City of Water Day 2025: Passaic River Cleanup & Paddles
2 Camp Ln, Fairfield, NJ 07004 40.8978651,-74.2802894"City of Water Day" is an initiative led by the Waterfront Alliance, the NY/NJ Harbor Estuary Program, and the Hudson River Foundation, aimed at fostering community engagement with water resources. This initiative spans the region, encouraging communities to join in river cleanups and paddling events. GSWA will participate by conducting a local stream cleanup along the Passaic River in Fairfield, NJ, and welcomes participants throughout the day to lend a hand. Additionally, short kayaking excursions will be organized for cleanup participants so they experience the beauty of the river they are working to protect. Register today to be a part of this important event in support of clean water and land! DETAILS Participants will engage in cleaning up trash including small items such as plastic bottles and carryout food containers as well as larger items like tires and coolers and everything in between. GSWA will provide gloves, trash pickers, and trash bags. Trash will be brought to a nearby location for pick-up by the local DPW the following week. The event runs 9:30 am - 1:30 pm on July 12, 2025 Location: 2 Camp Lane, Fairfield, NJ Clean-up is open to all ages / Kayaking is open to adults and […]