Land-Based Cleanup: Emmenegger Park

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

Description

Trip Leader: Gwyn Wahlmann, Scott George, and Josh Crewes


WHAT: Join us at Emmenegger Park for the 59th Operation Clean Stream to remove trash from the park and waterfront of the Meramec River. This is a land-based cleanup. Volunteers will receive a t-shirt for participating in Operation Clean Stream!

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

WHERE: Emmenegger Nature Park, 11991 Stoneywood Dr, St. Louis, MO 63122 - see map for exact location. Volunteers will meet at pavilion near park entrance.

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

 

ALL VOLUNTEERS ARE INVITED to a post-cleanup celebratory picnic at Simpson Lake Park! Enjoy hot dogs, drinks, comradery, and our youth event, Passport to Clean Water! 

Details

Get Connected Icon 5 and older
Get Connected Icon Register by Aug 20, 2026
Get Connected Icon Is Outdoors
Inclement Weather Plan: Operation Clean Stream is a rain or shine event. In case of severe weather, please check our Facebook page and your email for updates.
Get Connected Icon Gloves and trash bags provided
Get Connected Icon T-shirts provided to those who pre-register

Location

Location Dot Shift Emmeneger Nature Park
11991 Stoneywood Dr
St. Louis, MO  63122