Our cleanups unite volunteers of all ages and abilities from across the Watershed.
Every spring and fall, NepRWA staff and volunteers embark on cleanups throughout the Neponset Watershed. Working together, we are making a difference in our neighborhoods, waterways, and parklands!
Neponset River Fall Cleanup
Sat., Sept. 23 from 9 am-noon
Join NepRWA staff and volunteers as we clean up at various sites at the waterfronts and parklands along the Neponset River!
We know the weather is not going to be ideal but it’s not a washout… Bring your raincoat and a good sense of humor! The latest forecast from NOAA is rain, mainly after 1 pm.
Questions? Please email NepRWA Environmental Science Fellow and Cleanup Manager, Benni Marques.
Thank you to our cleanup partner, MassDCR, presenting sponsor, ENE Systems, Inc., and Barletta Engineering/Heavy Division.
Do I need any special equipment or skills to volunteer for a cleanup? In short, no—our team will help get you oriented and supply the necessary tools.
- We provide everything you need for the cleanup: trash bags, trash tongs, rakes, shovels, gloves, waders, hand sanitizer, and bug spray.
- We recommend that you bring hats, sunscreen, water, snacks — and any favorite work gloves (We will also have gloves on-site for you.)
- Long pants and closed-toed shoes are recommended for terrain and poison ivy.
Past cleanup sites have included:
- Granite Ave., Dorchester
- Tenean Beach, Dorchester
- Neponset Landing Pier, Quincy
- Doyle Playground, Hyde Park
- Edgewater Drive, Mattapan
- Cooper Park, Norwood
- Neponset St. Canoe Launch, Canton
- Walpole Town Forest
- Lake Massapoag, Sharon
Other ways you can help!
Donate
If you’re unable to volunteer but still wish to help, consider making a donation to the cleanup effort.
Sponsorships
If you’re interested in sponsoring a cleanup, please contact Development Director, Jennifer Hopcroft at hopcroft@neponset.org or 781-575-0354 x303
Schedule a Corporate or Group Cleanup Event
We offer team-building community service opportunities for local businesses or corporations in the Neponset River Watershed. Get more information.
Nominate a Cleanup Site
Let us know if there is a site that could use a cleanup or invasive species removal. Email outreach@neponset.org
