Riverside Cleanup: Meramec Bottom Rd under Hwy 21 Bridge

Calendar Happens On Aug 22, 2026
Time 9:00AM-11:00AM
Closed

Description

Trip Leader: Adam Rembert


WHAT: Let's clean up the riverside! Adam Rembert will lead a group under the bridge, to clean up trash along and above the riverbank. This cleanup does not involve boats or getting into the water, though you may get your feet wet if you walk too close to the river!

Volunteers will receive a t-shirt for participating in the 59th Operation Clean Stream!

WHEN: 9:00 am, Saturday August 22nd. Volunteer check-in will begin at 8:45am.

WHERE: Meet near 13977 Tesson Ferry Rd, St. Louis, MO 63128. Click here for exact meeting location.

Parking is limited at this location, so please consider carpooling if you can.

WHAT TO WEAR:

  • Dress for the weather

  • Wear clothes that can get dirty

  • Closed-toe, sturdy shoes

  • Hat & sunscreen

WHAT TO BRING: 

  • A filled bottle of water - we recommend reusable!

  • Bug spray


 REGISTRATION NOTES

  • The annual OS-STL liability waiver must be signed and approved before a volunteer can register for this cleanup opportunity. To see if you have met this qualification, please view your profile here

  • A parent or guardian must accompany anyone under 16

  • There are no restrooms available at this site.

  • This land-based cleanup does not require a canoe/kayak

ALL VOLUNTEERS ARE INVITED to a celebratory picnic at Simpson Park on Saturday, August 22nd! Enjoy hot dogs, drinks, comradery, and our youth event, Passport to Clean Water! 


Details

Get Connected Icon 12 and older
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Get Connected Icon Register by Aug 19, 2025
Get Connected Icon Is Outdoors
Inclement Weather Plan: This is a rain or shine event. In case of inclement weather, a cancellation will be sent out via email. Please check the Open Space STL Facebook page for updates.
Get Connected Icon Is Not Wheelchair Accessible
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Get Connected Icon gloves and trash bags provided
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Get Connected Icon restrooms not available

Location

Location Dot Shift Meramec Bottoms, under the Hwy 21 (Tesson Ferry) Bridge
13977 Tesson Ferry Rd
St. Louis, MO  63128