A portion of the shoreline along the Ohio River. Photo provided | Boone Conservancy

In preparation for the region’s largest river event,  the America’s River Roots Festival, regional volunteers, Rotary International clubs, local partners and neighbors are coming together for a river sweep cleanup.

This special edition ORSANCO Ohio River Sweep will take place Oct 4 from 9 a.m. to noon, with over 15 sites along Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky riverbanks.

The America’s River Roots Festival is a free, five-day event celebrating the communities of America’s river cities. Join the event to explore music, cuisine, culture and cruises on the Ohio from Oct 8 to 12.

The river cleanup event will provide free lunch and souvenir t-shirts for volunteers. Check-in starts at 8:30 a.m.

Click here to register.

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