Salt Creek Watershed Network Yearly Spring Cleanup
SALT CREEK WATERSHED NETWORK SPRING CLEANUP
Saturday April 18, 2026 9am
Bemis Woods North Picnic area (off Wolf Rd between Ogden & 31st St)
Calling all nature lovers to join us once again for the annual Salt Creek Spring Cleanup. After another long winter, this is the time to get out for some fresh air, reconnect with like-minded friends and neighbors an put some love and care into our local environment during Earth Day week. There will be environmental programs and a complimentary bbq lunch courtesy of GZA GeoEnvironmental following the cleanup. All are welcome. Minors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Watercraft Participants: will meet at the Bemis Woods North footbridge at 7am to prepare for launch. Email Rebecca at [email protected] for more information.
Land Participants: meet by 9am at the footbridge to sign in and pick up your cleanup gear and area assignments.
Scout and youth groups:
We host an award-winning educational walking tour at one of the more scenic spots prior to cleaning up the area, a valuable community service. Leaders please contact Scott Saacke at 424-241-8192 for more information.
Location: The entrance to the Bemis Woods North parking area is on the west side of Wolf Road, north of Ogden Avenue and south of 31st Street near Western Springs. You’ll see the sign.
About us:
The Salt Creek Watershed Network is a nonprofit organization made up of residents who live in communities bordering the Salt Creek Watershed from Elk Grove Village to Lyons where the waterway joins the Des Plaines River. We sponsor cleanups and support efforts to raise public awareness of our environmental challenges. We have recently been recognized at the 13th annual Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Sustainability Summit, and by the Illinois Governor’s Hometown Award for public service. Visit our website at www.saltcreekwatershed.org and check out our Facebook page from there for updates. If you enjoy this event, consider joining us!
Event Links
Website: https://go.evvnt.com/3568541-0
