Great Parks will host two Ohio River Sweep events this year, on March 15 and July 12, as team members and dozens of volunteers work to protect the waterway and its wildlife by collecting garbage and recyclables along its banks.
Each year, Great Parks partners with the Ohio River Valley Water Sanitation Commission (ORSANCO) on local Ohio River Sweep efforts. Great Parks joins organizations from six states in this initiative. Last year, ORSANCO reported 125 river sweep events, with volunteers removing approximately 180,000 pounds of litter, including 996 tires.
The spring Ohio River Sweep happens at the Woodland Mound Boat Ramp from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, March 15. All volunteer slots for this event are full.
Great Parks still needs volunteers for the summer Ohio River Sweep, set for 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, July 12, at Fernbank Park. Volunteers of all ages are welcome, though those under 18 must bring an adult.
The company expects about 50 volunteers for each event.
Participants should register at GreatParks.org by 9 a.m. on Friday, July 11, to ensure enough cleaning supplies. The riverbank will likely be muddy, so volunteers should dress appropriately.
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