As a volunteer, what should I wear and bring to a river cleanup?
River cleanups can be messy and require hard work. Wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty or even tattered. Work boots and work gloves are strongly recommended and if you are going to be working in the water dress appropriately. Long sleeve shirts and long pants are recommended despite the weather, for the protection they provide against the sun, poisonous or thorny plants and biting insects. Wearing a hat and eye protection is also recommended. It's important to keep hydrated. Bring plenty of water and also a snack to keep your energy up.

Can my kids participate?
Absolutely. River cleanups are a fun learning experience for kids. Just make sure they understand the importance of putting safety first. The safety of river cleanup participants under the age of 18 is the responsibility of parents or legal guardians.

Why are you holding the clean-up in the fall and not the spring?
Allegheny Outfitters and Indian Waters owners and staff make an effort to clean-up the river every spring, and periodically throughout the summer. By the time Labor Day weekend is over, the busy part of the paddling season has come to an end. This gives us a chance to make sure no trash has been left behind through the winter months.

What happens in the case of bad weather?
The river clean-up will go on rain or shine. In the extreme case, if there are severe thunderstorms forcasted, or the potential for flooding exists, we may have to cancel, or we will focus on cleaning up the riverbanks on foot. Updates on weather forcast, clean-up changes, and cancellations can be found on the "home" page the week of the clean-up.