings. All supplies will be provided by county staff. Stay afterwards for a treat and a view of the river.
The Mississippi River is an impressive and historic waterway in Minnesota that runs for 2,340 miles to the Gulf of Mexico. The river is an important waterway through our county that unfortunately picks up a lot of trash along the way. Pollution not only hurts the environment but can be also be detrimental to the local economy and health of both humans and animals. What we do here in Minnesota directly impacts the remaining 1,700 miles of river.
For more information about the challenge, check out the website at https://goodhuecountymn.gov/1485/Mighty-Mississippi-Cleanup or check out this fun video about why we are choosing this challenge - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eHGmWo3wZ3Q.
Location
Jaycee Park
420 Lock & Dam Road
Hastings, MN 55033
( Map and driving directions)
Date/Time
Date: Thursday, May 1
Time: 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Help pick up garbage and other debris from the riverfront, roadside, parking areas, and trail system.
- Weather permitting - spring in MN is always a toss up!
- More details will go out as we get closer to the actual event date.
Minimum Qualifications
- Open to all ages, corporate groups, families, etc.
- Supplies and training will be provided.
- If you would like to volunteer as a group (families not included), please contact our Volunteer Coordinator before registering.
Minimum Time Commitment
1.5 hours
Activity Level
Medium - May involve varying amounts of activity (long walks, rough terrain, and moderate physical exertion. May not be recommended for volunteers with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes recommended.
Contact Information
Garrett Zaffke | Community Relations and Volunteer Services Coordinator
Dakota County Communications
1590 Highway 55| Hastings, MN 55033
Direct: (651) 438-4635 | Fax: (651) 438-4405 | Email: garrett.zaffke@co.dakota.mn.us
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Location:
1590 Highway 55, Hastings, MN 55033, US
Mission Statement
Building stronger communities through empowered volunteers.
Description
Looking to lend a hand? We'd be happy to have you! Our volunteer opportunities run the gamut. Enhance the environment, influence struggling youth, encourage lifelong learning and so much more. The time you commit is in your control. Dive into a daylong event, volunteer in a monthslong program or help us out for years to come. No matter what you choose, you'll be building a better community. So go ahead, pick you passion and start feeling food about giving back.
CAUSE AREAS
Community,
Environment
WHEN
Thu May 01, 2025
05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
WHERE
420 Lock and Dam RoadHastings, MN 55033
(44.75076 ,-92.86222 )
DATE POSTED
April 16, 2025
SKILLS
- Multi-Tasking
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Public Groups
- Private Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- This is a Done in a Day opportunity and there is no prior training or ongoing commitment needed.
Private Group Details
- Group Size Range 1 - 20
- Event can be held at organization location(s)
- No Donation