NRCD 2024 - Site #24: San Tomas Aquino Creek, San Jose
Register today and volunteer to help clean a creek near you! This cleanup site is hosted by West Valley Clean Water Authority.
Date and time
Location
San Tomas Aquino Creek at Westmont Ave
5112 Westmont Avenue San Jose, CA 95130About this event
- 3 hours
Join us for National River Cleanup Day on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 9 a.m. to noon.
Register today and be the solution to water pollution in Santa Clara County! We welcome volunteers of all ages!
Every participant must sign the provided waiver found on https://cleanacreek.org/volunteer-info-2/, and minors must be accompanied by an adult. Email us at volunteer@valleywater.org if you have any questions about this cleanup site.
- Cleanup supplies will be provided. Gloves, bags, and other cleanup supplies will be provided on-site.
- Stay hydrated! Bring and fill up your reusable water bottle before you head out.
- Don’t forget to wear sunscreen and a hat!
- Wear comfortable clothing, long pants, and closed-toe shoes.
Talk trash and help spread awareness about littering by sharing cleanup posts and photos through social media. Tag us using the hashtag #NRCD2024 on Instagram and Facebook (@scvwd) or X (Twitter) (@valleywater).
About National River Cleanup:
National River Cleanup Day is a nationwide effort to protect our rivers, watersheds, and wildlife from trash and debris. Since its inception by American Rivers in 1991, more than 1.3 million volunteers have participated in thousands of cleanups across the country, covering more than 261,000 miles of waterways and removing more than 32.5 million pounds of litter and debris. The Creek Connections Action Group coordinates the effort in Santa Clara County.
Frequently asked questions
Yes! Please speak with your Site-Coordinator at the end of the cleanup. If you use a digital verification platform or did not get your hours signed off at the event, contact volunteer@valleywater.org with proof of participation.
Yes! You can see our other Santa Clara County cleanup sites at https://cleanacreek.org/upcoming-events/ or email us at volunteer@valleywater.org. For sites outside of Santa Clara County, check out www.americanrivers.org.
Yes, please register participants separately as signed waivers will be required from each participant.
All ages are welcome to join National River Cleanup Day! All youth volunteers must be accompanied by an adult and have an event waiver signed by a guardian. Please check the site details before registering. Some sites are not suitable for youth volunteers.