Activities Cleanup
Many of Arkansas’ streams are polluted from people inappropriately disposing of trash. Litter reaches our waterways through many avenues including: direct dumping into the stream and runoff from road ditches and urban areas. This litter is unsightly and in some cases can lead to water quality issues.
Litter is a significant problem to Arkansas’ waters and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Stream Team Program allocates resources to help combat this problem. However, we need your help. Stream Teams from across the state annually collect hundreds of tons of trash helping Arkansas keep its reputation as the “Natural State”. New and current stream teams can request assistance from the Regional Stream Team Coordinators in planning and executing stream clean-up events. Request assistance with clean-up activities by emailing your request: click on the “Contact Us” tab, under the “Support” tab on the home screen. At your request, we will also put your clean-up event on the “Calendar” so that other stream teamers can attend.
Planning Your Pickup:
Land Rights Issues
Individuals owning land adjacent to the cleanup area should be contacted and informed of the event. Volunteers should also be made aware of property boundaries and property access limitations.
Site Inspection
Become familiar with the clean-up area in order to identify any safety issues and to get an idea of the volume of trash to be collected.
Trash Hauling and Disposal
Prior to the clean-up be sure to arrange for vehicles to haul trash and contact local officials to arrange for disposal at landfills, dumpsters, and/or recycling centers.
Equipment Needed
| Hat | Sunglasses |
| Chest or hip waders | Gloves |
| Rope | Trash bags |
| First-aid kit | Insect repellent |
| Sunscreen | Water and lunch |
| Canoes, boats, and paddles | Life jackets |
| Trucks and trailers |
Finally, don’t forget to invite as many volunteers as possible and invite local media outlets to your event.
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