**CANCELED** Looking for a volunteer opportunity that allows you to support a healthy river while interacting with a group of like-minded people? Every Wednesday and Saturday our River Rescue team looks so do just that! This dedicated group of volunteers traverses through different areas of the San Diego River to help remove trash and debris that can accumulate fast. Clean-up locations are typically anywhere from Ocean Beach in San Diego to Walker Preserve in Santee, but currently the last Saturday of each month will be focused on Forester Creek in Santee.
An estimated 1 million pounds of trash enters the San Diego Riverbed annually, and our River Rescue team works diligently to remove an average of 2,000 pounds out of the riverbed at every clean-up!
At these events volunteers should expect to get dirty, physically exert themselves, occasionally trek through treacherous terrain, and meet an amazing group of people!
These public River Rescue Dates are catered to newer volunteers, and you will have companions to help you along the way to learn the ropes. Can't make the last Saturday of the month? That's OK! New volunteers are always welcomed, but please email us at volunteer@sandiegoriver.org if you plan to join on any other event day.
Location: 8665 Argent Street, Santee CA 92071. Please park anywhere on Argent St or Prospect Ave. Please do not park in the brewery parking lot.
Meet Location Map Link:
Weather: National Weather Service - Forester Creek
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 18 years or older to participate.
- A liability waiver is required for all volunteers and will be provided at the event.
- Please note that light rain will not cancel this event.
