9th Annual Clean the Dream
Risers 4 Rett will be partnering again with fly fishing guide Landon Mayer to support the Clean the Dream event on August 31. Join us to make a difference and clean up the nature we enjoy so much. It’s our way of giving back to the fishing community, so join us. No need to register. Just show up.
Time: Saturday, August 31, 2024 from 8 AM to about 2 PM
Location: "The Dream Stream" is the three-mile-long Colorado tailwater section of the South Platte River, which is close to the Charlie Meyers State Wildlife Area, about 2 hours 20 minutes from Denver. We’ll start at the Bridge Parking Lot next to County Rd 59, with access to the Charlie Meyers State Wildlife Area.
CAMPING
We recommend camping at the Eleven Mile State Park.
What’s going to happen:
Start with an 8 am breakfast (donuts!). Everybody needs to fill out a waiver and then get a map. Trash bags & tools will be provided. Volunteers will be split up and directed to different areas. After spending a few hours collecting trash, we’ll meet back at the parking lot. Every person returning with a full trash bag will get a raffle ticket. Top-notch fishing outdoor companies have donated goodies to support this event, and you can get awarded for your volunteer time! This is a perfect family-friendly volunteer event!
Origin and idea behind:
Clean the Dream was started by Brandon Kramer & Landon Mayer in 2015. They were bothered by all the trash left behind by outdoor enthusiasts, which is hazardous for animals and unsightly for everyone. They felt the need to make a difference and, at the same time, provide community support and education on protecting these resources for the next generation. After they got approval from Colorado Parks & Wildlife, they rallied volunteers to clean up the area around the three-mile-long section of the South Platte River, also known as "the Dream Stream,” which is at the Charlie Meyers State Wildlife Area. In 2019 a total of 765 pounds of trash was collected by 125 volunteers. During COVID-19, there has been a 200% increase in outdoor activity, so more trash is to be expected. This event is even more critical now than it was in the past.