Do Good: The 3rd Annual Great St. Johns River Cleanup
The annual Great St. Johns River Cleanup is back for its third year.
Courtesy St. Johns River Cleanup
The annual Great St. Johns River Cleanup is back for its third year, bringing together local governments, businesses, and environmental organizations in a collaborative effort to restore and protect one of Florida’s most iconic waterways. Organized by St. Johns RIVERKEEPER, this large-scale cleanup event will take place from March 15 to April 26, with coordinated efforts spanning multiple counties within the St. Johns River watershed.
A United Front for a Cleaner River
For years, individual counties have held their own cleanup events along the St. Johns River during the spring. Recognizing the potential for a greater impact through collaboration, St. Johns RIVERKEEPER and its partners combined efforts to create a unified cleanup initiative.
“Several counties were independently organizing cleanups every year,” says Jimmy Orth, Executive Director of St. Johns RIVERKEEPER. “By joining forces, we’ve been able to increase participation, recruit more partners, and amplify our impact on the river and surrounding communities.”
This coordinated approach not only helps remove more litter from the environment but also raises awareness about the harmful effects of pollution on the river’s ecosystem.
Cleanup Event Schedule by County
This year’s cleanup events will take place on the following dates:
- Duval County – March 15
- Volusia County – April 5
- Orange County – April 12
- Seminole County – April 26
- Clay County – TBD
- Putnam County – TBD
As the event dates approach, additional cleanup sites will be added. Volunteers can visit StJohnsRiverCleanup.com to find updates on locations and opportunities to participate.
Courtesy St. Johns River Cleanup
Making a Difference Together
Since the launch of this collaborative cleanup effort, more than 2,600 volunteers have removed an estimated 3,000 bags of trash from the St. Johns River watershed. This initiative not only improves water quality and wildlife habitats but also fosters a sense of community among those who cherish Florida’s natural resources.
Even if you are unable to attend an official cleanup, you can still contribute by picking up litter in your own neighborhood or local park. To be part of the movement online, share a photo of your cleanup efforts on Instagram using #StJohnsRiverCleanUp and tag @sjriverkeeper between March 15 and April 26 for a chance to be featured.
Together, every piece of trash removed brings us closer to a cleaner, healthier St. Johns River. Join the movement, take action, and help protect Florida’s waterways for future generations.
