CleanScapes is keeping busy this fall while working on two special projects. We're planning to help clean up more of the West Branch during the river drawdown while repairs are being made to the Tidlow Dam. We're also preparing our annual newsletter -- and have new plans in place for distribution. Tidlow Dam Breach, Lock … Continue reading CleanScapes to assist with West Branch cleanup, working on annual newsletter
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160 tires, 2.97 tons of trash collected during 18th Bald Eagle Creek cleanup
On September 7, CleanScapes volunteers went back to Bald Eagle Creek for the 18th cleanup along creek and floodplain. The focus of the event was to remove tires along a stretch of the creek spanning from the green grate bridge connecting High Street and Hogan Boulevard down stream to the Chestnut Grove Park complex in … Continue reading 160 tires, 2.97 tons of trash collected during 18th Bald Eagle Creek cleanup
Volunteers clear 34 tires, over 300 pounds of trash from West Branch Susquehanna River
On August 17, Sunken Treasure Scuba Center and CleanScapes teamed up for a quick cleanup of the West Branch Susquehanna River. The crew met at Jay Street Bridge in Woodward Township. Before long, volunteer scuba divers were in the water, pulling tires and other items from the riverbed and passing them off to volunteers on … Continue reading Volunteers clear 34 tires, over 300 pounds of trash from West Branch Susquehanna River
Bald Eagle Creek cleanup slated for July 27
Photo: Here West Branch property owner and river champion Beth Bason is celebrating the last load collected from a previous floodplain cleanup in early spring. The July 27 Bald Eagle Creek cleanup needs drivers with trucks or trailers. Volunteers will load the bed, and drivers transport the tires to the nearby roll-off dumpster. Clinton County … Continue reading Bald Eagle Creek cleanup slated for July 27
Susquehanna River Cleanup Project announces 8th Annual Spring Cleanup
Here's how you can help one of our partner organizations. Those interested in participating in a cleanup event in the Sunbury area are encouraged to mark your calendars for Susquehanna River Cleanup Project's 8th Annual Spring Cleanup, slated for Saturday, April 27! High water and flooding have resulted in large amounts of garbage making its … Continue reading Susquehanna River Cleanup Project announces 8th Annual Spring Cleanup
July 21, 2018 River Cleanup Cancelled
Clinton County CleanScapes has announced the cancellation of the July 21, 2018, Bald Eagle Creek cleanup. The decision is based on not locating one site that has at least 35 tires in one location. "Sorry for this delay in news, but I was hopeful," said Project Director Elisabeth Lynch McCoy. "In the last 3 weeks … Continue reading July 21, 2018 River Cleanup Cancelled
June is ‘Rivers Month’ in PA: Celebrate & Steward Our Water Trails
June is "Rivers Month" in Pennsylvania, where the Commonwealth celebrates our natural waterways and encourages stewardship of the life-sustaining resource. The month provides opportunities to showcase the Pennsylvania River of the Year, which is designated by an annual contest administered by the PA Department of Conservation & Natural Resources and the PA Organization of Waterways … Continue reading June is ‘Rivers Month’ in PA: Celebrate & Steward Our Water Trails
Susquehanna River Cleanup Project’s Spring 2018 cleanup is May 5
Looking for something to do this weekend? Join the Susquehanna River Cleanup Project (SRCP) for their 7th Annual Spring River Cleanup this Saturday, May 5, in Sunbury, PA. Registration will open at 9 a.m. at the Sunbury Boat Lunch, located behind Southside Sports (1051 S. Front St.) and Valero. (Pre-registration online will make the process … Continue reading Susquehanna River Cleanup Project’s Spring 2018 cleanup is May 5
Volunteers clear 2.59 tons of trash in 3 hours from West Branch Susquehanna island
On April 14, CleanScapes held its second community cleanup of 2018 - this one focusing on an island located in the West Branch Susquehanna River. Recent flooding washed debris onto the island, and CleanScapes was contacted by property owners Steve and Beth Bason to help - before the trash continued to be swept downstream in … Continue reading Volunteers clear 2.59 tons of trash in 3 hours from West Branch Susquehanna island