The Chetco River receives high recreational use in the summer. The public is invited to give back by helping the South Coast Watershed Council and partners collect and dispose of trash. Participants have the option to collect trash along the river corridor in a kayak. No kayaking experience is necessary – expert guides will be leading the float trips and the Curry County Aquatic Saftey Officer will be on hand to give a safety talk before the float. Participants also have the option to disperse to car-accessible gravel bars and collect trash by foot.
Kayaks, life vests, and shuttles will be provided on a first-come first-serve basis, so pre-registration is requested. Trash bags, trash grabbers, gloves, and high vis-vests will be provided. There will be free lunch for participants following the cleanup.
Register: https://www.solveoregon.org/opportunity/a0C1I00000QFno3UAD
When: Saturday, August 14, 2021, 9:00 AM until 2:00 PM. All participants should register at the event between 9-9:30.
Where: Alfred Loeb State Park – Day Use Area A
N Bank Chetco River Road
Brookings, OR 97415 MAP LINK
What to Bring: Please come wearing a mask if you are not vaccinated, comfortable shoes that are able to get wet, a waterproof vessel for your belongings (if you plan to float), and a reusable water bottle.
Parking: Parking is available within the Day Use Area. Shuttles will be provided and you will not need to take your vehicle unless you plan to go collect trash by foot.
Bathrooms: Available at the Day Use Area.
Accessibility: Kayak participants must be able to swim, and all participants must be accompanied by an attentive adult if under than the age of 13. All participants will need to walk on uneven terrain to collect trash.
Contact: If you have any questions, please contact Miranda Gray at miranda.gray@currywatersheds.or