Amador County – The 2011 Mokelumne River volunteer cleanup day is Saturday, Sept. 17 at six sites from Pioneer to Clements.

Coordinator Randy Berg of Foothill Conservancy said “cleanup participants will work along the river’s banks, in the river, and on Pardee and Camanche Reservoirs removing trash accumulated through the summer months. Previous cleanups have cumulatively removed tons of trash and recyclables.”

He said participants “always have a great time while they do something good for our local river.” The cleanup “benefits wildlife and water quality” while keeping the river beautiful for visitors.

Six staging locations are: the Highway 26/North Fork Mokelumne crossing, Electra Road, the Middle Bar area, Pardee Reservoir, Camanche Reservoir, and the lower Mokelumne from the Mokelumne Day Use area downstream to Stillman McGee Park.

Flotation devices are recommended for those working close to the water. Properly equipped paddlers are welcome to help from the river at the Electra, Middle Bar, and possibly other sites. Those under 18 are welcome if accompanied by adults.

Participants must register in advance by calling the Foothill Conservancy, or visiting its website, or the East Bay Municipal Utility District website.

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