2025 River Cleanup
When: July 12th with multiple times to choose.
Where: Meeting at Farm by Beer Tree. Cleaning the Chenango and Tioughnioga rivers as well as Chenango Valley State Park.
Who: Anybody who cares about making this area a better place to be.
Age: For everyone's safety during the river cleanup, we kindly ask that all participants be 18 years or older. Thanks for your understanding!
What to expect: You'll meet at Farm by Beer Tree and park your vehicle there. You will be given a ride on the TAE shuttle and given a kayak, life jacket, and paddle (unless hiking) along with trash bags and nitrile gloves. The goal is to remove as much litter as we can safely get, while enjoying a nice float down the river.
The details:
Thank you for dedicating your time and energy to help clean up our beautiful rivers and trails on July 12th! Your commitment to our environment is truly appreciated. As we embark on this cleanup effort, please remember that safety is our top priority throughout the day. Be mindful of your surroundings, wear appropriate footwear and clothing, stay hydrated, and be aware of potential hazards both on the water and on the trails.
We will be tackling litter and debris along the Chenango and Tioughnioga rivers via kayak and on foot along Chenango Valley State Park hiking trails. Each departing group, whether you're kayaking or hiking, will be provided with trash bags and gloves to collect any litter you find. Kayak groups will also have an additional empty kayak to help transport the collected trash back to designated collection points. Let's work together to make a significant positive impact on the health and beauty of our local waterways and natural spaces. Thank you again for being a part of this vital cleanup effort!
Please review the 3 different cleanup areas and choose one that fits your ability and schedule. Each group will have a team lead that will manage the supplies and be your point of contact. Please register each volunteer individually to ensure accurate gear preparation, shuttle seating, and site assignments. This is a private event, so these links are the only way to sign up. Please be sure to sign up directly from the links on this page.
Every piece of trash removed helps the plants and animals of this ecosystem. From them, and from us, thank you.
Also, a huge thank you to Amanda and her team at VAST. They are a very cool organization that is doing a lot to make our area a better place to be. They have been an integral part in making this event happen.
Whitney Point to Beer Tree - 9am (6 hours)
This group will focus on cleaning up the serene Tioughnioga River from Whitney Point down to Chenango Forks. We will meet at Farm by Beer Tree at 8:45 and get our gear together. We will depart as a group in the shuttle van at 9am and head to the Whitney Point public launch. This float will take about 6-7 hours, so make sure you have sun protection and are staying hydrated.
To volunteer for this portion of the cleanup, click the 'Volunteer Here' button just above and select the kayak that you want and add it to your cart. Click here to review the kayak options. Enter your information and click complete your order to reserve your kayak. Please be sure to sign the waiver through the link on the next window.
Chenango Forks to Beer Tree - 10am (3 hours)
This group will focus on the peaceful Chenango River, starting at the public launch off Rt 12 in Chenango Forks. We will meet at Farm by Beer Tree at 9:45 and get our gear together. We will depart as a group at 10am and head to the Chenango Forks public launch. This float will take about 2 hours, so make sure to have appropriate sun protection and to stay hydrated. This is a wide river, so two teams will depart and take care of each side of the river.
To volunteer for this portion of the cleanup, click the 'Volunteer Here' button just above and select the kayak that you want and add it to your cart. Click here to review the kayak options. Enter your information and click complete your order to reserve your kayak. Please be sure to sign the waiver through the link on the next window.
Chenango Valley State Park Trail Cleanup - 11am (1.5 hours)
This group will focus on cleaning up the beautiful Chenango Valley State Park. We will meet at Farm by Beer Tree at 10:45 and get our gear together. We will depart as a group at 11am and head to the Chenango Lake trail and the Lily Lake trail. These trails will take about 45 minutes to hike. We will have 2 groups depart on these 2 trails. These are beginner level hiking trails, but hiking shoes, sun protection, and hydration are still important.
To volunteer for this portion of the cleanup, click the Volunteer Here button above, select one, and enter your contact information to reserve your seat on the shuttle.
