SMP Valley View to Cuyahoga Valley Adventures (2 miles)

~3 Hours • Open to adults and options for youth 13-17 with adult companion

Duration 3
Group size 14-30
Ages 13+
Meets at Cuyahoga Valley Adventures- 1570 Akron Peninsula Road

About

Join us for the River Clean-Up in partnership with Summit Metro Parks and supported by the H2Ohio Healthy Rivers Livery Program !

This will be a rewarding experience of community service, fun, and environmental stewardship. Together, we can make a significant impact on the health of our river ecosystem.

Open Dates/Time:

Date: Friday, June 10th, 2026 Time: 5:30 PM- 8:30 PM Meeting Location: Cuyahoga Valley Adventures * Pizza provided

Clean up on river will be between Valley View River Access to Cuyahoga Valley Adventures (~2 Miles)

OTHER DATES/TIMES CLOSED FOR PRIVATE GROUPS: Date: Thursday, June 11th, 2026 Time: PRIVATE GROUP

Date: Tuesday, August 11th, 2026 Time: PRIVATE GROUP

Event Activities:

On River Clean-Up:

Arrive no later than start time of event at Cuyahoga Valley Adventures. We will do a quick talk then head to our destinated River Access to kick off the river clean up.

What's included

  • Kayaks, paddles and life jackets will be provided.
  • Gloves, collection bags, and other necessary supplies will be provided.
  • NO NEED TO BRING YOUR OWN KAYAK to clean up trash/debris from the water/river bed.
  • Guidance and support as volunteers paddle along the river, collecting trash/debris and ensuring our waterways stay pristine.

Who is eligible to participate? Those with kayaking experience and can self-rescue from capsizing. Open to adults and youth 13-17 with adult companion. Those that can move and lift at least 50 lbs. Participants MUST wear sturdy CLOSED TOE SHOES.

Items along the river can vary in size and weight. Examples of items could include: tires, bikes, various metals, glass bottles, various plastics/ cans, etc.

Registration:

Registration is free, but spaces for the on river kayak clean-up are limited, so sign up early!

Contact Information:

For more details, contact Moneen at Moneen@PaddleTheRiver.com or text (330) 298-5009.

Cancellation

This is a free volunteer event. If you can not make it please cancel asap to allow time to contact volunteers on our waitlist!

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