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Mountain Island Clean Up
September 6, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Fall into the New this September and help clean up America’s Oldest River. Bring your own boat or borrow one of ours and prepare to have an unforgettable experience on the water.
The New River Conservancy will supply canoes, life jackets, and shuttle with additional support from Keep Alleghany Litter Free, NC State Parks, New River Wildlife Conservation Club, and NC Wild Life Federation.
Meet at 963 Duck Roost Ln, Mouth of Wilson, VA 24363 at 10:00 AM.
HOW TO PLAN FOR YOUR RIVER CLEAN-UP:
- PFDs (Personal Flotation Devices) REQUIRED for your safety
- Sturdy gloves for picking up trash and debris
- Dress to get wet and dirty–you WILL get wet and dirty!
- Wear river-safe shoes, preferably with a closed toe–no flip-flops, please!
- Bring a kayak or canoe if you have them!
In the event of severe weather or poor river conditions, the clean-up will be cancelled. Please refer to the clean-up organizers to know if a clean-up is cancelled.
Questions? Contact Will Sowards at Will@newriverconservancy.org