What We Do

We have two programs at Fish For Garbage: Waterway Cleanups and our Watershed Education Program.

Waterway Cleanups

First, we host waterway cleanups by bringing volunteers, partners, and water resource users together to physically remove trash and generate awareness.

Program Details

• Collaboration & partnerships

• Local groups, nonprofit organizations, for-profit organizations, and government agencies

• All materials provided

• Opportunity drawing with in-kind donations from sponsors

Strategic Priorities

• Clean up waterways by removing garbage

• Provide civic engagement and community service opportunities

• Build community among individuals and groups that both use and manage waterways

Watershed Education

At Fish For Garbage, we believe that education is the foundation for long-term environmental stewardship. This year, we proudly published our very first Activity Book for Children, designed to help young learners understand why clean waterways matter and how they can help protect them.

Packed with puzzles, games, and hands-on activities, this book introduces kids to the impact of litter on our local streams, rivers, and lakes. Through engaging content, children can discover the vital role they play in creating healthier ecosystems — learning that even small actions, like picking up trash or using reusable items, can make a big difference.

To share this resource and spark conversations about environmental responsibility, we’ve been tabling at community events, festivals, and cleanups across the state. These outreach efforts help us connect directly with families, educators, and young stewards, offering educational materials, interactive displays, and hands-on learning opportunities.

By making learning fun and accessible, we’re inspiring the next generation to care for our waterways — one curious kid at a time.

100K+

Pounds of garbage removed

Since 2015, we have removed 100,000 pounds (50 tons) of garbage from seven waterways in Northern Utah.

3K+

Volunteers mobilized

We have mobilized over 3,000 volunteers during our cleanups that have collectively donated 12,550+ hours.

180+

Miles cleaned

We have cleaned over 180 miles of shorelines and banks in Northern Utah.

Sponsor a Program

Our operations and programming requires annual and recurring purchases such as equipment, materials, insurance, and permitting fees. We’re always looking for sponsors, partners, and in-kind donations.