The Alameda County Unincorporated Area Clean Water Program, in partnership with EarthTeam, East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD) and community volunteers hosted a successful cleanup and beautification event at Don Castro Regional Recreation Area for MLK Jr. Day of Service.
Seventy volunteers and staff removed 3.5 cubic yards of trash from the creek and park areas. Volunteers also cleared invasive French broom and weeded areas targeted for native plant restoration. Educational activities included water testing and a talk on healthy creeks, emphasizing litter prevention and environmental stewardship.
“This event showcased the power of community action to protect and enhance our natural spaces,” said Jennifer Trevis, Alameda County Resource Conservation District’s Resource Conservationist and Clean Water Program Representative.
The Alameda County Unincorporated Area Clean Water Program thanks all participants for contributing to this impactful day of service. For more information on future events, sign up for the volunteer opportunities email listserve here: acrcd.org – Clear Water Outreach Program under Projects.
