Introducing Cleanups on the Water!

Cleanups on the Water

Our first season of Cleanups on the Water made a powerful impact. Volunteers came together to tackle litter along Rochester’s waterways, removing debris that pollutes the river and harms local wildlife.

This year we hosted 2 water cleanups with a total of 65 attendees who collected 508 pounds of litter from the river and shoreline. What began as a new program quickly showed how much our community cares about protecting the natural spaces that define our city.

Stay tuned for more of these events happening in 2026 and beyond as we continue working toward a cleaner and healthier Rochester.