Alice Ferguson Potomac River Watershed Cleanup

Alice Ferguson Foundation’s Potomac River Watershed Cleanup welcomes thousands of volunteers each year to support our local watershed area. This year, the Foundation is focusing on land stewardship projects! Join the Trust and the Alice Ferguson Foundation to preserve and protect our park!

When:
Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 9 am – 12 pm

Where:
C&O Canal National Historical Park – Weverton
Keep Tryst Rd, Knoxville, MD 21758

Parking:
Parking for Weverton is available at the Weverton Cliffs parking lot. From there, walk south on the Appalachian Trail to Keep Tryst Road. We will meet inside the park gates near the towpath. Please allow an extra 15-20 minutes to walk from the parking lot to the towpath.

Restrooms:
There are no restrooms at this location. The nearest bathrooms in the park are at Brunswick. It is advisable that you visit restrooms before arriving at Weverton.

Anticipated Project:

Trash removal

Service Project Descriptions:
Trash Removal

Who:
All ages are welcome, but parents must remain on-site and responsible for their children the entire time. No drop-offs. Student Service Learning (SSL) hours are available; just bring your forms from school, and we’ll be happy to sign them.

Provided Onsite:

Required forms, clipboards, and pens
All project materials: work gloves, trash bags, etc.
First-aid kits, including poison ivy wipes

What to Bring:

Layered, weather-appropriate clothing you don’t mind getting dirty
Closed-toe shoes or boots
(Optional) Personal water/snacks
(Optional) Personal gloves or PPE

Required Forms:

Adults will fill out forms onsite.
If your child under 18 is volunteering, a parent or guardian must be present at check-in to sign these forms.

Registration:

Please register each person in your group planning to volunteer, including parents accompanying minors.

Questions?

Please contact us at [email protected].

Photo credits: Emily Elisabeth and Francis Grant-Suttie