River Rats Service Project April 29
The Hofmann Dam River Rats Annual Spring River Clean-Up
Saturday, April 29
9 am to noon
Join the dedicated Hofmann Dam River Rats in their semi-annual litter cleanup along the banks of the Des Plaines River. Enjoy the outdoors and learn about the river while helping your local natural areas.
*Disposable gloves, bags, refreshments and training will be provided
*Dress for the weather and to work along the river. Wear sturdy shoes/boots, long sleeves and long pants that can get dirty, and work gloves. Dressing in layers and wearing a hat is recommended.
*Overflow parking is available at Stella’s (3903 Joliet Ave, Lyons)
Meet at the forest preserve area east of the Lyons side of the Barrypoint Bridge and the Hofmann Tower.
Work will include removing trash from the DesPlaines River and the river bank.
The Hofmann River Rats is a registered not-for-profit organization, service hours will be given.
Please have the River Rats sign our service hour form for you.
