Blue River Rescue #36

The Thomas Hart Benton Group of the Missouri Sierra Club Chapter is not sponsoring or leading this cleanup but would like to make you aware of it. Below is the description. Join the Heartland Conservation Alliance stream team for the 36th Annual Project Blue River Rescue organized by the Friends of Lakeside Nature Center and Little Blue River Watershed Coalition. Help us care for the Blue River watershed from 9:00–11:00 AM at the Municipal Farm Conservation Easement (owned and managed by Kansas City but monitored by Heartland Conservation Alliance) along the Blue River (near 4601 E. Coal Mine Road, KCMO 64129; see GPS coordinates for parking location). Volunteers will work together to clean up the site, making a real impact on the health of the river and surrounding habitat. After the clean-up, head over to Lakeside Nature Center for a free hot dog lunch from 11:00 AM–1:00 PM. Bring along any “trash treasures” you found during the clean-up to enter the Trash Contest at noon, the crowd will vote on the most unique finds! Every year, volunteers discover some truly interesting items, and we can’t wait to see what you uncover. Join us for a morning of restoration, fun, and community. We look forward to seeing you there! Volunteer Qualifications: You must: Register before the event for yourself AND any legal dependents under 18 or adults under your legal guardianship. Review and accept the Volunteer Waiver of Liability, Assumption of Risks, and Photo Release: If you are 18 or older, click the link below to review the waiver and then electronically confirm your acceptance when finalizing your registration. If you are under 18, you can register along with your parent or guardian. What to Bring: Plenty of water appropriate for your needs and weather conditions. Sunscreen and/or bug spray as appropriate. Breathable yet protective clothing appropriate for the working conditions and weather. Closed-toed shoes (no sandals) are required. Long pants and socks are highly…