The 39th Annual Russian River Watershed Cleanup

Flat Rock Park, Santa Rosa Site

Help protect Santa Rosa Creek—one of the Russian River’s vital tributaries—by removing harmful trash before winter rains wash it into the ocean. This location sees Steelhead spawning during the annual run, and is an especially important area to protect.

📝 Event Details:

🗓 Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025

🕘Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

📍Location: Flat Rock Park – Santa Rosa, Corner of Yulupa Circle & Yulupa Avenue (NOT the online Flat Rock Park address—see map below!) You’ll check in with your site leader Bridget Palmer near the bridge at Yulupa Circle & Yulupa Ave. Parking and registration are right at the corner.

🎁 Volunteer Perk: All volunteers receive a free thank-you gift!

👟 This site features a moderate walking route with some natural foliage.

What’s Provided: Gloves, Trash grabbers, Bags, Free daily parking pass (available at check-in — just display it on your dashboard), A thank-you gift for your time and impact!

Why it matters: We know that 80% of ocean trash starts on land. Your cleanup helps protect wildlife and stop pollution before it flows downstream during the winter months. We can’t wait to get out on the river with you!

💚 Be part of the solution. Join us for a morning of impact, fresh air, and community! Sign up today and help keep Santa Rosa’s most treasured waterway clean!