| Event Basics: Join Willamette Riverkeeper and Eugene Rec for a paddling cleanup effort along the Willamette River through Eugene. We will start at the River House Outdoor Center, pick up trash along two miles of the river, and take out at the Beltline Bridge. We will be collecting trash from both the waterway and the adjacent riverbanks, so volunteers should be prepared to get wet and muddy! Volunteers can reserve a seat in one of our rafts or bring along their own boats.
When & Where: Tuesday, July 14th, 2026 | 8:30AM - 1:00PM Please meet at the River House Outdoor Center (301 N. Adams Street) by 8:30am. We will leave personal vehicles there and paddle down to the Beltline Bridge takeout. A City of Eugene bus will provide shuttle transportation back to the put-in at the end of the day. If you are bringing your own boat, we will be able to transport your watercraft back to the put-in on top of our raft trailer.
What to Bring:
- Sturdy, closed-toe shoes that you are comfortable getting dirty and wet.
- Sunscreen, drinking water, and layers that are appropriate for the weather.
Additional Details:
- Willamette Riverkeeper will provide all necessary cleanup equipment (trash bags, gloves, grabbers, etc.) and Personal Floatation Devices (life jackets) for this event. PFDs are required and must be worn at all times.
- No paddling or cleanup experience is necessary to participate in this event. Rafts will be operated by experienced staff from Eugene Rec and Willamette Riverkeeper. We will conduct a thorough safety briefing prior to getting out on the water and distributing cleanup supplies.
- Children (ages 10+) are welcome to participate in this event, given that they are accompanied by a parent/guardian who is authorized to sign their participation waiver.
- If you are bringing your own boat, please be proficient paddling in Class II moving water -- there are multiple small rapids to navigate on this river segment.
Questions? Reach out to event coordinator Luke Stuntz at lukestuntz@willametteriverkeeper.org or 617-834-8727.
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