ALTON - The Three Rivers Project of Sierra Club Illinois is calling for volunteers to support a litter clean-up in celebration of Presidents’ Day! This litter clean-up will help rid the creek environment and walking path of debris that harms habitats, threatens aquatic life, pollutes our rivers, and endangers coastal environments. Learn more and register to volunteer at https://sc.org/prez2026.
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The clean-up is hosted by the Three Rivers Project of Sierra Club Illinois and will launch from the trail head of the bike and pedestrian trail at 10:00am on Monday, February 16. It will focus on removing litter and debris along the creek corridor behind the new Holiday Inn Express.
“The Metro-East community is situated at the confluence of the Mississippi, Illinois, and Missouri Rivers, and the Three Rivers Project aims to preserve the integrity of the rivers, wetlands, forests, and floodplains in the region,” said Three Rivers Project co-Coordinator Christine Favilla. “Removing litter and debris from the region’s natural areas and waterways is critical. This work ensures that debris doesn’t make its way into our rivers, wreaking havoc on the environment and public health. Plus, it’s a great way to discover this hidden gem!”
About the Sierra Club
The Sierra Club is America’s largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization, with more than 3.8 million members and supporters. In addition to protecting every person's right to get outdoors and access the healing power of nature, the Sierra Club works to promote clean energy, safeguard the health of our communities, protect wildlife, and preserve our remaining wild places through grassroots activism, public education, lobbying, and legal action. For more information, visit www.sierraclub.org.
