Looking for a volunteer opportunity that allows you to support a healthy river in a hands-on way while interacting with a group of like-minded people? Our River Rescue team works diligently to remove an average of 2,000 pounds out of the riverbed at every clean-up, and over 200,000 pounds removed last year!
Every Wednesday and Saturday our River Rescue team does just that! This Saturday, we are looking for additional support for our River Rescue team to clean the river after the recent rains.
Location: DFW (Department of Fish and Wildlife) property along the San Diego River in Grantville. This unique property is typically off-limits to the public, but we have the wonderful opportunity to help clean-up this migration corridor that helps contribute to San Diego's vast biodiversity.
Park + Meet: Please park in the Home Depot Parking lot and meet us at the western end of the lot, nearest the Garden Center and large brick wall. Address is 5920 Fairmount Ave, San Diego, CA 92120.
Map Links:
Google: San Diego River Meeting Location
Weather: National Weather Service
Tips:
- Please arrive 15 minutes early to get checked in. Our group will leave the meeting area roughly 5 minutes after the event starts to go to the project site.
- Be sure to dress in clothes that can get a little dirty
- Long pants are REQUIRED. A hat, sunscreen, or any other types of sun protection are also recommended for all of our outdoor events.
- Closed-toe shoes are also required. No sandals, Tom's or other flats. You must wear sturdy tennis or hiking shoes.
- We will provide all tools and supplies for you to use.
- In order to cut down on single-use plastics, we request all volunteers bring their own reusable water bottle.
- You may wish to bring a light snack.
- You must be 13 years or older to participate.
- A liability waiver is required for all volunteers and will be provided at the event (if not RSVP'd here)
- Please note that light rain will not cancel this event.
