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Stream Clean-ups

To protect clean water and healthy habitats it takes the combined efforts of citizens, volunteers, neighbors, and families working side-by-side to make a difference. The Watershed Association works with residents, local groups and municipal, county and state leaders on a wide variety of initiatives and actions to plan smart, grow community and preserve and protect our natural resources.

Since 2007, the Watershed Association has teamed up with volunteers throughout our watershed to pick up trash and debris near area lakes, rivers and streams. Each year hundreds of volunteers help us haul thousands of pounds of litter, recyclables and trash – everything from bleach bottles and oil cans, to tires and shopping carts – out of our waterways and nearby areas. Why? People pollution is one of the biggest contributors to water pollution in our region. When it rains, stormwater carries with it all our waste – excess fertilizers, pet and animal waste, trash and more – to our lakes, rivers and streams harming aquatic life and polluting our water.

Together we can stem the tide of water pollution. By taking individual action to recycle, dispose of trash properly, and live River-Friendly we can help keep our water and environment clean and healthy.

Almost here! Our 6th Annual Stream Clean-up.

The 6th Annual Stream Cleanup is coming! Mark your calendar for some outdoor fun in the great outdoors and helping keep our water clean! On April 21-22 and 28-29 the Watershed will hold its popular stream clean-ups at 10 locations. All ages welcome. It’s a great way to show your support for clean water. Sign up ahead of time and we’ll set aside a t-shirt for you.

On Clean-up day, wear a long sleeved shirt, sturdy boots and work gloves, if you have them. We provide trash bags, trash pick-up equipment, snacks and a t-shirt as a thank-you.

Check the list below for a clean-up near you. See you soon and see you there!

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2012 Stream Clean-up Sponsors

Our 6th Annual Stream Cleanups are supported by NJ Clean Communities and American Rivers  

 

2012 Stream Clean-up Events:

Municipality	Date	Location
Cranbury	Sat. 4/21 9 AM – 12 PM	TBD
East Windsor	TBD	TBD
Franklin	TBD	TBD
Hightstown	Sat. 4/21 9 AM – 12 PM	Tavern on the Lake parking lot. Town Center.
Hopewell	TBD	TBD
Millstone	Sat. 4/21 9 AM – 12 PM	TBD
Monroe	TBD	TBD
Princeton	TBD	TBD
South Brunswick	TBD	TBD
West Windsor	TBD	TBD

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5th Annual Stream Cleanup – biggest yet!

5th Annual Stream Cleanup Photos!

Special thanks to all the volunteers who made our 5th Annual Stream Cleanup a success! Check out our Stream Cleanup Slideshow see how everyone helped make a difference for clean water and the environment!

2011 Stream Cleanup Sponsors

Our 5th Annual Stream Cleanups are supported by NJ Clean Communities, Saul Ewing, McCaffrey’s, RomAsia Bank, Wegman’s, Home Depot and American Rivers  

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2011 Stream Clean-up Statistics:

Municipality	Number of volunteers	How much trash? (pounds)
Cranbury	46	394
East Windsor	36	594
Franklin	21	1,136
Hightstown	75	451
Hopewell	24	1,197
Millstone	23	2,005
Monroe	41	150
Princeton	46	1,746
South Brunswick	23	916
West Windsor	27	1,979
Total	362 heroes	10,568 pounds

Volunteer Q&A: Jess Penetar

1. Why did you sign up for our Stream Cleanup? I volunteered at Plainsboro’s Waters Edge Park last year. I came out because I have fond memories of doing river clean ups from when I was a girl scout. … I also spend a lot of time outside, hiking, biking, camping, walking etc., and the last thing I want to see is trash. Not only is it an eyesore, but trash can harm animals and plants. Read more!