Pullman to Host Earth Day Stream Clean-Up

Community volunteers invited to help tidy local waterways on April 22nd.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 2:46am

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An abstract, out-of-focus photograph showing the blurred silhouettes of people working together to pick up litter along the banks of a stream, with the surrounding landscape rendered in soft, warm pools of color and light.Volunteers from the Pullman community come together to clean up local waterways and promote environmental stewardship on Earth Day.Pullman Today

The Palouse Conservation District is organizing an Earth Day stream clean-up event in downtown Pullman, Washington on April 22nd. Volunteers will spend approximately two hours removing litter and recyclables from areas along Missouri Flat Creek and the South Fork of the Palouse River.

Why it matters

This community-led effort aims to keep local waterways and surrounding areas clean while encouraging environmental stewardship. The Palouse Conservation District works to conserve natural resources and support the local community through education and resource programs.

The details

Participants are asked to come prepared with closed-toe shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, sun protection, and a reusable water bottle. Individuals will need to provide their own transportation to and from the clean-up location. Those interested can find more information and register through the Palouse Conservation District's website.

  • The clean-up event is scheduled for Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 1 p.m.

The players

Palouse Conservation District

A local organization that works with landowners and agricultural operators to conserve natural resources and support the community through voluntary programs, education, and technical assistance.

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What’s next

Volunteers can register for the clean-up event through the Palouse Conservation District's website.

The takeaway

This Earth Day stream clean-up is an opportunity for the Pullman community to come together and take an active role in maintaining the health and cleanliness of their local waterways.