General Description
It's challenge time again and we need to defend our title as 2023 champs. Other cities, counties, and organizations are salivating at the prospect of besting us but they don't stand a chance because our volunteers are simply amazing. Join us as we aim to win another year of largest, most impactful event on the river (though everyone wins in the end so its all good. A little competition never hurts).
The Mississippi River is an impressive and historic waterway in Minnesota that runs for 2,340 miles to the Gulf of Mexico. The river is an important waterway through our county that unfortunately picks up a lot of trash along the way. Pollution not only hurts the environment but can be also be detrimental to local health of both humans and animals and the economy. What we do here in Minnesota directly impacts the remaining 1,700 miles of river and we are aiming to set a good example.
We will be cleaning up the shoreline, greenway, and walking trails near the Wakota Bridge Trailhead in South St. Paul. Enjoy the event by the banks of the mighty river and help maintain one of our beautiful MN treasures. All supplies and training will be provided by county staff.
Help us notch another year of victory in this fun and inspiring challenge. For more information about the challenge, check out the website at https://goodhuecountymn.gov/1485/Mighty-Mississippi-Cleanup or check out this fun video about why we are choosing this challenge - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eHGmWo3wZ3Q.
Location
Mississippi River Greenway - Wakota Bridge Trailhead
682 Verderosa Avenue
South St. Paul, MN 55075
Date/Time
Date: Thursday, May 09
Time: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Help pick up garbage and other debris from the riverfront, roadside, parking areas, and trail system.
- Weather permitting - spring in MN is always a toss up!
- More details will go out as we get closer to the actual event date.
Minimum Qualifications
- Open to all ages, corporate groups, families, etc.
- Supplies and training will be provided.
- If you would like to volunteer as a group (families not included), please contact our Volunteer Coordinator before registering.
Minimum Time Commitment
1.5 hours
Activity Level
Medium - May involve varying amounts of activity (long walks, rough terrain, and moderate physical exertion. May not be recommended for volunteers with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes recommended.
Contact Information
Garrett Zaffke | Community Relations and Volunteer Services Coordinator
Dakota County Communications
1590 Highway 55| Hastings, MN 55033
Direct: (651) 438-4635 | Fax: (651) 438-4405 | Email: garrett.zaffke@co.dakota.mn.us
