Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper® is a community-based nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and restoring our water and surround ecosystems for the current and future generations of Western New Yorkers
We do this by cleaning up pollution from our waterways, restoring fish and wildlife habitat, and enhancing public access through greenways that expand parks and open space.
Project Description
Each spring, Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper coordinates our Spring Shoreline Sweep, the largest single-day shoreline cleanup in Western New York. Targeting shoreline sites, thousands of volunteers come out to engage in direct citizen action that makes our community a better place and reconnects the public with our region’s most valued asset — our water.
Location
There are over 40 locations in Western New York participating in the sweep. Visit bnwaterkeeper.org/cleanup for site registration.
Volunteer Responsibilities
- Volunteers must pre-register for a site on our website. All safety materials (gloves and trash bags) are provided by site captains who are trained by Waterkeeper staff. Be on time and dress appropriately for the weather!
- Volunteers are not allowed to enter the water for any reason. Abide by directions given by the site captain at the time of check-in.
- Pre-register for the volunteer appreciation party on our website which runs from 12:30-2: 30 pm.
Volunteer Benefits
Meet Waterkeeper staff and other volunteers who share your passion for the environment! Food and beverage will be provided at the Volunteer Appreciation party.
For more information visit: www.bnwaterkeeper.org/cleanup