2021 Riverkeeper Sweep - White Plains

Westchester Parks Foundation is looking for volunteers to help with its Clean River Project (as part of the 10th Annual Riverkeeper Sweep) to address the issue of floatable trash, which is one of the three major water quality issues on the Bronx River. Volunteers will wear waders in the river and help count the bottles, cans, straws, and more found in the trash boom. The information collected helps find the sources of this trash and stops it from entering the river in the first place. The project engages volunteers by promoting outreach to local businesses whose products end up in and along the river, and it unites messaging around the harm to local waterways caused by non-biodegradable products.

IMPORTANT: Volunteers must arrive on site wearing their own masks; volunteers are required to practice safe social distancing protocols at all times. Waders, gloves, and trash bags will be provided, but volunteers should bring their own water. Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes and clothes that can get dirty.

Westchester Parks Foundation engages the public to advocate for and invest in the preservation, conservation, use, and enjoyment of the 18,000 acres of parks, trails, and open spaces within the Westchester County Parks system.

1. Express interest below to record this opportunity in your Volunteer New York! profile and alert the opportunity coordinator of your interest.
2. MANDATORY: click here to complete your registration with the Westchester Parks Foundation. Volunteers who do not complete this step will not be registered.