Calendar of Events
Trash Trap Clean-Out!
Come volunteer to help us remove trash from our litter traps! These traps sit in urban creeks and streams, keeping manmade trash from entering main waterways. These devices are built to withstand the rigors of flashy rain events yet are passive enough not to harm the local fauna. Roadside littering accounts for approximately 75% of the trash in our nation’s waterways. Each time it rains, trash is funneled through our storm drain systems directly into our creeks. No filters or other mechanisms are in place to keep the trash from entering our waterways. We have multiple trash trap locations in the watershed, so please check out our form below to find the one closest to you!
Sign up for our Trash Trap list-serv here for updates and receive the monthly form confirming your attendance. Volunteers must pre-register in advance to ensure we have enough equipment for all and have enough staff or Trash Trap leaders onsite.
Holiday Shop
Looking to get a Clyde Jones shirt this holiday season? No worries! We will host our Haw River Assembly Holiday T-Shirt Sale at the HRA office (143 Bynum Church Rd) from 10 am-3 pm! Come say hi, buy a shirt, and get in the holiday spirit!
Advocacy Training
Saturday, December 13: Online Advocacy Training - 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Worried about pipelines, pollution, and the future of our rivers? This December, we host an online Advocacy Training where you'll learn the skills that actually work: how to write powerful comment letters, how to get involved in local water and land issues, and how to make sure officials hear your voice. We'll show you how to advocate for clean drinking water, stop destructive development, protect wetlands, and build climate resilience. Join us and become the water protector our community needs! Register HERE.
Holiday Shop
Looking to get a Clyde Jones shirt this holiday season? No worries! We will host our Haw River Assembly Holiday T-Shirt Sale at the HRA office (143 Bynum Church Rd) from 10 am-3 pm! Come say hi, buy a shirt, and get in the holiday spirit!
New Year Hike: Cane Creek
Check out a different area of your watershed by joining us for a winter hike on Saturday, January 3, (10AM – 12PM) at Cane Creek. We encourage you to bring gloves and an extra trash bag for our walk! Register here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/hawriverassembly/event/2026saturdaysonthehaw/
Chatham: State of The Haw Presentation
Hear about the State of the Haw as we reflect and share our plans! Hear from HRA Staff as we address sediment and industrial contaminants. We will provide you with some action items to help us keep our river clean!
Email events@hawriver.org for more information
Register here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/hawriverassembly/event/stateofthehawpresentation/
36th Haw River Clean-Up-A-Thon
Join us for our annual Clean Up-A-Thon event on Saturday, March 21st, 2026!
Our clean-up event has been raising watershed-wide awareness about the impacts of our consumption habits and bringing people together at the river and local creeks for 36 years.
Clean-up teams should each have a designated “leader” or “coordinator” to fill out the Google Form: https://forms.gle/b578UXksugaJhYRy7
Completing this form will help us determine whether HRA will need to help you choose a clean-up location, provide supplies, and potentially arrange trash pickup for your team!
We’ll be accepting team sign-ups through March 15th, 2026, as supplies and locations can become limited quickly. Individuals should reach out to events@hawriver.org if they’re looking to join other teams, help clean out one of our litter traps, or perform a solo cleanup.
Trash Trap Clean-Out!
Come volunteer to help us remove trash from our litter traps! These traps sit in urban creeks and streams, keeping manmade trash from entering main waterways. These devices are built to withstand the rigors of flashy rain events yet are passive enough not to harm the local fauna. Roadside littering accounts for approximately 75% of the trash in our nation’s waterways. Each time it rains, trash is funneled through our storm drain systems directly into our creeks. No filters or other mechanisms are in place to keep the trash from entering our waterways. We have multiple trash trap locations in the watershed, so please check out our form below to find the one closest to you!
Sign up for our Trash Trap list-serv here for updates and receive the monthly form confirming your attendance. Volunteers must pre-register in advance to ensure we have enough equipment for all and have enough staff or Trash Trap leaders onsite.
Trash Trap Clean-Out!
Come volunteer to help us remove trash from our litter traps! These traps sit in urban creeks and streams, keeping manmade trash from entering main waterways. These devices are built to withstand the rigors of flashy rain events yet are passive enough not to harm the local fauna. Roadside littering accounts for approximately 75% of the trash in our nation’s waterways. Each time it rains, trash is funneled through our storm drain systems directly into our creeks. No filters or other mechanisms are in place to keep the trash from entering our waterways. We have multiple trash trap locations in the watershed, so please check out our form below to find the one closest to you!
Sign up for our Trash Trap list-serv here for updates and receive the monthly form confirming your attendance. Volunteers must pre-register in advance to ensure we have enough equipment for all and have enough staff or Trash Trap leaders onsite.
Trash Trap Clean-Out!
Come volunteer to help us remove trash from our litter traps! These traps sit in urban creeks and streams, keeping manmade trash from entering main waterways. These devices are built to withstand the rigors of flashy rain events yet are passive enough not to harm the local fauna. Roadside littering accounts for approximately 75% of the trash in our nation’s waterways. Each time it rains, trash is funneled through our storm drain systems directly into our creeks. No filters or other mechanisms are in place to keep the trash from entering our waterways. We have multiple trash trap locations in the watershed, so please check out our form below to find the one closest to you!
Sign up for our Trash Trap list-serv here for updates and receive the monthly form confirming your attendance. Volunteers must pre-register in advance to ensure we have enough equipment for all and have enough staff or Trash Trap leaders onsite.
Trash Trap Clean-Out!
Come volunteer to help us remove trash from our litter traps! These traps sit in urban creeks and streams, keeping manmade trash from entering main waterways. These devices are built to withstand the rigors of flashy rain events yet are passive enough not to harm the local fauna. Roadside littering accounts for approximately 75% of the trash in our nation’s waterways. Each time it rains, trash is funneled through our storm drain systems directly into our creeks. No filters or other mechanisms are in place to keep the trash from entering our waterways. We have multiple trash trap locations in the watershed, so please check out our form below to find the one closest to you!
Sign up for our Trash Trap list-serv here for updates and receive the monthly form confirming your attendance. Volunteers must pre-register in advance to ensure we have enough equipment for all and have enough staff or Trash Trap leaders onsite.
Trash Trap Clean-Out!
Come volunteer to help us remove trash from our litter traps! These traps sit in urban creeks and streams, keeping manmade trash from entering main waterways. These devices are built to withstand the rigors of flashy rain events yet are passive enough not to harm the local fauna. Roadside littering accounts for approximately 75% of the trash in our nation’s waterways. Each time it rains, trash is funneled through our storm drain systems directly into our creeks. No filters or other mechanisms are in place to keep the trash from entering our waterways. We have multiple trash trap locations in the watershed, so please check out our form below to find the one closest to you!
Sign up for our Trash Trap list-serv here for updates and receive the monthly form confirming your attendance. Volunteers must pre-register in advance to ensure we have enough equipment for all and have enough staff or Trash Trap leaders onsite.
Trash Trap Clean-Out!
Come volunteer to help us remove trash from our litter traps! These traps sit in urban creeks and streams, keeping manmade trash from entering main waterways. These devices are built to withstand the rigors of flashy rain events yet are passive enough not to harm the local fauna. Roadside littering accounts for approximately 75% of the trash in our nation’s waterways. Each time it rains, trash is funneled through our storm drain systems directly into our creeks. No filters or other mechanisms are in place to keep the trash from entering our waterways. We have multiple trash trap locations in the watershed, so please check out our form below to find the one closest to you!
Sign up for our Trash Trap list-serv here for updates and receive the monthly form confirming your attendance. Volunteers must pre-register in advance to ensure we have enough equipment for all and have enough staff or Trash Trap leaders onsite.
Trash Trap Clean-Out!
Come volunteer to help us remove trash from our litter traps! These traps sit in urban creeks and streams, keeping manmade trash from entering main waterways. These devices are built to withstand the rigors of flashy rain events yet are passive enough not to harm the local fauna. Roadside littering accounts for approximately 75% of the trash in our nation’s waterways. Each time it rains, trash is funneled through our storm drain systems directly into our creeks. No filters or other mechanisms are in place to keep the trash from entering our waterways. We have multiple trash trap locations in the watershed, so please check out our form below to find the one closest to you!
Sign up for our Trash Trap list-serv here for updates and receive the monthly form confirming your attendance. Volunteers must pre-register in advance to ensure we have enough equipment for all and have enough staff or Trash Trap leaders onsite.
Trash Trap Clean-Out!
Come volunteer to help us remove trash from our litter traps! These traps sit in urban creeks and streams, keeping manmade trash from entering main waterways. These devices are built to withstand the rigors of flashy rain events yet are passive enough not to harm the local fauna. Roadside littering accounts for approximately 75% of the trash in our nation’s waterways. Each time it rains, trash is funneled through our storm drain systems directly into our creeks. No filters or other mechanisms are in place to keep the trash from entering our waterways. We have multiple trash trap locations in the watershed, so please check out our form below to find the one closest to you!
Sign up for our Trash Trap list-serv here for updates and receive the monthly form confirming your attendance. Volunteers must pre-register in advance to ensure we have enough equipment for all and have enough staff or Trash Trap leaders onsite.
Haw River Assembly Annual Membership Gathering
Nov. 15
12 noon to 4 pm at
2582 Beaver Creek Road, Apex, NC 27502
We’re holding our Annual Meeting this year at Jordan Lake State Recreation Area – Ebenezer Church Access. Come enjoy a hike and lunch first . We’ll have updates and highlights from Haw River Assembly’s work this year and a quick preview of the 2025 State of the Haw.
Not a member yet? You’re welcome to come and join us and learn more about how your membership supports our work for clean water!
River Watch Training
Looking to start a River Watch team? Join us for our quarterly scheduled training on Saturday, November 8, 2025 (10 AM – 12 PM), right before collection time! New teams require training and can sign up here. Are you already in an existing team but want to review some basics? You can join us too! Just email events@hawriver.org.
Trash Trap Clean-Out!
Come volunteer to help us remove trash from our litter traps! These traps sit in urban creeks and streams, keeping manmade trash from entering main waterways. These devices are built to withstand the rigors of flashy rain events yet are passive enough not to harm the local fauna. Roadside littering accounts for approximately 75% of the trash in our nation’s waterways. Each time it rains, trash is funneled through our storm drain systems directly into our creeks. No filters or other mechanisms are in place to keep the trash from entering our waterways. We have multiple trash trap locations in the watershed, so please check out our form below to find the one closest to you!
Sign up for our Trash Trap list-serv here for updates and receive the monthly form confirming your attendance. Volunteers must pre-register in advance to ensure we have enough equipment for all and have enough staff or Trash Trap leaders onsite.
October Paddle
Join us for a group paddle courtesy of our Durham Trash Trap Sponsor, Frog Hollow. The Fall event will take place on Saturday, October 25, from 10 am to 12 pm at Fearrington Point. Participants will be led by an instructor and expected to paddle together for a beautiful day on the water! Admission is free, but boat availability is limited. Secure your spot today here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/hawriverassembly/event/saturdaysonthehaw.
Wetland Hike!
Wetland Hike – Saturday, October 18 | 10 AM – 12 PM
Join us for a guided hike along the beautiful White Oak Creek Greenway in Cary! We’ll take time to observe and learn about the unique characteristics of this ecosystem, including native plants, wildlife, and how wetlands play a vital role in protecting water quality. Secure your spot using this link: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/hawriverassembly/event/wetlandshikecopy/
Sun Day Triad Event
Haw River Assembly is thrilled to take part and host a table at the Sun Day Triad event happening Sunday, September 21, from 2pm - 5pm!
This event, celebrating the rise of clean energy, will be held at Faith Community Church (417 Arlington St., Greensboro, NC 27406 US)
You can register with the QR code or go to https://tinyurl.com/yrkx234u
Trash Trap Clean-Out!
Come volunteer to help us remove trash from our litter traps! These traps sit in urban creeks and streams, keeping manmade trash from entering main waterways. These devices are built to withstand the rigors of flashy rain events yet are passive enough not to harm the local fauna. Roadside littering accounts for approximately 75% of the trash in our nation’s waterways. Each time it rains, trash is funneled through our storm drain systems directly into our creeks. No filters or other mechanisms are in place to keep the trash from entering our waterways. We have multiple trash trap locations in the watershed, so please check out our form below to find the one closest to you!
Sign up for our Trash Trap list-serv here for updates and receive the monthly form confirming your attendance. Volunteers must pre-register in advance to ensure we have enough equipment for all and have enough staff or Trash Trap leaders onsite.
Trash Trap Clean-Out!
Volunteer to help us remove trash from our litter traps!
These traps sit in urban creeks and streams, keeping manmade trash from entering main waterways. These devices are built to withstand the rigors of flashy rain events yet are passive enough not to harm the local fauna. Roadside littering accounts for approximately 75% of the trash in our nation’s waterways. Each time it rains, trash is funneled through our storm drain systems directly into our creeks. No filters or other mechanisms are in place to keep the trash from entering our waterways. We have multiple trash trap locations in the watershed, so please check out our form below to find the one closest to you!
Sign up for our Trash Trap list-serv here to volunteer and for updates and receive the monthly form confirming your attendance. Volunteers must pre-register in advance to ensure we have enough equipment for all and have enough staff or Trash Trap leaders onsite.
Robeson Greenway Clean-Up
🌊 Volunteer Workday: Robeson Greenway Clean-Up 🌿
Join Haw River Assembly for a community volunteer day to help clean up trash and debris left behind by Tropical Storm Chantal at Robeson Greenway!
🗓 Date: Saturday, August 23
🕘 Time: 9 AM-11 AM
📍 Location: Robeson Greenway
👥 Ages: 12 and up
We'll provide:
Trash bags
Grabbers
Extra gloves (if needed)
A few pairs of waders for in-water volunteers
Please bring:
✔ Your own water bottle
✔ Comfortable shoes
✔ Bug spray
✔ Any personal items you may need
✔ Your own waders (if you have them and plan to go in the water)
Let’s protect our waterways and enjoy a day of stewardship together!
👉 RSVP here: https://volunteer.bloomerang.co:443/JE/wabgii51fjbmea
Stream Splashers
Stream Splashers is an engaging and educational outdoor program for children ages 2 to 6 and their accompanying adults. Through songs, crafts, and interactive nature-based activities, participants will explore and connect with the Haw River in a fun and hands-on way.
Haw River Assembly is a non-profit dedicated to protecting the Haw River Watershed since 1982. Haw River Assembly is known for its Annual Learning Celebration Program, which brings 4th graders to various parts of the watershed, and its River Watch Program, which has existed since 1990.
2025 Hawesome Benefit Concert Series!
Hawesome is a neighborhood benefit series on the Haw River Assembly! Slip into a boat for a unique paddle meet-up on the Haw River, with local drinks and music to enjoy from the comfort of your personal boat on the river. Celebrate and support the organizations, artisans, and adventurers who bring life and community to the Haw River, the crown jewel of this area we all love.
Our last event of the season will be held on August 17 from 3:30-7:00pm.
These events are rain or shine. We'll have a rain delay buffer to wait out the imminent weather on the day. If the rain/weather forecast is too threatening ahead of the day, we will email you an update ahead of time. Each event is $15, and all proceeds will benefit the Haw River Assembly. You can bring your own canoe or kayak, or rent from Haw River Canoe & Kayak. To rent, use this link:
https://tinyurl.com/Hawesome25Aug
REGISTER HERE!
Clean Jordan Lake Event: Clean-Up!
Clean Jordan Lake is working in an area that was hit hard by Chantal in July. This site features generally easy walking and is not heavily overgrown with briars or poison ivy.
REGISTER HERE!
WHERE TO MEET
The location is the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Game Land Access is reached by a short gravel road off the end of Seaforth Rd., near US 64 in Pittsboro.
For GPS, use 2999 Seaforth Rd, Pittsboro. that gets you to the turn onto gravel road.
NOTE: THE LOCATION IS NOT THE SEAFORTH ACCESS TO JORDAN LAKE STATE PARK!
Here's a map showing the area we'll be covering.
PARKING
Parking is very limited, so please carpool or get dropped off to save room along the narrow road. We will have volunteers helping organize parking.
ASSIGNMENTS
WALKERS: You will be divided into groups at registration.
BOATERS: Boaters are needed to ferry some volunteers, and help to haul trash back to the dumpster at the Army Corps Bulkhead. Boaters only wishing to ferry volunteers are welcome.
We're loaning 2-way radios to boaters for communication.
LIABILITY WAIVER FORMS
All participants must complete a liability waiver form online BEFORE THE EVENT.
THERE WILL BE NO WAIVERS AT REGISTRATION.
Waiver forms for Adults and Minors (age 11-18) MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE by going to:
Adults- https://www.cleanjordanlake.org/volunteer-waiver
Minors- https://www.cleanjordanlake.org/minor-waiver
AGE RESTRICTION
Due to potential hazards, we are not able to allow children under the age of 11 to participate. Children over the age of 11 and under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
WHAT WE PROVIDE
• Port-A-Toilets at Registration Area
• Shoreline Track Captains to lead volunteers
• Bags, gloves, trash grabbers, first-aid kits, large on-site water containers • Pontoon boat and operator courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
• Coffee and pastries to kick off the cleanup
• Prizes for winners of our Trash Treasure Hunt
TRASH TREASURE HUNT
We continue our tradition of offering a Trash Treasure Hunt. Any volunteer who finds an item marked by "CJL TTH" should show it to their to track captain who will issue them a card redeemable for merchandise prize at registration table after the event.
Thanks to Chatham Outfitters for donating valuable prizes!
INSTAGRAM PRIZE
Photos taken by volunteers posted with the hashtag #cleanjordanlake will be entered into a random draw for a merchandise prize. *Only photos submitted from public accounts are eligible.
WHAT TO WEAR
All volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes and work gloves (we provide or bring your own)
We strongly recommend long pants, long-sleeved shirt and hat
WHAT OUR VOLUNTEERS HAVE ACCOMPLISHED
Since 2009, more than 980 cleanup events have attracted nearly 12,000 volunteers to our cause. Beauty and wildlife habitats have been restored along 30 miles of the worst-impacted shoreline. More than 23,000 bags of trash (roughly 230 tons!) have been removed. Many other objects are too large to fit into trash bags, such as basketballs, propane gas tanks, hot water heaters, car parts, pesticide sprayers, gasoline cans, and pails of industrial adhesives. In addition, volunteers have rolled more than 5,400 tires, many still on rims, to boats and off again at boat ramps to stack for later pick up.
Stream Splashers
Stream Splashers is an engaging and educational outdoor program for children ages 2 to 6 and their accompanying adults. Through songs, crafts, and interactive nature-based activities, participants will explore and connect with the Haw River in a fun and hands-on way.
Haw River Assembly is a non-profit dedicated to protecting the Haw River Watershed since 1982. Haw River Assembly is known for its Annual Learning Celebration Program, which brings 4th graders to various parts of the watershed, and its River Watch Program, which has existed since 1990.
Project WET Climate Resilience workshop
Haw River Assembly is pleased to host an engaging and informative workshop focused on the Climate Resilience section of the Project WET curriculum. This workshop is designed to equip educators with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively teach climate resilience in a changing world.
The Climate Resilience Lessons of Project WET provide educators with foundational knowledge about climate change, enabling them to confidently address the topic in their classrooms. Through interactive and engaging activities, participants will learn effective ways to communicate the impacts of climate change and inspire youth to become informed stewards of their environment. This is a new Criteria I Workshop!
SIGN UP HERE!
Stream Splashers
Stream Splashers is an engaging and educational outdoor program for children ages 2 to 6 and their accompanying adults. Through songs, crafts, and interactive nature-based activities, participants will explore and connect with the Haw River in a fun and hands-on way.
Haw River Assembly is a non-profit dedicated to protecting the Haw River Watershed since 1982. Haw River Assembly is known for its Annual Learning Celebration Program, which brings 4th graders to various parts of the watershed, and its River Watch Program, which has existed since 1990.
Trash Trap Clean-Out!
Come volunteer to help us remove trash from our litter traps! These traps sit in urban creeks and streams, keeping manmade trash from entering main waterways. These devices are built to withstand the rigors of flashy rain events yet are passive enough not to harm the local fauna. Roadside littering accounts for approximately 75% of the trash in our nation’s waterways. Each time it rains, trash is funneled through our storm drain systems directly into our creeks. No filters or other mechanisms are in place to keep the trash from entering our waterways. We have multiple trash trap locations in the watershed, so please check out our form below to find the one closest to you!
Sign up for our Trash Trap list-serv here for updates and receive the monthly form confirming your attendance. Volunteers must pre-register in advance to ensure we have enough equipment for all and have enough staff or Trash Trap leaders onsite.
2025 Haw, Hike, History Fundraiser
🌊 Haw, Hike, History
A Summer Fundraiser with the Haw River Assembly
Join us for an unforgettable evening along the Haw River as we explore the past, present, and future of one of North Carolina’s most iconic waterways! REGISTER HERE!
From an in-depth tour of the historic Glencoe Mills to a guided hike highlighting aquatic life and river stewardship, this event is perfect for nature lovers, history buffs, and anyone passionate about protecting our watershed.
🗓 Date: Thursday, July 24
📍 Location: Glencoe Mills & Haw River Trail
☔ Rain or Shine
Event Agenda:
🕓 4:00–5:00 PM — Historic Textile Mill Tour
🕔 5:00–5:30 PM — Hike
🕠 5:30–6:00 PM — River Watch Overview & Community Connection
General Admission
$20 Regular Admission (18+)
$10 Student/Child (Ages 6–18)
$0 Under 6 Free Family friendly
Accessibility: The museum is wheelchair accessible. Please note that the hike following the museum visit will include both paved and gravel paths, which may present challenges for some mobility devices.
Note: This event is non-refundable unless canceled by Haw River Assembly. In the case of cancellation on behalf of HRA, all participants will receive a full refund.
2025 Hawesome Benefit Concert Series!
Hawesome is a neighborhood benefit series on the Haw River Assembly!
Slip into a boat for a unique paddle meet-up on the Haw River, with local drinks and music to enjoy from the comfort of your personal boat on the river. Celebrate and support the organizations, artisans, and adventurers who bring life and community to the Haw River, the crown jewel of this area we all love.
Events will be held on June 22, July 20, and August 17 from 3:30-7 pm. You can sign up for one or multiple dates using this form.
These events are rain or shine. We'll have a rain delay buffer to wait out the imminent weather on the day. If the rain/weather forecast is too threatening ahead of the day, we will email you an update ahead of time. Each event is $15, and all proceeds will benefit the Haw River Assembly. These donations are non-refundable.
You can bring your own canoe or kayak, or rent from Haw River Canoe & Kayak. To rent, use these designated links:
June 22: https://tinyurl.com/Hawesome25June
July 20: https://tinyurl.com/Hawesome25July
August 17: https://tinyurl.com/Hawesome25Aug
Macroinvertebrate Workshop
Did you know that tiny river critters can tell us a lot about water quality? Join the Haw River Assembly for a family-friendly macroinvertebrate workshop and discover how these fascinating creatures help us monitor the health of the Haw River!
Thursday, July 17
North Park Library
5:45 PM – 6:45 PM
This hands-on event is part of the Haw River Assembly's River Watch program and is an informative event for both seasoned volunteers and curious newcomers. You’ll learn how to identify macroinvertebrates and what their presence in our local waterways means!
Register here: https://forms.gle/YEdAbCFPKDnX4Fkw9
Questions? Email Kaitlyn at kaitlyn@hawriver.org
STream Splashers
Stream Splashers is an engaging and educational outdoor program for children ages 2 to 6 and their accompanying adults. Through songs, crafts, and interactive nature-based activities, participants will explore and connect with the Haw River in a fun and hands-on way.
Haw River Assembly is a non-profit dedicated to protecting the Haw River Watershed since 1982. Haw River Assembly is known for its Annual Learning Celebration Program, which brings 4th graders to various parts of the watershed, and its River Watch Program, which has existed since 1990.
Stream Splashers
Stream Splashers is an engaging and educational outdoor program for children ages 2 to 6 and their accompanying adults. Through songs, crafts, and interactive nature-based activities, participants will explore and connect with the Haw River in a fun and hands-on way.
Haw River Assembly is a non-profit dedicated to protecting the Haw River Watershed since 1982. Haw River Assembly is known for its Annual Learning Celebration Program, which brings 4th graders to various parts of the watershed, and its River Watch Program, which has existed since 1990.
Stream Splashers
Stream Splashers is an engaging and educational outdoor program for children ages 2 to 6 and their accompanying adults. Through songs, crafts, and interactive nature-based activities, participants will explore and connect with the Haw River in a fun and hands-on way.
Haw River Assembly is a non-profit dedicated to protecting the Haw River Watershed since 1982. Haw River Assembly is known for its Annual Learning Celebration Program, which brings 4th graders to various parts of the watershed, and its River Watch Program, which has existed since 1990.
Trash Trap Clean-Out!
Come volunteer to help us remove trash from our litter traps! These traps sit in urban creeks and streams, keeping manmade trash from entering main waterways. These devices are built to withstand the rigors of flashy rain events yet are passive enough not to harm the local fauna. Roadside littering accounts for approximately 75% of the trash in our nation’s waterways. Each time it rains, trash is funneled through our storm drain systems directly into our creeks. No filters or other mechanisms are in place to keep the trash from entering our waterways. We have multiple trash trap locations in the watershed, so please check out our form below to find the one closest to you!
Sign up for our Trash Trap list-serv here for updates and receive the monthly form confirming your attendance. Volunteers must pre-register in advance to ensure we have enough equipment for all and have enough staff or Trash Trap leaders onsite.
River Watch Training
Looking to start a River Watch team? Join us for our quarterly scheduled training on Saturday, June 28, 2025 (10 AM – 12 PM), right before collection time! New teams require training and can sign up here. Are you already an existing team but want to review some basics? You can join us too! Just email events@hawriver.org.
Stream Splashers
Stream Splashers is an engaging and educational outdoor program for children ages 2 to 6 and their accompanying adults. Through songs, crafts, and interactive nature-based activities, participants will explore and connect with the Haw River in a fun and hands-on way.
Haw River Assembly is a non-profit dedicated to protecting the Haw River Watershed since 1982. Haw River Assembly is known for its Annual Learning Celebration Program, which brings 4th graders to various parts of the watershed, and its River Watch Program, which has existed since 1990.
2025 Hawesome Benefit Concert Series!
Hawesome is a neighborhood benefit series on the Haw River Assembly!
Slip into a boat for a unique paddle meet-up on the Haw River, with local drinks and music to enjoy from the comfort of your personal boat on the river. Celebrate and support the organizations, artisans, and adventurers who bring life and community to the Haw River, the crown jewel of this area we all love.
Events will be held on June 22, July 20, and August 17 from 3:30-7 pm. You can sign up for one or multiple dates using this form.
These events are rain or shine. We'll have a rain delay buffer to wait out the imminent weather on the day. If the rain/weather forecast is too threatening ahead of the day, we will email you an update ahead of time. Each event is $15, and all proceeds will benefit the Haw River Assembly. These donations are non-refundable.
You can bring your own canoe or kayak, or rent from Haw River Canoe & Kayak. To rent, use these designated links:
June 22: https://tinyurl.com/Hawesome25June
July 20: https://tinyurl.com/Hawesome25July
August 17: https://tinyurl.com/Hawesome25Aug
Stream Splashers
Stream Splashers is an engaging and educational outdoor program for children ages 2 to 6 and their accompanying adults. Through songs, crafts, and interactive nature-based activities, participants will explore and connect with the Haw River in a fun and hands-on way.
Haw River Assembly is a non-profit dedicated to protecting the Haw River Watershed since 1982. Haw River Assembly is known for its Annual Learning Celebration Program, which brings 4th graders to various parts of the watershed, and its River Watch Program, which has existed since 1990.
Stream Splashers
Stream Splashers is an engaging and educational outdoor program for children ages 2 to 6 and their accompanying adults. Through songs, crafts, and interactive nature-based activities, participants will explore and connect with the Haw River in a fun and hands-on way.
Haw River Assembly is a non-profit dedicated to protecting the Haw River Watershed since 1982. Haw River Assembly is known for its Annual Learning Celebration Program, which brings 4th graders to various parts of the watershed, and its River Watch Program, which has existed since 1990.
2025 Nature4All Diversity Series: Kayak & Water Confidence
Haw River Assembly's Nature4All Diversity series seeks help individuals find a sense of connection to outdoor recreation and highlight instructors and groups that provide BIPOC representation. We will have various workshops and events throughout the year, so please select which events you plan to attend and you will receive important details the week of your event!
REGISTER HERE!
Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 9:30 am-12:30 pm
Location: Ebenezer Beach at Jordan Lake (920 Beaver Creek Rd, Apex, NC 27502)
Join Stephanie Cobb-Winfrey of the Black Butterfly Swim Club of Winston Salem for the first part of the event, which focuses on water confidence. This part will include a review of water safety, a discussion of barriers to swimming and experiences, an overview of swim equipment, practicing water comfort, and working on front and back floats. After the water confidence portion, Raphael Darden of Xplore Kayak (a veteran-owned business) will lead a kayak paddle to start the month of June! You will enjoy a nice paddle at Jordan Lake as Raphael shares tips to enhance your paddling skills! Kayaks and equipment are provided, but there is a limited quantity. Registration is $5 per person.
Agenda:
9:30 am-10:30 am Water Confidence with Stephanie Cobb-Winfrey
10:30-11 am Break time
11 am-12:30 pm Paddle Workshop with Raphael Darden
Safety
EMS will be present during the water confidence portion and we will have PFD (personal flotation devices) during the kayak portion.
We ask that participants be 16 years of age or older.
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