39th SuAsCo Rivers Cleanup

SAVE THE DATE

more information coming soon

SEPTEMBER IS A GREAT MONTH TO

CLEAN UP OUR RIVERS!

Join us for the 39th annual cleanup, which brings together volunteers from across the SuAsCo watershed to pick up litter and maintain put-ins along the Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord rivers. Whether you choose a self-guided Team-Up Cleanup or join one of our organized cleanup days, your efforts will make a significant impact.

TEAM-UP CLEANUP: Create Your Own Team

When: The entire month of September. You set the date and location

Details: Gather family and friends for a walk or paddle in your favorite spot near the river. Pick up trash and recycling, photograph your efforts (selfies welcome), and send the information to OARS

Registration: Required

REGISTRATION COMING SOON

CLEANUP DAYS: Join OARS and a team of volunteers

For sites needing a larger group effort. An OARS site leader will be present at each site with supplies. 2025 Locations will be announced soon.

Join our community of supporters in restoring the health of our three rivers by donating today!

CLEANUP DONATION PAGE COMING SOON

Support our 39th annual river cleanup and showcase your business’s commitment to environmental stewardship.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

(coming soon)

Event Details

Date: Monday September 1
Time: 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Categories: OARS Events

~30%

of the SuAsCo rivers watershed is wetlands, crucial for wildlife habitat and water quality

~30%

of water samples in the SuAsCo rivers watershed contain PFAS, leading to increased monitoring and remediation by local authorities and environmental groups

~70%

of dams in the SuAsCo watershed are over a century old, requiring extensive upkeep and presenting obstacles to river restoration and fish passage

>40%

of the land within the watershed is publicly accessible, offering recreational opportunities such as hiking, boating, and birdwatching to the community

~15%

of the land in the SuAsCo rivers watershed is covered by impervious surfaces such as roads, rooftops, and parking lots. This contributes to stormwater runoff and water pollution issues

>40%

of the land within the Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord rivers watershed is publicly accessible, providing endless opportunities for paddling, hiking, and wildlife exploration.

39th SuAsCo Rivers Cleanup

SAVE THE DATE

more information coming soon

SEPTEMBER IS A GREAT MONTH TO

CLEAN UP OUR RIVERS!

CLEANUP EVENTS

TEAM-UP CLEANUP: Create Your Own Team

CLEANUP DAYS: Join OARS and a team of volunteers

CAN’T MAKE IT TO A CLEANUP DAY? YOU CAN STILL HELP!

DONATE TO HELP KEEP OUR 3 RIVERS CLEAN

BECOME A 3 RIVERS CLEANUP SPONSOR!

THANK YOU TO OUR 2025 SuAsCo RIVERS CLEANUP SPONSORS & DONORS

3 RIVERS CHAMPIONS, $5,000+

3 RIVERS GUARDIANS, $2,500–$4,999

3 RIVERS PROTECTORS, $1,000–$2,499

3 RIVERS ADVOCATES, $500–$999

3 RIVERS SUPPORTERS, $250–$499

3 RIVERS FRIENDS, $75–$249

3 RIVERS ALLIES, $1–$74

Your participation and support are crucial to keeping our 3 rivers clean.

Thank you for being a part of this important effort!

Event Details