Clean Streams Day 2024

Our 48th annual Clean Streams Day is more than a river cleanup; it celebrates the life of local author and environmental advocate Wilma Dykeman. We honor Dykeman's enduring legacy and profound contributions to the French Broad watershed by continuing her fight for environmental justice.

To learn more about Wilma Dykeman's legacy, please visit Wilma Dykeman Legacy.

Clean Streams Day 2024 artwork by Paul Harmon

Thank you to all our volunteers who made a difference at the 48th annual Clean Streams Day!

The collective efforts of our community led to the removal of a staggering 2,000+ pounds of litter, including tires, car parts, a shopping cart, kids’ toys, and more. Their actions have made a significant difference to our environment.

We extend a special thank you to our event sponsor, Wrongway Campground, for their invaluable support. Their fantastic facility was the perfect setting for our afterparty, and their delicious meal was a wonderful way to end the day. We also want to express our gratitude to our sponsors: Archetype Brewing, New Belgium Brewing, French Broad Outfitters, RiverLink, and Devils Foot.

We encourage you to stay connected with Asheville GreenWorks by joining our VOMO hub for future volunteer opportunities. We've launched an exciting series called Hoppy Waters Wednesday, where we clean up different creeks in Buncombe County and then celebrate at a local brewery. It's a great way to make a difference and have fun.

If you enjoy clean streams in our community, please consider supporting future litter cleanups by donating below.

Thank you again, everyone! See you next time.

Thank you to our sponsors

  • Wrong Way Campground www.wrongwaycampground.com

  • Archetype Brewing www.archetypebrewing.com

  • New Belgium Brewing www.newbelgium.com

  • French Broad Outfitters www.frenchbroadoutfitters.com

  • RiverLink www.riverlink.org

  • Devil's Foot Beverage Co. www.devilsfootbrew.com

Interested in sponsoring Clean Streams Day?

Clean Streams Day plays a crucial role in preserving the natural environment of Western North Carolina (WNC) by mobilizing community volunteers annually. By sponsoring this initiative, your businesses is providing financial support to sustain year-round conservation endeavors. These efforts include maintaining Trash Trout installations, organizing cleanups along rivers and creeks, and providing education on water quality. Clean Streams Day contributes significantly to protecting and enhancing the region's ecosystems by fostering collaboration between volunteers and sponsors.

We sincerely value your consideration of this opportunity and eagerly anticipate the prospect of collaborating with you to showcase your company's dedication to environmental stewardship.