Due to the major flooding all across the state, we are unable to hold the 2008 River Sweep as scheduled. Some towns might re-schedule but many are sadly postponing till 2009. Please check with your local Captains or feel free to contact us for more information.
Welcome to Friends of the Illinois River -
Friends of the Illinois River, is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to conserving, enhancing and promoting the cultural and natural resources of the Illinois River and its watershed.
A big thank you to Illinois American Water for their generous donation to this years sweep!!! Please check out their website by clicking on the logo above!!
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Interested in a River Sweep in your Community?
Want help in starting a River Sweep
in your Community? |
ILLINOIS RIVER SWEEP
The Sweep is an annual event that cleans up the Illinois River and it's tributaries on the
third Saturday in September - Make plans now to join us in September 2008 for our 9th Annual Illinois River Sweep
Check out the list of Communities that Participated in 2007
VOLUNTEERS!
Help clean up the Illinois River
All registered participants will receive a free River Sweep T-shirt plus gloves and trash bags
Call (815) 224-1650 to join in
or fill out our Volunteer Registration Form
Our Goals -
| •Enhance local awareness of issues directly related to the Illinois River. |
| •Increase public awareness of the historical, cultural, and natural resources and outdoor recreation opportunities along the Illinois River. |
| •Protect and enhance native plant and animal communities. |
| •Encourage economic development compatible with the mission statement of the Friends of the Illinois River. |
GET INVOLVED & HELP THE RIVER !
SEPTEMBER 2008
REGISTER ON-LINE!
AND CELEBRATE "IT'S OUR RIVER DAY"
Pictures from the 2007 River Sweep
September 15, 2007
Plan now to join us in September 2008 for the 8th Annual River Sweep
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2006 Friends of the Illinois River This page was last updated on:09/16/2008 |