Alice Ferguson Potomac River Watershed Cleanup
Alice Ferguson Foundation’s Potomac River Watershed Cleanup, includes hundreds of miles of crucial riparian buffer and thousands of volunteers each year. Join the Trust in the C&O Canal to be a part of this watershed-wide effort!
When:
Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 9 am – 12 pm
Where:
C&O Canal National Historical Park – Weverton
Keep Tryst Rd, Knoxville, MD 21758
Map Link
Parking:
Parking for Weverton is at the eastern end of Keep Tryst Road (it has a little roundabout there). Park anywhere along the side of the road; we highly encourage carpooling. Walk through the CSX gate, cross the railroad tracks, and we will meet inside the park gates near the towpath.
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