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Local Action, Regional Impact: Volunteers Clean Beaches, Rivers And Community Spaces (Photo) - 09/29/26

Portland, Ore., September 29, 2026 – From September 18 through September 27, communities across Oregon and Southwest Washington came together for SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup. During a 10-day volunteer effort, 1,553 volunteers participated in 96 cleanup and restoration projects across 15 counties, contributing more than 3,100 hours of service. Projects took place in Clackamas, Clark, Clatsop, Coos, Curry, Deschutes, Jackson, Lane, Lincoln, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, Tillamook, Washington, and Yamhill counties.

 

Together, volunteers removed nearly 9,000 pounds of litter and debris, helping prevent pollution from traveling through local waterways to beaches and the Pacific Ocean. Volunteers also cleared over 9,450 square feet of invasive species, an area larger than three tennis courts, and mulched 300 plants to support healthier habitats and more resilient landscapes.

 

“Every year, Beach & Riverside Cleanup shows what is possible when people unite to care for the places they call home,” said Kris Carico, CEO of SOLVE. “This year, we saw that community action take many forms, from cleaning beaches and rivers to removing invasive plants and caring for neighborhood spaces. These local efforts add up to a meaningful regional impact.”

 

A Season of Environmental Action

The Beach & Riverside Cleanup showcased the range of community members, partners and projects that make SOLVE’s work possible across Oregon and Southwest Washington. From established cleanup initiatives to hands-on restoration projects, highlights from this year included:

 

Oregon Coast: Cleaning Up for People and Wildlife

Along the Oregon Coast, 25 cleanup events from Astoria/Warrenton to Gold Beach invited volunteers to remove litter and marine debris from beaches, shorelines and coastal recreation areas.

 

Rivers Across the Region

River-focused projects gave volunteers opportunities to care for waterways and the communities connected to them. In Portland, volunteers gathered at OMSI before spreading out along the Eastbank Esplanade and surrounding streets to remove litter before it could reach the Willamette River. Additional Portland projects along the riverfront included cleanups at Peace Memorial Park, the Eastbank Esplanade and Duckworth Dock.

Farther east and south, volunteers took action along the Upper Clackamas River and at three cleanup events along the Molalla River, removing litter from river corridors and recreation areas while helping care for trails and surrounding natural areas. In Salem, volunteers gathered at Cascades Gateway Park to remove litter before it could flow into Walter Wirth Lake and Mill Creek.

 

Community Action in Vancouver, Washington

Across the Columbia River in Vancouver, Washington, five Beach & Riverside Cleanup events drew volunteers to a mix of litter cleanup and habitat restoration. Projects ranged from removing litter at Waterfront Park and Esther Short Park to ivy removal at Historic Covington House and Ellsworth Springs West, helping protect trees, wildlife habitat and recreational spaces.

The projects highlighted the many ways everyone can contribute to healthier waterways and natural areas, whether through picking up litter, removing invasive plants or caring for the public spaces they use every day.

 

Pick It Up, Milwaukie! | September 19

For the second year, Pick It Up, Milwaukie! united residents, local businesses, and families in downtown Milwaukie and at Milwaukie’s Bay Park, in partnership with Bob’s Red Mill. Volunteers removed litter from downtown streets, business corridors and green spaces, including the river’s edge at Bay Park, before gathering at the Sustainability Fair.

Pick It Up, Milwaukie! is part of SOLVE’s growing Pick It Up! regional cleanup initiative, which unites residents, businesses and local organizations to improve shared public spaces city by city.

 

Thank You to Our Volunteers and Partners

SOLVE extends its gratitude to the volunteers, event leaders, business partners and organizations who made the 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup possible. Their time and effort helped make a visible difference across Oregon and Southwest Washington.

 

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, Oregon Department of Parks and Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

To learn more about SOLVE and find upcoming volunteer opportunities, visit solve.org.

 

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn. 

Attached Media Files: Press Release: Beach & Riverside Cleanup Impact, Photo: SOLVE volunteers for Beach & Riverside Cleanup at Willamette River, OMSI, Photo: SOLVE river cleanup near OMSI, Photo: SOLVE volunteers at Pick It Up, Milwaukie!, Photo: SOLVE volunteers at Esther Short Park, Vancouver,

Local Action, Regional Impact: Volunteers Clean Beaches, Rivers And Community Spaces (Photo) - 09/29/26

Portland, Ore., September 29, 2026 – From September 18 through September 27, communities across Oregon and Southwest Washington came together for SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup. During a 10-day volunteer effort, 1,553 volunteers participated in 96 cleanup and restoration projects across 15 counties, contributing more than 3,100 hours of service. Projects took place in Clackamas, Clark, Clatsop, Coos, Curry, Deschutes, Jackson, Lane, Lincoln, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, Tillamook, Washington, and Yamhill counties.

 

Together, volunteers removed nearly 9,000 pounds of litter and debris, helping prevent pollution from traveling through local waterways to beaches and the Pacific Ocean. Volunteers also cleared over 9,450 square feet of invasive species, an area larger than three tennis courts, and mulched 300 plants to support healthier habitats and more resilient landscapes.

 

“Every year, Beach & Riverside Cleanup shows what is possible when people unite to care for the places they call home,” said Kris Carico, CEO of SOLVE. “This year, we saw that community action take many forms, from cleaning beaches and rivers to removing invasive plants and caring for neighborhood spaces. These local efforts add up to a meaningful regional impact.”

 

A Season of Environmental Action

The Beach & Riverside Cleanup showcased the range of community members, partners and projects that make SOLVE’s work possible across Oregon and Southwest Washington. From established cleanup initiatives to hands-on restoration projects, highlights from this year included:

 

Oregon Coast: Cleaning Up for People and Wildlife

Along the Oregon Coast, 25 cleanup events from Astoria/Warrenton to Gold Beach invited volunteers to remove litter and marine debris from beaches, shorelines and coastal recreation areas.

 

Rivers Across the Region

River-focused projects gave volunteers opportunities to care for waterways and the communities connected to them. In Portland, volunteers gathered at OMSI before spreading out along the Eastbank Esplanade and surrounding streets to remove litter before it could reach the Willamette River. Additional Portland projects along the riverfront included cleanups at Peace Memorial Park, the Eastbank Esplanade and Duckworth Dock.

Farther east and south, volunteers took action along the Upper Clackamas River and at three cleanup events along the Molalla River, removing litter from river corridors and recreation areas while helping care for trails and surrounding natural areas. In Salem, volunteers gathered at Cascades Gateway Park to remove litter before it could flow into Walter Wirth Lake and Mill Creek.

 

Community Action in Vancouver, Washington

Across the Columbia River in Vancouver, Washington, five Beach & Riverside Cleanup events drew volunteers to a mix of litter cleanup and habitat restoration. Projects ranged from removing litter at Waterfront Park and Esther Short Park to ivy removal at Historic Covington House and Ellsworth Springs West, helping protect trees, wildlife habitat and recreational spaces.

The projects highlighted the many ways everyone can contribute to healthier waterways and natural areas, whether through picking up litter, removing invasive plants or caring for the public spaces they use every day.

 

Pick It Up, Milwaukie! | September 19

For the second year, Pick It Up, Milwaukie! united residents, local businesses, and families in downtown Milwaukie and at Milwaukie’s Bay Park, in partnership with Bob’s Red Mill. Volunteers removed litter from downtown streets, business corridors and green spaces, including the river’s edge at Bay Park, before gathering at the Sustainability Fair.

Pick It Up, Milwaukie! is part of SOLVE’s growing Pick It Up! regional cleanup initiative, which unites residents, businesses and local organizations to improve shared public spaces city by city.

 

Thank You to Our Volunteers and Partners

SOLVE extends its gratitude to the volunteers, event leaders, business partners and organizations who made the 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup possible. Their time and effort helped make a visible difference across Oregon and Southwest Washington.

 

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, Oregon Department of Parks and Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

To learn more about SOLVE and find upcoming volunteer opportunities, visit solve.org.

 

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn. 

Attached Media Files: Press Release: Beach & Riverside Cleanup Impact, Photo: SOLVE volunteers for Beach & Riverside Cleanup at Willamette River, OMSI, Photo: SOLVE river cleanup near OMSI, Photo: SOLVE volunteers at Pick It Up, Milwaukie!, Photo: SOLVE volunteers at Esther Short Park, Vancouver,

Local Action, Regional Impact: Volunteers Clean Beaches, Rivers And Community Spaces (Photo) - 09/29/26

Portland, Ore., September 29, 2026 – From September 18 through September 27, communities across Oregon and Southwest Washington came together for SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup. During a 10-day volunteer effort, 1,553 volunteers participated in 96 cleanup and restoration projects across 15 counties, contributing more than 3,100 hours of service. Projects took place in Clackamas, Clark, Clatsop, Coos, Curry, Deschutes, Jackson, Lane, Lincoln, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, Tillamook, Washington, and Yamhill counties.

 

Together, volunteers removed nearly 9,000 pounds of litter and debris, helping prevent pollution from traveling through local waterways to beaches and the Pacific Ocean. Volunteers also cleared over 9,450 square feet of invasive species, an area larger than three tennis courts, and mulched 300 plants to support healthier habitats and more resilient landscapes.

 

“Every year, Beach & Riverside Cleanup shows what is possible when people unite to care for the places they call home,” said Kris Carico, CEO of SOLVE. “This year, we saw that community action take many forms, from cleaning beaches and rivers to removing invasive plants and caring for neighborhood spaces. These local efforts add up to a meaningful regional impact.”

 

A Season of Environmental Action

The Beach & Riverside Cleanup showcased the range of community members, partners and projects that make SOLVE’s work possible across Oregon and Southwest Washington. From established cleanup initiatives to hands-on restoration projects, highlights from this year included:

 

Oregon Coast: Cleaning Up for People and Wildlife

Along the Oregon Coast, 25 cleanup events from Astoria/Warrenton to Gold Beach invited volunteers to remove litter and marine debris from beaches, shorelines and coastal recreation areas.

In Gold Beach, Paws for Nature combined a community beach cleanup with a dog walk, giving people and their four-legged companions a chance to care for the coastline.

 

Rivers Across the Region

River-focused projects gave volunteers opportunities to care for waterways and the communities connected to them. In Southern Oregon, volunteers joined projects across the Rogue Valley as part of Bear Creek Stewardship Day, caring for the Bear Creek watershed through litter removal, invasive plant removal and pollinator garden maintenance. Projects took place in Ashland, Talent, Phoenix and Medford, uniting neighbors, organizations, local partners and volunteers to care for the waterways and natural areas that connect community members throughout the valley.

These projects reflect the breadth of river-focused action taking place through Beach & Riverside Cleanup, from urban riverfronts and popular recreation areas to watershed and habitat restoration projects across the region.

 

Pick It Up, Bend! | September 27

Following its inaugural event in 2025, Pick It Up, Bend! returned for a second year at the Old Mill District. 42 volunteers spent the morning removing 175 pounds of litter from some of Bend’s most popular recreational spaces. The event also continued SOLVE’s partnership with the Johnson Ohana Foundation. SOLVE joined Jack Johnson’s concert in Bend as a Village Green partner, connecting a morning of local volunteer action with an evening focused on community and the environment.

Pick It Up, Bend! 2026 was made possible through the support from Old Mill District, Hayden Homes Theatre, Lithia & Driveway, and Cascade Disposal.

Pick It Up, Bend! is part of SOLVE’s growing Pick It Up! regional cleanup initiative, which unites residents, businesses and local organizations to improve shared public spaces city by city.

 

Thank You to Our Volunteers and Partners

SOLVE extends its gratitude to the volunteers, event leaders, business partners and organizations who made the 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup possible. Their time and effort helped make a visible difference across Oregon and Southwest Washington.

 

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, Oregon Department of Parks and Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

To learn more about SOLVE and find upcoming volunteer opportunities, visit solve.org.

 

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn. 

Attached Media Files: Press Release: Beach & Riverside Cleanup Impact, Photo: SOLVE volunteers picking up litter in Old Mill District, Bend, Photo: SOLVE volunteers at Pick It Up, Bend!, Photo: SOLVE staff with Jack Johnson and his wife Kim at Village Green , Hayden Homes Amphitheater, Bend,

Local Action, Regional Impact: Volunteers Clean Beaches, Rivers And Community Spaces (Photo) - 09/29/26

Portland, Ore., September 29, 2026 – From September 18 through September 27, communities across Oregon and Southwest Washington came together for SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup. During a 10-day volunteer effort, 1,553 volunteers participated in 96 cleanup and restoration projects across 15 counties, contributing more than 3,100 hours of service. Projects took place in Clackamas, Clark, Clatsop, Coos, Curry, Deschutes, Jackson, Lane, Lincoln, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, Tillamook, Washington, and Yamhill counties.

 

Together, volunteers removed nearly 9,000 pounds of litter and debris, helping prevent pollution from traveling through local waterways to beaches and the Pacific Ocean. Volunteers also cleared over 9,450 square feet of invasive species, an area larger than three tennis courts, and mulched 300 plants to support healthier habitats and more resilient landscapes.

 

“Every year, Beach & Riverside Cleanup shows what is possible when people unite to care for the places they call home,” said Kris Carico, CEO of SOLVE. “This year, we saw that community action take many forms, from cleaning beaches and rivers to removing invasive plants and caring for neighborhood spaces. These local efforts add up to a meaningful regional impact.”

 

A Season of Environmental Action

The Beach & Riverside Cleanup showcased the range of community members, partners and projects that make SOLVE’s work possible across Oregon and Southwest Washington. From established cleanup initiatives to hands-on restoration projects, highlights from this year included:

 

Oregon Coast: Cleaning Up for People and Wildlife

Along the Oregon Coast, 25 cleanup events from Astoria/Warrenton to Gold Beach invited volunteers to remove litter and marine debris from beaches, shorelines and coastal recreation areas.

In Gold Beach, Paws for Nature combined a community beach cleanup with a dog walk, giving people and their four-legged companions a chance to care for the coastline.

 

Rivers Across the Region

River-focused projects gave volunteers opportunities to care for waterways and the communities connected to them. In Southern Oregon, volunteers joined projects across the Rogue Valley as part of Bear Creek Stewardship Day, caring for the Bear Creek watershed through litter removal, invasive plant removal and pollinator garden maintenance. Projects took place in Ashland, Talent, Phoenix and Medford, uniting neighbors, organizations, local partners and volunteers to care for the waterways and natural areas that connect community members throughout the valley.

These projects reflect the breadth of river-focused action taking place through Beach & Riverside Cleanup, from urban riverfronts and popular recreation areas to watershed and habitat restoration projects across the region.

 

Pick It Up, Bend! | September 27

Following its inaugural event in 2025, Pick It Up, Bend! returned for a second year at the Old Mill District. 42 volunteers spent the morning removing 175 pounds of litter from some of Bend’s most popular recreational spaces. The event also continued SOLVE’s partnership with the Johnson Ohana Foundation. SOLVE joined Jack Johnson’s concert in Bend as a Village Green partner, connecting a morning of local volunteer action with an evening focused on community and the environment.

Pick It Up, Bend! 2026 was made possible through the support from Old Mill District, Hayden Homes Theatre, Lithia & Driveway, and Cascade Disposal.

Pick It Up, Bend! is part of SOLVE’s growing Pick It Up! regional cleanup initiative, which unites residents, businesses and local organizations to improve shared public spaces city by city.

 

Thank You to Our Volunteers and Partners

SOLVE extends its gratitude to the volunteers, event leaders, business partners and organizations who made the 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup possible. Their time and effort helped make a visible difference across Oregon and Southwest Washington.

 

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, Oregon Department of Parks and Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

To learn more about SOLVE and find upcoming volunteer opportunities, visit solve.org.

 

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn. 

Attached Media Files: Press Release: Beach & Riverside Cleanup Impact, Photo: SOLVE volunteers picking up litter in Old Mill District, Bend, Photo: SOLVE volunteers at Pick It Up, Bend!, Photo: SOLVE staff with Jack Johnson and his wife Kim at Village Green , Hayden Homes Amphitheater, Bend,

Local Action, Regional Impact: Volunteers Clean Beaches, Rivers And Community Spaces (Photo) - 09/29/26

Portland, Ore., September 29, 2026 – From September 18 through September 27, communities across Oregon and Southwest Washington came together for SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup. During a 10-day volunteer effort, 1,553 volunteers participated in 96 cleanup and restoration projects across 15 counties, contributing more than 3,100 hours of service. Projects took place in Clackamas, Clark, Clatsop, Coos, Curry, Deschutes, Jackson, Lane, Lincoln, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, Tillamook, Washington, and Yamhill counties.

 

Together, volunteers removed nearly 9,000 pounds of litter and debris, helping prevent pollution from traveling through local waterways to beaches and the Pacific Ocean. Volunteers also cleared over 9,450 square feet of invasive species, an area larger than three tennis courts, and mulched 300 plants to support healthier habitats and more resilient landscapes.

 

“Every year, Beach & Riverside Cleanup shows what is possible when people unite to care for the places they call home,” said Kris Carico, CEO of SOLVE. “This year, we saw that community action take many forms, from cleaning beaches and rivers to removing invasive plants and caring for neighborhood spaces. These local efforts add up to a meaningful regional impact.”

 

Oregon Coast: Cleaning Up for People and Wildlife

 

Along the Oregon Coast, 25 cleanup events from Astoria/Warrenton to Gold Beach invited volunteers to remove litter and marine debris from beaches, shorelines and coastal recreation areas.

Several projects connected cleanup efforts directly to wildlife protection. At Siltcoos Beach, volunteers helped remove marine debris near protected western snowy plover nesting habitat, while other coastal projects focused on keeping beaches and coastal recreation areas clean and safe for wildlife and visitors. In Gold Beach, Paws for Nature combined a community beach cleanup with a dog walk, giving people and their four-legged companions a chance to care for the coastline.

 

 

Thank You to Our Volunteers and Partners

SOLVE extends its gratitude to the volunteers, event leaders, business partners and organizations who made the 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup possible. Their time and effort helped make a visible difference across Oregon and Southwest Washington.

 

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, Oregon Department of Parks and Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

To learn more about SOLVE and find upcoming volunteer opportunities, visit solve.org.

 

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn. 

Attached Media Files: Press Release: Beach & Riverside Cleanup Impact, Photo: SOLVE volunteers at Rockaway Beach Cleanup, Photo: SOLVE volunteer at Netarts Bay Beach Cleanup during International Coastal Cleanup Day, Photo: SOLVE volunteer collecting marine debris,

Local Action, Regional Impact: Volunteers Clean Beaches, Rivers And Community Spaces (Photo) - 09/29/26

Portland, Ore., September 29, 2026 – From September 18 through September 27, communities across Oregon and Southwest Washington came together for SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup. During a 10-day volunteer effort, 1,553 volunteers participated in 96 cleanup and restoration projects across 15 counties, contributing more than 3,100 hours of service. Projects took place in Clackamas, Clark, Clatsop, Coos, Curry, Deschutes, Jackson, Lane, Lincoln, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, Tillamook, Washington, and Yamhill counties.

 

Together, volunteers removed nearly 9,000 pounds of litter and debris, helping prevent pollution from traveling through local waterways to beaches and the Pacific Ocean. Volunteers also cleared over 9,450 square feet of invasive species, an area larger than three tennis courts, and mulched 300 plants to support healthier habitats and more resilient landscapes.

 

“Every year, Beach & Riverside Cleanup shows what is possible when people unite to care for the places they call home,” said Kris Carico, CEO of SOLVE. “This year, we saw that community action take many forms, from cleaning beaches and rivers to removing invasive plants and caring for neighborhood spaces. These local efforts add up to a meaningful regional impact.”

 

Oregon Coast: Cleaning Up for People and Wildlife

 

Along the Oregon Coast, 25 cleanup events from Astoria/Warrenton to Gold Beach invited volunteers to remove litter and marine debris from beaches, shorelines and coastal recreation areas.

Several projects connected cleanup efforts directly to wildlife protection. At Siltcoos Beach, volunteers helped remove marine debris near protected western snowy plover nesting habitat, while other coastal projects focused on keeping beaches and coastal recreation areas clean and safe for wildlife and visitors. In Gold Beach, Paws for Nature combined a community beach cleanup with a dog walk, giving people and their four-legged companions a chance to care for the coastline.

 

 

Thank You to Our Volunteers and Partners

SOLVE extends its gratitude to the volunteers, event leaders, business partners and organizations who made the 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup possible. Their time and effort helped make a visible difference across Oregon and Southwest Washington.

 

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, Oregon Department of Parks and Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

To learn more about SOLVE and find upcoming volunteer opportunities, visit solve.org.

 

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn. 

Attached Media Files: Press Release: Beach & Riverside Cleanup Impact, Photo: SOLVE volunteers at Rockaway Beach Cleanup, Photo: SOLVE volunteer at Netarts Bay Beach Cleanup during International Coastal Cleanup Day, Photo: SOLVE volunteer collecting marine debris,

Media Alert: Annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup At OMSI (Photo) - 09/17/26

***Media Advisory – All Media Are Invited***

 

What: Beach & Riverside Cleanup at OMSI

When: Saturday, September 19, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Where: 1945 SE Water Avenue, Portland, OR 97214 Map Link

 

Event Description: SOLVE staff and volunteers will celebrate the annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup along the Eastbank Esplanade and surrounding streets to clean up litter before it enters our beloved Willamette River. This family-friendly event welcomes individuals of all ages, providing an opportunity for community engagement and environmental responsibility.

 

Why: The Beach & Riverside Cleanup (September 18 – 27) spans three significant environmental days: International Coastal Cleanup (September 19), National Public Lands (September 26), and World Rivers (September 27). With 90+ projects taking place across Oregon and SW Washington, this initiative aims to prevent trash from inland sources, such as rivers and streets, from reaching our beaches and oceans. Keeping Portland's waterways clean is vital for the health of the community and the environment. SOLVE's mission focuses on empowering individuals and businesses to contribute to their communities, fostering a sense of pride and stewardship for our natural areas. Together, these efforts can create a cleaner, more inviting environment that reflects care for both the community and the planet.

 

Media Crews: Arrive by 9:45 am at the north OMSI parking lot to see approximately 50 volunteers of all ages of all ages checking in, collecting their cleanup supplies, receiving a safety speech and event overview, and then heading out in groups to pick up litter in the surrounding area. The event will run from 10 am to 12 pm, with volunteers expected to spread along the Eastbank Esplanade.

 

This event will have plenty of visuals of volunteers picking up litter, making for great community packages, VOs, and VOSOTS.

Available interviewees: 

  • Kris Carico, Chief Executive Officer, SOLVE
     

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, Oregon Department of Parks and Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

 

For more information visit solve.org/beach-riverside, or event registration page to sign up.

 

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About SOLVE:

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. You can follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn or at www.solve.org. 

Attached Media Files: Media Alert: SOLVE Beach & Riverside Cleanup OMSI, Photo: SOLVE volunteers at OMSI,

Media Alert: Annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup At OMSI (Photo) - 09/17/26

***Media Advisory – All Media Are Invited***

 

What: Beach & Riverside Cleanup at OMSI

When: Saturday, September 19, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Where: 1945 SE Water Avenue, Portland, OR 97214 Map Link

 

Event Description: SOLVE staff and volunteers will celebrate the annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup along the Eastbank Esplanade and surrounding streets to clean up litter before it enters our beloved Willamette River. This family-friendly event welcomes individuals of all ages, providing an opportunity for community engagement and environmental responsibility.

 

Why: The Beach & Riverside Cleanup (September 18 – 27) spans three significant environmental days: International Coastal Cleanup (September 19), National Public Lands (September 26), and World Rivers (September 27). With 90+ projects taking place across Oregon and SW Washington, this initiative aims to prevent trash from inland sources, such as rivers and streets, from reaching our beaches and oceans. Keeping Portland's waterways clean is vital for the health of the community and the environment. SOLVE's mission focuses on empowering individuals and businesses to contribute to their communities, fostering a sense of pride and stewardship for our natural areas. Together, these efforts can create a cleaner, more inviting environment that reflects care for both the community and the planet.

 

Media Crews: Arrive by 9:45 am at the north OMSI parking lot to see approximately 50 volunteers of all ages of all ages checking in, collecting their cleanup supplies, receiving a safety speech and event overview, and then heading out in groups to pick up litter in the surrounding area. The event will run from 10 am to 12 pm, with volunteers expected to spread along the Eastbank Esplanade.

 

This event will have plenty of visuals of volunteers picking up litter, making for great community packages, VOs, and VOSOTS.

Available interviewees: 

  • Kris Carico, Chief Executive Officer, SOLVE
     

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, Oregon Department of Parks and Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

 

For more information visit solve.org/beach-riverside, or event registration page to sign up.

 

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About SOLVE:

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. You can follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn or at www.solve.org. 

Attached Media Files: Media Alert: SOLVE Beach & Riverside Cleanup OMSI, Photo: SOLVE volunteers at OMSI,

Pick It Up, Bend! Returns September 27 With Community Cleanup And Chance To Win Jack Johnson Concert Tickets (Photo) - 09/16/26

Portland, Ore., September 16, 2026 – Following a successful inaugural event in 2025, SOLVE is bringing Pick It Up, Bend! back to the community on Sunday, September 27, from 10 am to noon. Volunteers will gather at the Old Mill District for a litter cleanup, with all participating volunteers entered into a free drawing for two tickets to the sold-out Jack Johnson concert that evening.

 

Individuals, families, businesses, and community organizations are invited to take part in the cleanup and help create a visible, immediate impact on some of Bend’s most popular community spaces. Volunteers will spread throughout the Old Mill District to remove litter and help keep these shared spaces clean and welcoming.

 

This year’s event also continues SOLVE’s partnership with the Johnson Ohana Foundation and Jack Johnson’s All At Once community. Following the cleanup, SOLVE will participate as a Village Green partner at the Jack Johnson concert that evening, connecting a morning of community action with an evening focused on music, community, and the environment.

 

“Pick It Up! continues to grow because communities are ready to come together and take action in the places they call home,” said Kris Carico, CEO of SOLVE. “We’re excited to bring the series back to Bend for a second year and to continue building our partnership with the Johnson Ohana Foundation. It’s a great opportunity to connect local volunteers with a broader movement that shows how community action can make a difference.”

 

As an added part of the day, all participating volunteers will be entered into a free drawing for two tickets to the Jack Johnson concert. SOLVE will also be joined by Stio, providing snacks and beverages for volunteers.

 

 

Event Details

 

What: Pick It Up, Bend!
When: Sunday, September 27, 2026 | 10 am – 12 pm
Where: Old Mill District and Hayden Homes Amphitheater, Bend
Who: Individuals, families, businesses, and community organizations
Registration: SOLVE | Pick It Up, Bend!

 

Please note: Participation in the cleanup does not include or guarantee concert admission. Two concert tickets will be awarded to the recipient of the drawing.

Pick It Up, Bend! is made possible through the support of Old Mill District, Hayden Homes Theatre, Lithia & Driveway, and Cascade Disposal.

 

About Pick It Up!

Pick It Up! is SOLVE's regional cleanup initiative that brings residents, businesses, and community organizations together to improve shared public spaces city-by-city. Following successful events in Portland, Vancouver, Milwaukie, Bend, Medford, and Salem, the program continues to expand opportunities for community involvement across Oregon and Southwest Washington.

 

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn. 

Attached Media Files: Flyer: Pick It Up, Bend!, Photo: Pick It Up, Bend! 2025, Photo: Aerial shot Hayden Homes Theatre, JJM_26_GreenVillage_Partner.png, Press Release: Pick It Up, Bend!,

Pick It Up, Bend! Returns September 27 With Community Cleanup And Chance To Win Jack Johnson Concert Tickets (Photo) - 09/16/26

Portland, Ore., September 16, 2026 – Following a successful inaugural event in 2025, SOLVE is bringing Pick It Up, Bend! back to the community on Sunday, September 27, from 10 am to noon. Volunteers will gather at the Old Mill District for a litter cleanup, with all participating volunteers entered into a free drawing for two tickets to the sold-out Jack Johnson concert that evening.

 

Individuals, families, businesses, and community organizations are invited to take part in the cleanup and help create a visible, immediate impact on some of Bend’s most popular community spaces. Volunteers will spread throughout the Old Mill District to remove litter and help keep these shared spaces clean and welcoming.

 

This year’s event also continues SOLVE’s partnership with the Johnson Ohana Foundation and Jack Johnson’s All At Once community. Following the cleanup, SOLVE will participate as a Village Green partner at the Jack Johnson concert that evening, connecting a morning of community action with an evening focused on music, community, and the environment.

 

“Pick It Up! continues to grow because communities are ready to come together and take action in the places they call home,” said Kris Carico, CEO of SOLVE. “We’re excited to bring the series back to Bend for a second year and to continue building our partnership with the Johnson Ohana Foundation. It’s a great opportunity to connect local volunteers with a broader movement that shows how community action can make a difference.”

 

As an added part of the day, all participating volunteers will be entered into a free drawing for two tickets to the Jack Johnson concert. SOLVE will also be joined by Stio, providing snacks and beverages for volunteers.

 

 

Event Details

 

What: Pick It Up, Bend!
When: Sunday, September 27, 2026 | 10 am – 12 pm
Where: Old Mill District and Hayden Homes Amphitheater, Bend
Who: Individuals, families, businesses, and community organizations
Registration: SOLVE | Pick It Up, Bend!

 

Please note: Participation in the cleanup does not include or guarantee concert admission. Two concert tickets will be awarded to the recipient of the drawing.

Pick It Up, Bend! is made possible through the support of Old Mill District, Hayden Homes Theatre, Lithia & Driveway, and Cascade Disposal.

 

About Pick It Up!

Pick It Up! is SOLVE's regional cleanup initiative that brings residents, businesses, and community organizations together to improve shared public spaces city-by-city. Following successful events in Portland, Vancouver, Milwaukie, Bend, Medford, and Salem, the program continues to expand opportunities for community involvement across Oregon and Southwest Washington.

 

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn. 

Attached Media Files: Flyer: Pick It Up, Bend!, Photo: Pick It Up, Bend! 2025, Photo: Aerial shot Hayden Homes Theatre, JJM_26_GreenVillage_Partner.png, Press Release: Pick It Up, Bend!,

Media Alert: SOLVE And Clackamas Water Environment Services Wrap-Up Summer-long Waterway Cleanup Series With Cleanup At High Rocks Park, Gladstone (Photo) - 09/14/26

***Media Advisory – All Media Are Invited***

 

What: Waterway Cleanup Series Wrap-Up event at High Rocks Park

When: Wednesday, September 16, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Where: 2 82nd Drive Gladstone, OR 97027 | Map Link

 

Event Description: Join SOLVE for the concluding event of the Waterway Cleanup Series, a recurring and much-anticipated initiative in collaboration with Clackamas Water Environment Services. From May through September, SOLVE actively promotes and lends support to an array of litter cleanup projects across the region, all dedicated to elevating the cleanliness of our rivers, streams, and creeks. This final event of the summer-long series will help beautify the riverbanks of the Clackamas River and celebrate the culmination of 55 cleanups along various waterways, lakes, and recreational areas, across Oregon such as the Willamette, Molalla, Rogue, Siletz, Clackamas, and Columbia rivers.

 

Why: Oregon's rivers are renowned for their beauty, yet they face ongoing threats from litter and runoff from developed areas. The need to clean our waterways has never been more critical. SOLVE invites volunteers of all ages to participate in this final event of the summer initiative, aimed at removing litter from our rivers, streams, and creeks. Together, we can take meaningful steps to ensure our communities benefit from safe, healthy water for generations to come.

 

Media Crews: Arrive by 9:45 am on the pedestrian bridge crossing the Clackamas River located right next to the DMV to see approximately 50 volunteers of all ages checking in, collecting their cleanup supplies, receiving a safety speech and event debrief, and then heading out in groups to pick up litter along the Clackamas River.

 

This event will feature plenty of visuals of volunteers picking up litter along the Clackamas riverbanks and at High Rocks Park, making for great community packages, VOs, and VOSOTS.

Available interviewees:

  • Kris Carico, Chief Executive Officer, SOLVE
  • Ron Wierenga, Deputy Director, Clackamas Water Environment Services

Visit the event registration page or the Waterway Cleanup Series landing page on the SOLVE website for more information.

 

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About SOLVE:

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn.

 

About Clackamas Water Environment Services

Clackamas Water Environment Services produces clean water, protects water quality and recovers renewable resources. We do this by providing wastewater services, stormwater management, and environmental education. It’s our job to protect public health and support the vitality of our communities, natural environment, and economy. Learn more at: https://www.clackamas.us/wes.

 

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MEDIA CONTACTS:
For more information, please contact:

 

SOLVE

Stefanie Wich-Herrlein, Sr. Communications Manager

971-319-4503 - stefanie@solve.org   

 

 

Clackamas County Public & Government Affairs

Todd Loggan, Community Relations Specialist, Sr.

971.284.7149 - tloggan@clackamas.us

Attached Media Files: Media alert: Waterway Cleanup Series WrapUp at High Rocks Park, Photo: Group of SOLVE volunteers to wrap up Waterway Cleanup Series at High Rocks Park, Photo: SOLVE volunteers collecting litter along Clackamas River at High Rocks Park,

Media Alert: SOLVE And Clackamas Water Environment Services Wrap-Up Summer-long Waterway Cleanup Series With Cleanup At High Rocks Park, Gladstone (Photo) - 09/14/26

***Media Advisory – All Media Are Invited***

 

What: Waterway Cleanup Series Wrap-Up event at High Rocks Park

When: Wednesday, September 16, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Where: 2 82nd Drive Gladstone, OR 97027 | Map Link

 

Event Description: Join SOLVE for the concluding event of the Waterway Cleanup Series, a recurring and much-anticipated initiative in collaboration with Clackamas Water Environment Services. From May through September, SOLVE actively promotes and lends support to an array of litter cleanup projects across the region, all dedicated to elevating the cleanliness of our rivers, streams, and creeks. This final event of the summer-long series will help beautify the riverbanks of the Clackamas River and celebrate the culmination of 55 cleanups along various waterways, lakes, and recreational areas, across Oregon such as the Willamette, Molalla, Rogue, Siletz, Clackamas, and Columbia rivers.

 

Why: Oregon's rivers are renowned for their beauty, yet they face ongoing threats from litter and runoff from developed areas. The need to clean our waterways has never been more critical. SOLVE invites volunteers of all ages to participate in this final event of the summer initiative, aimed at removing litter from our rivers, streams, and creeks. Together, we can take meaningful steps to ensure our communities benefit from safe, healthy water for generations to come.

 

Media Crews: Arrive by 9:45 am on the pedestrian bridge crossing the Clackamas River located right next to the DMV to see approximately 50 volunteers of all ages checking in, collecting their cleanup supplies, receiving a safety speech and event debrief, and then heading out in groups to pick up litter along the Clackamas River.

 

This event will feature plenty of visuals of volunteers picking up litter along the Clackamas riverbanks and at High Rocks Park, making for great community packages, VOs, and VOSOTS.

Available interviewees:

  • Kris Carico, Chief Executive Officer, SOLVE
  • Ron Wierenga, Deputy Director, Clackamas Water Environment Services

Visit the event registration page or the Waterway Cleanup Series landing page on the SOLVE website for more information.

 

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About SOLVE:

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn.

 

About Clackamas Water Environment Services

Clackamas Water Environment Services produces clean water, protects water quality and recovers renewable resources. We do this by providing wastewater services, stormwater management, and environmental education. It’s our job to protect public health and support the vitality of our communities, natural environment, and economy. Learn more at: https://www.clackamas.us/wes.

 

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MEDIA CONTACTS:
For more information, please contact:

 

SOLVE

Stefanie Wich-Herrlein, Sr. Communications Manager

971-319-4503 - stefanie@solve.org   

 

 

Clackamas County Public & Government Affairs

Todd Loggan, Community Relations Specialist, Sr.

971.284.7149 - tloggan@clackamas.us

Attached Media Files: Media alert: Waterway Cleanup Series WrapUp at High Rocks Park, Photo: Group of SOLVE volunteers to wrap up Waterway Cleanup Series at High Rocks Park, Photo: SOLVE volunteers collecting litter along Clackamas River at High Rocks Park,

Beach & Riverside Cleanup In Portland: Volunteers Take Action Across The City (Photo) - 09/11/26

Portland, Ore., September 11, 2026 – SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup is bringing volunteers together across Oregon and Southwest Washington from September 18–27, with communities throughout Portland taking action to clean up local streets, parks, neighborhoods and the Willamette River.

 

From business partners in the NW Industrial District to community groups caring for school grounds and neighborhood parks, Portland’s cleanup events offer a range of ways to make a visible difference. Several events will also focus directly on the Willamette River and its shoreline, helping remove litter before it reaches the water and improving access to well-loved riverfront spaces.

 

Featured Beach & Riverside Cleanup Events in Portland:

 

NW Industrial Business Partner Cleanups Morning Project | Afternoon Project
NW Industrial District | September 18
Businesses, neighbors and community partners will come together to clean up the East, West and North zones of the NW Industrial District. Two cleanup times are available: 10 am–12 pm and 4–5:30 pm, making it easy to fit community action into the workday.

 

Peninsula Community Care Day
Peninsula Elementary School | September 19, 9:30 – 11 am
Peninsula PTA and community volunteers will remove invasive and overgrown vegetation around the school campus, particularly near the playground, while also cleaning up litter and helping maintain a safe, welcoming schoolyard.

 

Beach & Riverside Cleanup at OMSI
Eastbank Esplanade | September 19, 10 am – 12 pm
Volunteers will gather at OMSI before dispersing along the Eastbank Esplanade and surrounding streets to remove litter and help keep trash from reaching the Willamette River.

 

Southeast Cleanup at Powell Park
Powell Park | September 23, 10 am – 12 pm
Volunteers will clean up Powell Park and surrounding streets, helping care for a neighborhood gathering space while building community through local action.

 

Peace Memorial Park & Eastbank Esplanade Cleanup
Lloyd District | September 24, 10 am – 12 pm
Lloyd EcoDistrict will lead a cleanup spanning Peace Memorial Park, the northern Eastbank Esplanade, Duckworth Dock, and the Moda Center and Convention Center area, with volunteers removing litter and helping spruce up the park and address graffiti.

 

Duckworth Dock Beach Cleanup with PacifiCorp
Duckworth Dock | September 25, 12 – 1:30 pm
Human Access Project, in partnership with PacifiCorp, will lead a large-scale cleanup of the riverbank at Duckworth Dock. Volunteers will remove trash, rocks and concrete debris and clear vegetation to improve access to the popular swimming spot.

 

St. Johns Neighborhood Cleanup
St. Johns | September 26, 9 – 10:30 am
The St. Johns Neighborhood Association will bring community members together for a family-friendly neighborhood cleanup, with volunteers of all ages invited to help care for local streets and public spaces.

 

Trashy Hour Kenton Neighborhood Cleanup at Mayfly
Kenton | September 27, 11 am – 12 pm
The monthly Kenton neighborhood cleanup will bring volunteers together to remove litter from the community, with SOLVE providing cleanup supplies. Volunteers can stick around afterward as Mayfly opens at noon.

 

How to Get Involved

  • Volunteer: Browse local Beach & Riverside Cleanup events and register yourself or a group at volunteer.solve.org/beach-riverside
  • Bring your community: Invite friends, family, coworkers or neighbors to take part in a local cleanup or restoration project.

 

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, National Recreation and Park Association, Oregon State Park & Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

For more information or to register, visit solve.org/beach-riverside

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn.

Attached Media Files: Press Release: Beach & Riverside Cleanup Portland projects, Photo: SOLVE volunteers at OMSI, Photo: Peace memorial Park Cleanup, Photo: Duckworth Dock Beach Cleanup, Photo: SOLVE volunteers in SE Portland, Photo: Cathedral Park Cleanup,

Beach & Riverside Cleanup In Portland: Volunteers Take Action Across The City (Photo) - 09/11/26

Portland, Ore., September 11, 2026 – SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup is bringing volunteers together across Oregon and Southwest Washington from September 18–27, with communities throughout Portland taking action to clean up local streets, parks, neighborhoods and the Willamette River.

 

From business partners in the NW Industrial District to community groups caring for school grounds and neighborhood parks, Portland’s cleanup events offer a range of ways to make a visible difference. Several events will also focus directly on the Willamette River and its shoreline, helping remove litter before it reaches the water and improving access to well-loved riverfront spaces.

 

Featured Beach & Riverside Cleanup Events in Portland:

 

NW Industrial Business Partner Cleanups Morning Project | Afternoon Project
NW Industrial District | September 18
Businesses, neighbors and community partners will come together to clean up the East, West and North zones of the NW Industrial District. Two cleanup times are available: 10 am–12 pm and 4–5:30 pm, making it easy to fit community action into the workday.

 

Peninsula Community Care Day
Peninsula Elementary School | September 19, 9:30 – 11 am
Peninsula PTA and community volunteers will remove invasive and overgrown vegetation around the school campus, particularly near the playground, while also cleaning up litter and helping maintain a safe, welcoming schoolyard.

 

Beach & Riverside Cleanup at OMSI
Eastbank Esplanade | September 19, 10 am – 12 pm
Volunteers will gather at OMSI before dispersing along the Eastbank Esplanade and surrounding streets to remove litter and help keep trash from reaching the Willamette River.

 

Southeast Cleanup at Powell Park
Powell Park | September 23, 10 am – 12 pm
Volunteers will clean up Powell Park and surrounding streets, helping care for a neighborhood gathering space while building community through local action.

 

Peace Memorial Park & Eastbank Esplanade Cleanup
Lloyd District | September 24, 10 am – 12 pm
Lloyd EcoDistrict will lead a cleanup spanning Peace Memorial Park, the northern Eastbank Esplanade, Duckworth Dock, and the Moda Center and Convention Center area, with volunteers removing litter and helping spruce up the park and address graffiti.

 

Duckworth Dock Beach Cleanup with PacifiCorp
Duckworth Dock | September 25, 12 – 1:30 pm
Human Access Project, in partnership with PacifiCorp, will lead a large-scale cleanup of the riverbank at Duckworth Dock. Volunteers will remove trash, rocks and concrete debris and clear vegetation to improve access to the popular swimming spot.

 

St. Johns Neighborhood Cleanup
St. Johns | September 26, 9 – 10:30 am
The St. Johns Neighborhood Association will bring community members together for a family-friendly neighborhood cleanup, with volunteers of all ages invited to help care for local streets and public spaces.

 

Trashy Hour Kenton Neighborhood Cleanup at Mayfly
Kenton | September 27, 11 am – 12 pm
The monthly Kenton neighborhood cleanup will bring volunteers together to remove litter from the community, with SOLVE providing cleanup supplies. Volunteers can stick around afterward as Mayfly opens at noon.

 

How to Get Involved

  • Volunteer: Browse local Beach & Riverside Cleanup events and register yourself or a group at volunteer.solve.org/beach-riverside
  • Bring your community: Invite friends, family, coworkers or neighbors to take part in a local cleanup or restoration project.

 

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, National Recreation and Park Association, Oregon State Park & Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

For more information or to register, visit solve.org/beach-riverside

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn.

Attached Media Files: Press Release: Beach & Riverside Cleanup Portland projects, Photo: SOLVE volunteers at OMSI, Photo: Peace memorial Park Cleanup, Photo: Duckworth Dock Beach Cleanup, Photo: SOLVE volunteers in SE Portland, Photo: Cathedral Park Cleanup,

Beach & Riverside Cleanup In Milwaukie & Molalla: Local Volunteer Events Invite Community Action (Photo) - 09/11/26

Portland, Ore., September 11, 2026 – SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup is bringing volunteers together across Oregon and Southwest Washington from September 18–27, with nearly 100 volunteer opportunities to clean up and care for local beaches, waterways, parks and community spaces.

Communities in Milwaukie and Molalla offering several opportunities to care for local rivers, public spaces and recreation areas. From downtown streets and the river’s edge in Milwaukie to recreation sites, trails and riverside areas along the Molalla River, these local events give residents a chance to make a visible difference close to home.

 

Featured Beach & Riverside Cleanup Events:

 

Pick It Up, Milwaukie!
Milwaukie | September 19, 8:30 – 10:30
In partnership with Bob’s Red Mill, SOLVE is bringing back Pick It Up, Milwaukie! for its second year. Volunteers will clean up downtown streets, business corridors and nearby gathering spaces, as well as Milwaukie’s Bay Park, including the river’s edge. After the cleanup, participants can join the community’s Sustainability Fair nearby.

 

Molalla River Cleanup
Molalla | September 19, 9 am – 2 pm
Volunteers, in collaboration with the Bureau of Land Management, SOLVE and Molalla River Watch, will clean up recreation and day-use sites along the Molalla River while also helping with trail maintenance on the nearby Hardy Creek trail system.

 

Molalla River Watch Annual Fall Cleanup
Molalla | September 19, 9 am – 1 pm
Volunteers will gather at Feyrer Park before dispersing to public river access sites throughout the Molalla River Recreation Corridor. The cleanup will focus on removing trash along the river, with possible trail enhancement work, and will include a volunteer appreciation barbecue afterward.

 

Wagonwheel Park Cleanup
Molalla | September 27, 1 pm – 3 pm
Local Girl Scout troops will help clean up Wagonwheel Park, removing trash from the parking lot, pathways and riverside areas of this well-loved summer destination.

 

How to Get Involved

  • Volunteer: Browse local Beach & Riverside Cleanup events and register yourself or a group at volunteer.solve.org/beach-riverside
  • Bring your community: Invite friends, family, coworkers or neighbors to take part in a local cleanup or restoration project.

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, National Recreation and Park Association, Oregon State Park & Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

For more information or to register, visit solve.org/beach-riverside

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn.

 

Attached Media Files: Flyer: Pick It Up, Milwaukie, Photo: Molalla River Cleanup, Photo: Molalla River Watch, Press Release: beach & riverside Cleanup Milwaukie & Molalla projects,

Beach & Riverside Cleanup In Milwaukie & Molalla: Local Volunteer Events Invite Community Action (Photo) - 09/11/26

Portland, Ore., September 11, 2026 – SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup is bringing volunteers together across Oregon and Southwest Washington from September 18–27, with nearly 100 volunteer opportunities to clean up and care for local beaches, waterways, parks and community spaces.

Communities in Milwaukie and Molalla offering several opportunities to care for local rivers, public spaces and recreation areas. From downtown streets and the river’s edge in Milwaukie to recreation sites, trails and riverside areas along the Molalla River, these local events give residents a chance to make a visible difference close to home.

 

Featured Beach & Riverside Cleanup Events:

 

Pick It Up, Milwaukie!
Milwaukie | September 19, 8:30 – 10:30
In partnership with Bob’s Red Mill, SOLVE is bringing back Pick It Up, Milwaukie! for its second year. Volunteers will clean up downtown streets, business corridors and nearby gathering spaces, as well as Milwaukie’s Bay Park, including the river’s edge. After the cleanup, participants can join the community’s Sustainability Fair nearby.

 

Molalla River Cleanup
Molalla | September 19, 9 am – 2 pm
Volunteers, in collaboration with the Bureau of Land Management, SOLVE and Molalla River Watch, will clean up recreation and day-use sites along the Molalla River while also helping with trail maintenance on the nearby Hardy Creek trail system.

 

Molalla River Watch Annual Fall Cleanup
Molalla | September 19, 9 am – 1 pm
Volunteers will gather at Feyrer Park before dispersing to public river access sites throughout the Molalla River Recreation Corridor. The cleanup will focus on removing trash along the river, with possible trail enhancement work, and will include a volunteer appreciation barbecue afterward.

 

Wagonwheel Park Cleanup
Molalla | September 27, 1 pm – 3 pm
Local Girl Scout troops will help clean up Wagonwheel Park, removing trash from the parking lot, pathways and riverside areas of this well-loved summer destination.

 

How to Get Involved

  • Volunteer: Browse local Beach & Riverside Cleanup events and register yourself or a group at volunteer.solve.org/beach-riverside
  • Bring your community: Invite friends, family, coworkers or neighbors to take part in a local cleanup or restoration project.

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, National Recreation and Park Association, Oregon State Park & Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

For more information or to register, visit solve.org/beach-riverside

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn.

 

Attached Media Files: Flyer: Pick It Up, Milwaukie, Photo: Molalla River Cleanup, Photo: Molalla River Watch, Press Release: beach & riverside Cleanup Milwaukie & Molalla projects,

Beach & Riverside Cleanup In Greater Portland: Local Volunteer Events Invite Community Action (Photo) - 09/11/26

Portland, Ore., September 11, 2026 – SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup is bringing volunteers together across Oregon and Southwest Washington from September 18–27, with nearly 100 volunteer opportunities to clean up and care for local beaches, waterways, parks and community spaces.

 

From removing litter from sensitive waterways to caring for native plant gardens and cleaning up popular recreation areas, volunteers can take part in projects across Beaverton, Tualatin, Hillsboro and the surrounding region.

 

Featured Beach & Riverside Cleanup Events in Greater Portland

 

Native Plant Garden Work Party with Friends of Tualatin Hills Nature Park
Beaverton | September 19, 10 am – 12 pm
Volunteers will help spruce up the Native Plant Garden at Tualatin Hills Nature Park through weeding and mulching, with the possibility of removing ivy in the surrounding nature park. No gardening experience is necessary.

 

Tidy Up Downtown Hillsboro
Hillsboro | September 21, 9-12
Part of Hillsboro’s recurring Third Monday cleanup, this community event brings volunteers together to remove litter and graffiti in Downtown Hillsboro while giving back to the community.

 

Dawson Creek Cleanup
Hillsboro | September 26, 10 am – 12 pm
Volunteers will clean up Dawson Creek, an ecologically sensitive waterway and important habitat. The effort will focus on removing litter and waste before it can contribute to microplastics and pollutants in the creek.

 

Tualatin River Clean Up: Paddle Out!
Tualatin | September 26, 10 am – 2pm
Volunteers will take to the Tualatin River by canoe and kayak to remove trash from the water.

 

Pick Up for Pints at Binary Brewing
Beaverton | September 27, 11 am – 1 pm
Binary Brewing will host another community cleanup in Downtown Beaverton, inviting volunteers of all ages to help clean up the city before gathering back at the pub for a complimentary pint.

 

Hagg Lake Fall Shoreline Cleanup
Gaston | September 27, 11 am – 1 pm
Volunteers will help remove litter along the shoreline of one of the region’s popular outdoor recreation destinations, helping keep wildlife safe and the lake clean for people who hike, fish, paddle and play.

 

How to Get Involved

  • Volunteer: Browse local Beach & Riverside Cleanup events and register yourself or a group at volunteer.solve.org/beach-riverside
  • Bring your community: Invite friends, family, coworkers or neighbors to take part in a local cleanup or restoration project.

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, National Recreation and Park Association, Oregon State Park & Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

For more information or to register, visit solve.org/beach-riverside

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn.

Attached Media Files: Press Release: Beach 7 Riverside Cleanup Greater Portland projects, Photo: Dawson Creek Cleanup, Photo: Friends of Tualatin Hills, Photo: Hagg Lake Cleanup, Photo: Tualatin River Paddle,

Beach & Riverside Cleanup In Greater Portland: Local Volunteer Events Invite Community Action (Photo) - 09/11/26

Portland, Ore., September 11, 2026 – SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup is bringing volunteers together across Oregon and Southwest Washington from September 18–27, with nearly 100 volunteer opportunities to clean up and care for local beaches, waterways, parks and community spaces.

 

From removing litter from sensitive waterways to caring for native plant gardens and cleaning up popular recreation areas, volunteers can take part in projects across Beaverton, Tualatin, Hillsboro and the surrounding region.

 

Featured Beach & Riverside Cleanup Events in Greater Portland

 

Native Plant Garden Work Party with Friends of Tualatin Hills Nature Park
Beaverton | September 19, 10 am – 12 pm
Volunteers will help spruce up the Native Plant Garden at Tualatin Hills Nature Park through weeding and mulching, with the possibility of removing ivy in the surrounding nature park. No gardening experience is necessary.

 

Tidy Up Downtown Hillsboro
Hillsboro | September 21, 9-12
Part of Hillsboro’s recurring Third Monday cleanup, this community event brings volunteers together to remove litter and graffiti in Downtown Hillsboro while giving back to the community.

 

Dawson Creek Cleanup
Hillsboro | September 26, 10 am – 12 pm
Volunteers will clean up Dawson Creek, an ecologically sensitive waterway and important habitat. The effort will focus on removing litter and waste before it can contribute to microplastics and pollutants in the creek.

 

Tualatin River Clean Up: Paddle Out!
Tualatin | September 26, 10 am – 2pm
Volunteers will take to the Tualatin River by canoe and kayak to remove trash from the water.

 

Pick Up for Pints at Binary Brewing
Beaverton | September 27, 11 am – 1 pm
Binary Brewing will host another community cleanup in Downtown Beaverton, inviting volunteers of all ages to help clean up the city before gathering back at the pub for a complimentary pint.

 

Hagg Lake Fall Shoreline Cleanup
Gaston | September 27, 11 am – 1 pm
Volunteers will help remove litter along the shoreline of one of the region’s popular outdoor recreation destinations, helping keep wildlife safe and the lake clean for people who hike, fish, paddle and play.

 

How to Get Involved

  • Volunteer: Browse local Beach & Riverside Cleanup events and register yourself or a group at volunteer.solve.org/beach-riverside
  • Bring your community: Invite friends, family, coworkers or neighbors to take part in a local cleanup or restoration project.

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, National Recreation and Park Association, Oregon State Park & Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

For more information or to register, visit solve.org/beach-riverside

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn.

Attached Media Files: Press Release: Beach 7 Riverside Cleanup Greater Portland projects, Photo: Dawson Creek Cleanup, Photo: Friends of Tualatin Hills, Photo: Hagg Lake Cleanup, Photo: Tualatin River Paddle,

Beach & Riverside Cleanup In The Willamette Valley & Central Oregon: Local Volunteer Events Invite Community Action (Photo) - 09/10/26

Portland, Ore., September 10, 2026 – SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup is bringing volunteers together across Oregon and Southwest Washington from September 18–27, with nearly 100 volunteer opportunities to clean up and care for local beaches, waterways, parks and community spaces.

 

In the Willamette Valley and surrounding Cascade communities, Beach & Riverside Cleanup will give volunteers opportunities to care for waterways, public lands, parks and trails. From preventing litter from reaching Salem’s waterways to cleaning lakes in the Breitenbush Cascades and restoring trails for mountain bikers, local projects offer a range of ways to get involved this September.

 

Featured Beach & Riverside Cleanup Events in the Willamette Valley & Central Oregon

 

Clean Streams National Cleanup Day Event
Salem | September 19, 10 am–12 pm
The City of Salem’s Clean Streams Team will bring volunteers together at Cascades Gateway Park to remove litter before it can flow into Walter Wirth Lake and Mill Creek. The cleanup is part of National Cleanup Day and SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup.

 

Disciples of Dirt Mountain Biking Trail Maintenance – Teaching the Basics
September 19, 9 am–12 pm
Disciples of Dirt will teach volunteers the fundamentals of mountain biking trail maintenance before putting those skills into practice through hands-on drainage and tread improvements. Participants can bring their bikes and ride the trails after the volunteer project.

 

Downtown Bend & Cascade Lakes Highway Cleanup
Bend | September 23, 4 pm –7 pm
Volunteers will help clean up along the trail system from the Bend spillway toward the Cascade Lakes Highway, removing litter from an area connecting Bend’s waterways and surrounding communities.

 

Public Lands Day Weekend – Breitenbush
Breitenbush | September 26, 9:30 am–4:30 pm
Volunteers will help clean Elk, Dunlap and Short Lakes as part of the Friends of the Breitenbush Cascades’ Adopt-A-River and Love-Your-Lakes initiatives. SOLVE registrants can also take advantage of free camping at Cleator Bend Group Campground for the weekend.

 

McMinnville Park Cleanup Party
McMinnville | September 27, 10 am–12 pm
Volunteers of all ages will gather at Kiwanis/Joe Dancer Park to pick up litter and remove invasive species. The first 50 volunteers to arrive will receive a free McMinnville T-shirt, with support from local community and watershed partners.

 

Upper Clackamas River Cleanup
Upper Clackamas River | September 26, 9 am–12 pm
For its third annual cleanup, volunteers will help remove trash from dispersed campsites and other areas along the Wild and Scenic Upper Clackamas River. The cleanup will be followed by a community picnic from noon to 1 pm.

 

How to Get Involved

  • Volunteer: Browse local Beach & Riverside Cleanup events and register yourself or a group at volunteer.solve.org/beach-riverside
  • Bring your community: Invite friends, family, coworkers or neighbors to take part in a local cleanup or restoration project.

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, National Recreation and Park Association, Oregon State Park & Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

 

For more information or to register, visit solve.org/beach-riverside

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn.

 

Attached Media Files: Press Release: Beach & Riverside Cleanup Projects Central Oregon & Willamette Valley, Photo: Breitenbush Public Lands Day, Photo: Dirt Bike Trail Maintenance, Flyer: McMinnville Park Cleanup, Flyer: Upper Clackamas Cleanup,

Beach & Riverside Cleanup In The Willamette Valley & Central Oregon: Local Volunteer Events Invite Community Action (Photo) - 09/10/26

Portland, Ore., September 10, 2026 – SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup is bringing volunteers together across Oregon and Southwest Washington from September 18–27, with nearly 100 volunteer opportunities to clean up and care for local beaches, waterways, parks and community spaces.

 

In the Willamette Valley and surrounding Cascade communities, Beach & Riverside Cleanup will give volunteers opportunities to care for waterways, public lands, parks and trails. From preventing litter from reaching Salem’s waterways to cleaning lakes in the Breitenbush Cascades and restoring trails for mountain bikers, local projects offer a range of ways to get involved this September.

 

Featured Beach & Riverside Cleanup Events in the Willamette Valley & Central Oregon

 

Clean Streams National Cleanup Day Event
Salem | September 19, 10 am–12 pm
The City of Salem’s Clean Streams Team will bring volunteers together at Cascades Gateway Park to remove litter before it can flow into Walter Wirth Lake and Mill Creek. The cleanup is part of National Cleanup Day and SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup.

 

Disciples of Dirt Mountain Biking Trail Maintenance – Teaching the Basics
September 19, 9 am–12 pm
Disciples of Dirt will teach volunteers the fundamentals of mountain biking trail maintenance before putting those skills into practice through hands-on drainage and tread improvements. Participants can bring their bikes and ride the trails after the volunteer project.

 

Downtown Bend & Cascade Lakes Highway Cleanup
Bend | September 23, 4 pm –7 pm
Volunteers will help clean up along the trail system from the Bend spillway toward the Cascade Lakes Highway, removing litter from an area connecting Bend’s waterways and surrounding communities.

 

Public Lands Day Weekend – Breitenbush
Breitenbush | September 26, 9:30 am–4:30 pm
Volunteers will help clean Elk, Dunlap and Short Lakes as part of the Friends of the Breitenbush Cascades’ Adopt-A-River and Love-Your-Lakes initiatives. SOLVE registrants can also take advantage of free camping at Cleator Bend Group Campground for the weekend.

 

McMinnville Park Cleanup Party
McMinnville | September 27, 10 am–12 pm
Volunteers of all ages will gather at Kiwanis/Joe Dancer Park to pick up litter and remove invasive species. The first 50 volunteers to arrive will receive a free McMinnville T-shirt, with support from local community and watershed partners.

 

Upper Clackamas River Cleanup
Upper Clackamas River | September 26, 9 am–12 pm
For its third annual cleanup, volunteers will help remove trash from dispersed campsites and other areas along the Wild and Scenic Upper Clackamas River. The cleanup will be followed by a community picnic from noon to 1 pm.

 

How to Get Involved

  • Volunteer: Browse local Beach & Riverside Cleanup events and register yourself or a group at volunteer.solve.org/beach-riverside
  • Bring your community: Invite friends, family, coworkers or neighbors to take part in a local cleanup or restoration project.

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, National Recreation and Park Association, Oregon State Park & Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

 

For more information or to register, visit solve.org/beach-riverside

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn.

 

Attached Media Files: Press Release: Beach & Riverside Cleanup Projects Central Oregon & Willamette Valley, Photo: Breitenbush Public Lands Day, Photo: Dirt Bike Trail Maintenance, Flyer: McMinnville Park Cleanup, Flyer: Upper Clackamas Cleanup,

Beach & Riverside Cleanup In In Southern Oregon: Local Volunteer Events Invite Community Action (Photo) - 09/10/26

Portland, Ore., September 10, 2026 – SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup is bringing volunteers together across Oregon and Southwest Washington from September 18–27, nearly 100 opportunities to clean up and care for local beaches, waterways, parks and community spaces.

In Southern Oregon, Beach & Riverside Cleanup will bring volunteers together across the Rogue Valley to care for local communities, natural areas and the Bear Creek watershed. The region will see cleanup and restoration projects from Medford to Ashland, Talent and Phoenix, including several projects taking place as part of Bear Creek Stewardship Day on September 19.

 

Featured Beach & Riverside Cleanup Events in Southern Oregon

 

Downtown Medford Clean Up
Medford | September 18, 8 AM – 10 PM
The Downtown Medford Association will bring volunteers together to clean up and beautify the heart of downtown Medford, helping make a visible difference in the community.

 

Bear Creek Stewardship Day – Wranglers Arena
Ashland | September 19, 8:30 am–12 pm
Sponsored by Southern Oregon Geocaching, this Bear Creek Stewardship Day project will bring volunteers together at Wranglers Arena to care for the Bear Creek watershed and surrounding natural areas.

 

Bear Creek Stewardship Day – Lynn Newbry Park
Talent | September 19, 8:30 am–12 pm
Volunteers will gather at Lynn Newbry Park as part of Bear Creek Stewardship Day, joining community members across the Rogue Valley in caring for the Bear Creek watershed.

 

Bear Creek Stewardship Day – Blue Heron Park
Phoenix | September 19, 8:30 am–12 pm
Sponsored by Save The Phoenix Wetlands and Pollinator Project Rogue Valley, this project will combine pollinator garden maintenance, invasive plant removal in wetland areas and litter cleanup.

 

Bear Creek Stewardship Day – Coyote Trails Nature Center
Medford | September 19, 8:30 am–12 pm
Sponsored by Rogue Valley Sewer Services, volunteers will help with litter cleanup and pollinator garden maintenance at Coyote Trails Nature Center, supporting a healthier Bear Creek watershed and local habitat.

 

How to Get Involved

  • Volunteer: Browse local Beach & Riverside Cleanup events and register yourself or a group at volunteer.solve.org/beach-riverside
  • Bring your community: Invite friends, family, coworkers or neighbors to take part in a local cleanup or restoration project.

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, National Recreation and Park Association, Oregon State Park & Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

 

For more information or to register, visit solve.org/beach-riverside

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn. 

Attached Media Files: Press Release: Beach & Riverside Cleanup Southern Oregon Projects, Flyer: Downtown Medford Cleanup, Photo: Bear Creek Stewardship Days, Photo: Bear Creek Stewardship Days, Photo: Bear Creek Stewardship Days, Photo: Bear Creek Stewardship Days,

Beach & Riverside Cleanup In In Southern Oregon: Local Volunteer Events Invite Community Action (Photo) - 09/10/26

Portland, Ore., September 10, 2026 – SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup is bringing volunteers together across Oregon and Southwest Washington from September 18–27, nearly 100 opportunities to clean up and care for local beaches, waterways, parks and community spaces.

In Southern Oregon, Beach & Riverside Cleanup will bring volunteers together across the Rogue Valley to care for local communities, natural areas and the Bear Creek watershed. The region will see cleanup and restoration projects from Medford to Ashland, Talent and Phoenix, including several projects taking place as part of Bear Creek Stewardship Day on September 19.

 

Featured Beach & Riverside Cleanup Events in Southern Oregon

 

Downtown Medford Clean Up
Medford | September 18, 8 AM – 10 PM
The Downtown Medford Association will bring volunteers together to clean up and beautify the heart of downtown Medford, helping make a visible difference in the community.

 

Bear Creek Stewardship Day – Wranglers Arena
Ashland | September 19, 8:30 am–12 pm
Sponsored by Southern Oregon Geocaching, this Bear Creek Stewardship Day project will bring volunteers together at Wranglers Arena to care for the Bear Creek watershed and surrounding natural areas.

 

Bear Creek Stewardship Day – Lynn Newbry Park
Talent | September 19, 8:30 am–12 pm
Volunteers will gather at Lynn Newbry Park as part of Bear Creek Stewardship Day, joining community members across the Rogue Valley in caring for the Bear Creek watershed.

 

Bear Creek Stewardship Day – Blue Heron Park
Phoenix | September 19, 8:30 am–12 pm
Sponsored by Save The Phoenix Wetlands and Pollinator Project Rogue Valley, this project will combine pollinator garden maintenance, invasive plant removal in wetland areas and litter cleanup.

 

Bear Creek Stewardship Day – Coyote Trails Nature Center
Medford | September 19, 8:30 am–12 pm
Sponsored by Rogue Valley Sewer Services, volunteers will help with litter cleanup and pollinator garden maintenance at Coyote Trails Nature Center, supporting a healthier Bear Creek watershed and local habitat.

 

How to Get Involved

  • Volunteer: Browse local Beach & Riverside Cleanup events and register yourself or a group at volunteer.solve.org/beach-riverside
  • Bring your community: Invite friends, family, coworkers or neighbors to take part in a local cleanup or restoration project.

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, National Recreation and Park Association, Oregon State Park & Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

 

For more information or to register, visit solve.org/beach-riverside

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn. 

Attached Media Files: Press Release: Beach & Riverside Cleanup Southern Oregon Projects, Flyer: Downtown Medford Cleanup, Photo: Bear Creek Stewardship Days, Photo: Bear Creek Stewardship Days, Photo: Bear Creek Stewardship Days, Photo: Bear Creek Stewardship Days,

Beach & Riverside Cleanup In In Vancouver & Southwest Washington: Local Volunteer Events Invite Community Action (Photo) - 09/10/26

Portland, Ore., September 10, 2026 – SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup is bringing volunteers together across Oregon and Southwest Washington from September 18–27, with nearly 100 volunteer opportunities to clean up and care for local beaches, waterways, parks and community spaces.

 

In Southwest Washington, Beach & Riverside Cleanup events will connect community action with clean waterways, healthy habitats and care for some of Vancouver’s most-loved public spaces. From Waterfront Park and the Renaissance Trail to historic Covington House and Ellsworth Springs West, volunteers can take part in cleanup and restoration projects throughout the region.

 

Featured Beach & Riverside Cleanup Events in Vancouver & Southwest Washington

 

Migratory Bird Celebration
Vancouver | September 19, 10 am – 1 pm
Vancouver Audubon and the City of Vancouver’s Water Resources Education Center are teaming up for the third annual Migratory Bird Celebration. This free, family-friendly event will feature games, crafts and bird outings while highlighting the importance of clean water, native plants, insects and healthy habitats for migrating birds.

 

Clean & Green: Waterfront Park Cleanup
Vancouver | September 19, 10 am – 12 pm
SOLVE’s Clean & Green Series will bring volunteers together at Waterfront Park, downtown Vancouver and the Renaissance Trail to remove litter and care for community spaces. Volunteers will meet at the waterfront across from Evoke Winery before dispersing into the surrounding area for the cleanup.

 

Esther Short Cleanup with SOLVE – Give More 24!
Vancouver | September 24, 10 am – 12 pm
SOLVE will partner with Give More 24! for a community litter cleanup beginning at Esther Short Park. Volunteers can give back to the community while taking part in Southwest Washington’s annual day of giving.

 

National Public Lands Day – Ivy Removal at the Historic Covington House
Vancouver | September 24, 9 am – 12 pm
The City of Vancouver, Vancouver’s NatureSpaces program, and the Clark County Historical Museum are bringing volunteers together to remove invasive ivy around the historic Covington House. Built in 1848, the site is the oldest Euro-American structure in Washington and a significant part of Vancouver’s history.

 

Ellsworth Springs West – Natural Area Ivy Removal
Vancouver | September 26, 10 am – 12 pm
Volunteers will work together to remove harmful ivy from trees at Ellsworth Springs West, helping protect native trees, wildlife habitat and biodiversity in the natural area.

 

Cleanup at Operation Understanding – Couve Collective
Vancouver | September 26, 11 am–12 pm
SOLVE and Couve Collective will kick off the organization’s Operation Understanding block party with a community litter cleanup. Volunteers are invited to stick around afterward for food, live music and local vendors through 5 pm.

 

How to Get Involved

  • Volunteer: Browse local Beach & Riverside Cleanup events and register yourself or a group at volunteer.solve.org/beach-riverside
  • Bring your community: Invite friends, family, coworkers or neighbors to take part in a local cleanup or restoration project.

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, National Recreation and Park Association, Oregon State Park & Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

For more information or to register, visit solve.org/beach-riverside

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn. 

Attached Media Files: Press Release: Beach & Riverside Cleanup Vancouver Projects, Photo: Litter Cleanup Vancouver, Photo: Couve Collective Volunteers, Photo: Invasive removal, Flyer: Audubon Migratory Bird Celebration,

Beach & Riverside Cleanup In In Vancouver & Southwest Washington: Local Volunteer Events Invite Community Action (Photo) - 09/10/26

Portland, Ore., September 10, 2026 – SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup is bringing volunteers together across Oregon and Southwest Washington from September 18–27, with nearly 100 volunteer opportunities to clean up and care for local beaches, waterways, parks and community spaces.

 

In Southwest Washington, Beach & Riverside Cleanup events will connect community action with clean waterways, healthy habitats and care for some of Vancouver’s most-loved public spaces. From Waterfront Park and the Renaissance Trail to historic Covington House and Ellsworth Springs West, volunteers can take part in cleanup and restoration projects throughout the region.

 

Featured Beach & Riverside Cleanup Events in Vancouver & Southwest Washington

 

Migratory Bird Celebration
Vancouver | September 19, 10 am – 1 pm
Vancouver Audubon and the City of Vancouver’s Water Resources Education Center are teaming up for the third annual Migratory Bird Celebration. This free, family-friendly event will feature games, crafts and bird outings while highlighting the importance of clean water, native plants, insects and healthy habitats for migrating birds.

 

Clean & Green: Waterfront Park Cleanup
Vancouver | September 19, 10 am – 12 pm
SOLVE’s Clean & Green Series will bring volunteers together at Waterfront Park, downtown Vancouver and the Renaissance Trail to remove litter and care for community spaces. Volunteers will meet at the waterfront across from Evoke Winery before dispersing into the surrounding area for the cleanup.

 

Esther Short Cleanup with SOLVE – Give More 24!
Vancouver | September 24, 10 am – 12 pm
SOLVE will partner with Give More 24! for a community litter cleanup beginning at Esther Short Park. Volunteers can give back to the community while taking part in Southwest Washington’s annual day of giving.

 

National Public Lands Day – Ivy Removal at the Historic Covington House
Vancouver | September 24, 9 am – 12 pm
The City of Vancouver, Vancouver’s NatureSpaces program, and the Clark County Historical Museum are bringing volunteers together to remove invasive ivy around the historic Covington House. Built in 1848, the site is the oldest Euro-American structure in Washington and a significant part of Vancouver’s history.

 

Ellsworth Springs West – Natural Area Ivy Removal
Vancouver | September 26, 10 am – 12 pm
Volunteers will work together to remove harmful ivy from trees at Ellsworth Springs West, helping protect native trees, wildlife habitat and biodiversity in the natural area.

 

Cleanup at Operation Understanding – Couve Collective
Vancouver | September 26, 11 am–12 pm
SOLVE and Couve Collective will kick off the organization’s Operation Understanding block party with a community litter cleanup. Volunteers are invited to stick around afterward for food, live music and local vendors through 5 pm.

 

How to Get Involved

  • Volunteer: Browse local Beach & Riverside Cleanup events and register yourself or a group at volunteer.solve.org/beach-riverside
  • Bring your community: Invite friends, family, coworkers or neighbors to take part in a local cleanup or restoration project.

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, National Recreation and Park Association, Oregon State Park & Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

For more information or to register, visit solve.org/beach-riverside

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn. 

Attached Media Files: Press Release: Beach & Riverside Cleanup Vancouver Projects, Photo: Litter Cleanup Vancouver, Photo: Couve Collective Volunteers, Photo: Invasive removal, Flyer: Audubon Migratory Bird Celebration,

Beach & Riverside Cleanup On The Oregon Coast: Coastal Communities Invited To Take Action This September (Photo) - 09/10/26

Portland, Ore., September 10, 2026 – SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup is bringing volunteers together along the Oregon Coast and across Oregon and Southwest Washington from September 18–27. Coastal communities in six Oregon counties will have opportunities to clean up beaches and coastal areas, with the majority of coastal events taking place on International Coastal Cleanup Day, September 19.

International Coastal Cleanup Day brings communities around the world together to remove litter and marine debris from coastlines and waterways. By taking part locally, Oregon volunteers can help protect the beaches, waterways and coastal communities they know and love.

 

Featured Beach & Riverside Cleanup Events on the Oregon Coast:

 

Mile MeetUp, Paddle, & Clean Up at the Salmon River
Otis | September 19, 9 am–1 pm
Join River Sea Ranger Ken Sund and Oregon Shores for a paddle on the Salmon River followed by a guided walk and cleanup along the Salmon River South Spit. The family-friendly event is part of Oregon Shores’ Coast Watch Adopt-a-Mile Program and is open to participants with their own kayaks or other watercraft.

 

Wreck of the Peter Iredale Beach Cleanup
Warrenton | September 19, 10 am–12 pm
SOLVE, Fort George Brewery and Oregon Shores are teaming up for a community cleanup at Peter Iredale Beach in Fort Stevens State Park. Volunteers will remove consumer waste, marine debris and micro-trash along one of the coast’s most recognizable stretches of shoreline.

 

Sand Lake Beach & Riverside Cleanup
Pacific City | September 19, 10 am – 1 pm
Volunteers of all ages are invited to join this family-friendly cleanup at Sand Lake, helping remove litter from the beach and surrounding area.

 

Netarts/Oceanside Fall Beach Cleanup
Netarts | September 19, 12 pm – 2 pm
Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS and Oceanside Action Partnership are bringing the community together for a fall beach cleanup, with volunteers able to start at either The Schooner Restaurant or the upper parking lot at Oceanside Beach.

 

Beach Cleanup at Horsefall OHV Staging Area
North Bend | September 19, 10 am–1 pm
Willamette Valley Wheelers, in partnership with PNW4WDA Region 6, will bring off-road enthusiasts, families and community members together to remove litter and marine debris from Horsfall Beach Road and surrounding recreation areas.

 

Clean Up Sitka Sedge State Natural Area
Cloverdale | September 21, 10 am –1 pm
Volunteers will clean trails and sandy beaches within the Snowy Plover Management Area at Sitka Sedge State Natural Area. With nesting season ending just before the event, the cleanup offers an opportunity to remove marine debris that has accumulated throughout the spring and summer while helping protect habitat for wildlife.

 

National Public Lands Day at Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area
Newport | September 26, 9 am – 3 pm
Celebrate National Public Lands Day with the Yaquina Head team through a variety of volunteer projects, including a beach cleanup, invasive plant removal and garden maintenance. The event will also celebrate the Bureau of Land Management’s 80th birthday with local partners and community activities.

 

National Public Lands Day Siltcoos Beach Cleanup for Snowy Plovers
Florence | September 26, 10 am – 12 pm
The U.S. Forest Service and SOLVE are teaming up for a beach cleanup at Siltcoos Beach Day Use Area, a critical nesting area for western snowy plovers. Volunteers will learn about the threatened shorebirds before heading onto the beach to remove litter and marine debris.

 

Paws for Nature – Gold Beach
Gold Beach | September 26, 11 am – 1 pm
This community-focused cleanup combines a beach walk and dog-friendly cleanup. Volunteers can bring their pups, help remove litter along the coast or simply enjoy a day outdoors while supporting cleaner habitat for people, pets and wildlife.

 

Experience the Elk
Elk River | September 26, 9 am – 2 pm
The Curry Soil and Water Conservation District invites volunteers to bike along the Elk River from the Elk River Salmon Hatchery to Butler Bar Campground while picking up litter along the way. Participants can bring their own bike or reserve an e-bike, then return to the hatchery for a free lunch and community celebration.

 

How to Get Involved

  • Volunteer: Browse local Beach & Riverside Cleanup events and register yourself or a group at volunteer.solve.org/beach-riverside
  • Bring your community: Invite friends, family, coworkers or neighbors to take part in a local cleanup or restoration project.

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, National Recreation and Park Association, Oregon State Park & Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

For more information or to register, visit solve.org/beach-riverside

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn.

 

 

 

Attached Media Files: Press Release: Beach & Riverside Cleanup Coastal Projects, Photo: Sitka Sedge Cleanup, Photo: Yaquina Head Cleanup, Flyer: Netarts / Oceanside Cleanup, Flyer: Siltcoos Beach Cleanup, Flyer: Experience the Elk Cleanup, Photo: Peter Iredale Cleanuo,

Beach & Riverside Cleanup On The Oregon Coast: Coastal Communities Invited To Take Action This September (Photo) - 09/10/26

Portland, Ore., September 10, 2026 – SOLVE’s annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup is bringing volunteers together along the Oregon Coast and across Oregon and Southwest Washington from September 18–27. Coastal communities in six Oregon counties will have opportunities to clean up beaches and coastal areas, with the majority of coastal events taking place on International Coastal Cleanup Day, September 19.

International Coastal Cleanup Day brings communities around the world together to remove litter and marine debris from coastlines and waterways. By taking part locally, Oregon volunteers can help protect the beaches, waterways and coastal communities they know and love.

 

Featured Beach & Riverside Cleanup Events on the Oregon Coast:

 

Mile MeetUp, Paddle, & Clean Up at the Salmon River
Otis | September 19, 9 am–1 pm
Join River Sea Ranger Ken Sund and Oregon Shores for a paddle on the Salmon River followed by a guided walk and cleanup along the Salmon River South Spit. The family-friendly event is part of Oregon Shores’ Coast Watch Adopt-a-Mile Program and is open to participants with their own kayaks or other watercraft.

 

Wreck of the Peter Iredale Beach Cleanup
Warrenton | September 19, 10 am–12 pm
SOLVE, Fort George Brewery and Oregon Shores are teaming up for a community cleanup at Peter Iredale Beach in Fort Stevens State Park. Volunteers will remove consumer waste, marine debris and micro-trash along one of the coast’s most recognizable stretches of shoreline.

 

Sand Lake Beach & Riverside Cleanup
Pacific City | September 19, 10 am – 1 pm
Volunteers of all ages are invited to join this family-friendly cleanup at Sand Lake, helping remove litter from the beach and surrounding area.

 

Netarts/Oceanside Fall Beach Cleanup
Netarts | September 19, 12 pm – 2 pm
Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS and Oceanside Action Partnership are bringing the community together for a fall beach cleanup, with volunteers able to start at either The Schooner Restaurant or the upper parking lot at Oceanside Beach.

 

Beach Cleanup at Horsefall OHV Staging Area
North Bend | September 19, 10 am–1 pm
Willamette Valley Wheelers, in partnership with PNW4WDA Region 6, will bring off-road enthusiasts, families and community members together to remove litter and marine debris from Horsfall Beach Road and surrounding recreation areas.

 

Clean Up Sitka Sedge State Natural Area
Cloverdale | September 21, 10 am –1 pm
Volunteers will clean trails and sandy beaches within the Snowy Plover Management Area at Sitka Sedge State Natural Area. With nesting season ending just before the event, the cleanup offers an opportunity to remove marine debris that has accumulated throughout the spring and summer while helping protect habitat for wildlife.

 

National Public Lands Day at Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area
Newport | September 26, 9 am – 3 pm
Celebrate National Public Lands Day with the Yaquina Head team through a variety of volunteer projects, including a beach cleanup, invasive plant removal and garden maintenance. The event will also celebrate the Bureau of Land Management’s 80th birthday with local partners and community activities.

 

National Public Lands Day Siltcoos Beach Cleanup for Snowy Plovers
Florence | September 26, 10 am – 12 pm
The U.S. Forest Service and SOLVE are teaming up for a beach cleanup at Siltcoos Beach Day Use Area, a critical nesting area for western snowy plovers. Volunteers will learn about the threatened shorebirds before heading onto the beach to remove litter and marine debris.

 

Paws for Nature – Gold Beach
Gold Beach | September 26, 11 am – 1 pm
This community-focused cleanup combines a beach walk and dog-friendly cleanup. Volunteers can bring their pups, help remove litter along the coast or simply enjoy a day outdoors while supporting cleaner habitat for people, pets and wildlife.

 

Experience the Elk
Elk River | September 26, 9 am – 2 pm
The Curry Soil and Water Conservation District invites volunteers to bike along the Elk River from the Elk River Salmon Hatchery to Butler Bar Campground while picking up litter along the way. Participants can bring their own bike or reserve an e-bike, then return to the hatchery for a free lunch and community celebration.

 

How to Get Involved

  • Volunteer: Browse local Beach & Riverside Cleanup events and register yourself or a group at volunteer.solve.org/beach-riverside
  • Bring your community: Invite friends, family, coworkers or neighbors to take part in a local cleanup or restoration project.

SOLVE’s 2026 Beach & Riverside Cleanup is proudly supported by Clean Water Services, Kaiser Permanente, Knife River, Keep America Beautiful, Metro, National Recreation and Park Association, Oregon State Park & Recreation, Owens Corning, Portco Packaging, Tillamook, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc., and KOIN.

For more information or to register, visit solve.org/beach-riverside

 

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn.

 

 

 

Attached Media Files: Press Release: Beach & Riverside Cleanup Coastal Projects, Photo: Sitka Sedge Cleanup, Photo: Yaquina Head Cleanup, Flyer: Netarts / Oceanside Cleanup, Flyer: Siltcoos Beach Cleanup, Flyer: Experience the Elk Cleanup, Photo: Peter Iredale Cleanuo,