Keeping-It-Clean
The Keeping-It-Clean Program encourages watershed residents to get involved in improving the health and natural beauty of their watershed by participating in regularly scheduled trash cleanups.
WHEN ARE CLEANUPS AND WHO CAN HELP?
From spring through early winter, Keeping-It-Clean coordinates cleanup projects and events throughout the Clinton River watershed.
This program engages residents of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels with activities ranging from on-land garbage collecting to paddling and water trail cleanups. Weekly Clean and Clinton Cleanup are all a part of Keeping-It-Clean, check out additional information on each of those programs below.
For information about hosting your own cleanup, contact Watershed Program Coordinator, Pronoye Kapali at pronoye@crwc.org.
UPCOMING CLEANUPS
All cleanups are 10 AM - Noon
April 2, 2025: Innovation Hills Park, Rochester Hills
April 9, 2025: James C. Nelson Park, Sterling Heights
April 16, 2025: Clinton River Heritage Park, Utica
April 23, 2025: Panera Parking Lot at South Adams, Rochester Hills
April 30, 2025: Nicholson Nature Center, Clinton Township
May 7, 2025: Joseph Deliah Park, Sterling Heights
May 14, 2025: Yates Park, Rochester Hills
May 21, 2025: River Woods Park, Auburn Hills
May 28, 2025: Shadyside Park, Mount Clemens
June 4, 2025: Lake Norcentra Park, Rochester Hills
June 11, 2025: Boulan Park, Troy
June 18, 2025: Lake St. Clair Metropark, Harrison Township
June 25, 2025: Addison Oaks, Leonard
REQUEST A CLEANUP
If you’re interested in scheduling a cleanup for your business or community group, please let us know with the form below.
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WEEKLY CLEAN
Weekly Clean is CRWC’s ongoing watershed cleanup program! Join us every Wednesday from 10 AM - noon during the field season.
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CLINTON CLEANUP
In the spring, volunteers and community organizations gather on the same day to host and participate in cleanups throughout the watershed.
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PRIVATE CLEAN UPS
Interested in hosting your own clean up? Contact Pronoye Kapali at pronoye@crwc.org to get started!
SAFETY AT CRWC CLEANUPS
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Leave your phone number on the sign-in sheet.
Do not enter any fast or swift-moving water.
Do not work alone. Use the buddy system.
Use caution when picking up sharp objects such as glass.
Do not lift heavy items alone.
Do not pick up needles unless a “hazardous sharps” container is available.
Leave all wildlife alone.
Please respect any equipment that was loaned out for the cleanup.
Be aware of time, and adhere to the timeframe of the clean up.
Do not climb or stand on log jams.
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Wear a safety vest if near a road or parking lot.
Do not collect yard waste such as broken limbs, leaves, or sticks.
Use caution on steep river banks.
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Always wear a personal flotation device (PFD), and clean up with a partner.
Never walk, stand, or crawl on woody debris or log jams.
Know your location in case of an emergency. The Clinton River has location markers.
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PERSONAL/SAFETY ITEMS:
Closed-toe shoes (boots are always recommended)
Appropriate clothing for the weather
Sunscreen
Insect repellant
Water and snacks
First aid kit
Sunglasses or hat
Cell phone in case of emergencies
OPTIONAL GEAR:
Work gloves if you would like to use your own
Kayak, life jacket, and paddle when applicable
Hand sanitizer
Dry bag to hold cell phone, keys, or other items that need to stay dry
Long pants and long socks to cover your ankles
VOLUNTEER LIABILITY WAIVER
Everyone volunteering with CRWC must complete a liability waiver, which is available electronically below. Liability waivers only need to be completed once per person per calendar year.