The American River Parkway is the Sacramento region’s most valued natural resource. The Parkway includes the Lower American River, which stretches 23 miles long and covers 4,800 acres, supporting hundreds of species of fish, wildlife, and natural vegetation. The Parkway is a critical asset to Sacramentans, providing drinking water and recreational access points to residents and visitors alike. Throughout the year, the American River Parkway Foundation (ARPF) organizes several clean-up events to remove trash and other harmful debris from the Parkway and river.
For the second year in a row, Highlands Consulting was a proud sponsor of the Great American River Clean-Up (GARCU). A group of us were among the 1,344 volunteers who picked up 11,641 pounds of trash across the Parkway! Our team is grateful to be able to get our hands dirty and have a positive impact on this precious community resource.
Thank you to all the volunteers who participated and the ARPF for organizing this amazing event. And check out our video about it!