Head Out For Fall Cleanup With Keep Rockland Beautiful

ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY — It's the first day of fall, time to plan outdoor activities.

Here's an idea: volunteer with Keep Rockland Beautiful. Because of the coronavirus pandemic, they've got two types of clean-up project — a DIY version and organized group events.

If you want to join a group event, here's what's scheduled right now:

• Minisceongo Creek Watershed Alliance (Garnerville): 10/17 Event Details
• Nanuet Chamber of Commerce: 10/17 Event Details
• Village of Spring Valley: 10/24 Event Details

If you want to choose your own time and location, they'll equip you no matter when and where you go. SIGN UP.

In the fall, KRB focuses on ways to improve local waterways.

And one easy way to do that is to pay attention to storm drains. "Since they lead right into our streams and lakes (and not into a sewage treatment system!), it's critically important that they are debris-free," organizers said.

By the way, Keep Rockland Beautiful will hold its annual fall gala as a virtual get-together Nov. 19. The fall fundraiser is critical to keep KRB going.

To support KRB's efforts, please consider becoming a member or making a donation.