Allegheny River & Watershed Clean-up

Welcome to the Allegheny River & Watershed Clean-up website!

Since 2005, almost 5,900 volunteers have donated more than 46,800 hours and have removed about 1,100 cubic yards of trash from the watershed. They have pulled out television sets; microwave ovens; lawn chairs; refrigerators; 55-gallon drums; more than 18,000 tires and recycled more than 143,000 pounds of recyclable metal (that’s more than 71 tons!). Countless bags have been filled with recyclable metal, glass, plastic and aluminum.

2026(18th Annual) Allegheny River Clean-up!

Allegheny River

The 2026 (18th Annual) Allegheny River Clean-up will take place from Thursday, September 17th until Saturday, September 19th, 2026. This year we're planning to spend all 3 days on the Allegheny River (2017 & 2024 Pennsylvania River of the Year). Just think of it, spending 3 days making these beautiful resources even more spectacular!

Note: We have reached our capacity for canoes and shuttles for Thursday, Sept. 17 and Friday Sept 18. If you want to participate on these days, you must provide your own boat and shuttling.

If you're interested in participating in one of the premier "community conservation events" in the region, visit the FAQ page, and then head over to the Volunteer page to sign up!

Volunteers should bring:

• Rain Gear-the cleanup will be completed rain or shine.
• Layered Clothing-Individuals come prepared for a range of weather conditions, which can change rapidly in northwestern Pennsylvania.
• Food & Water-Individuals are responsible for bringing their own lunch and snacks.
• Refillable water bottle - you provide the bottle, we'll provide the water!

We look forward to another great time this year!