River cleanups are a proven tool for educating and engaging communities about the importance of waterways. Lowell George, National River Cleanup Manager at American Rivers, shares practical advice for maximizing volunteer river cleanups to address trash and build a powerful constituency to support river conservation and recreation.
Participants will learn:
– Best practices for starting a cleanup program at their organization or improving upon existing events including lessons learned from her experiences
– Information on what free resources are available for cleanup organizers
– Creative ways to engage communities around the issues of litter and pollution
Who should participate:
– Nonprofits organizations
– Governmental entities
– Anyone who wants to learn more about the ways to start their own river cleanup program
