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Richland Creek West Park Stream Cleanup

August 29 @ 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
RICHLAND CREEK CLEANUP AUGUST 29 11 AM - 1 PM Join the Cumberland River Compact at Richland Creek in West Park for a stream cleanup!

Join the Cumberland River Compact for a stream cleanup at Richland Creek in West Park! This beautiful section of Richland Creek features clear, shallow water, allowing volunteers to wade through the stream while removing litter and debris from the creek channel, surrounding banks, and nearby greenway.

Richland Creek flows into the Cumberland River, so removing litter from this area helps protect water quality throughout the larger Cumberland River basin. Your participation is part of a broader effort to preserve the health and beauty of Nashville’s waterways for future generations.

Meetup and Parking:
West Park on Richland Creek located at 6105 Morrow Rd, Nashville, TN 37209

Go to the parking lot at the end of this address and look for Cumberland River Compact staff. The area we will be focusing on for the cleanup is right off of the greenway.

Copy and paste the following coordinates into your GPS as the best way to find us: 36°09’39.6″N 86°51’58.3″W

What to Bring & Wear:

  • Clothing that can get wet and dirty. Long pants are recommended.
  • Closed-toe shoes that can get wet and remain securely on your feet, such as sturdy water shoes, old sneakers, or boots. Please do not wear sandals or flip-flops.
  • A hat and sunscreen for sun protection.
  • A filled reusable water bottle and snacks, if needed.

What We Provide:

  • Gloves, litter grabbers, trash bags, safety vests, and all necessary cleanup materials.
  • A brief educational talk about Nashville’s waterways and the importance of protecting local water quality.

Volunteer Requirements:

  • Registration below is required. Every volunteer must complete their own registration, and volunteers under 18 must ensure a parent or guardian acknowledges the volunteer agreement below.
  • Volunteers of all ages and abilities are welcome. This is a family-friendly event! Young children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • If you are volunteering to receive service-hour credit, please bring any necessary documentation from your school or organization for a staff member to sign at the end of the event.

Contact:

For questions or additional information, please contact volunteer@cumberlandrivercompact.org.

Looking to volunteer with a group? Please contact our team at volunteer@cumberlandrivercompact.org to be connected with this event or another opportunity, depending on availability. Private volunteer events are available through a donation-based partnership with the Compact.

 

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