Adopt-a-Creek Today!
Involve your group, large or small, in an ongoing service project. Become an Adopt-a-Creek partner by committing to maintain a segment of an Austin creek. Keep Austin Beautiful and Watershed Protection and Development Review will provide everything you need, and assist you at every step. 

 

Click here to download an Adopt-a-Creek Application and email it to Jessica@KeepAustinBeautiful.org  Call 512.391.0617 x 901 for more information.     

Adopt-a-Creek Partners
Groups preserve and improve their adopted waterway by:
• “Adopting” a ¼ mile of an Austin creek for at least 2 years
• Conducting at least 4 creek cleanups per year
• Marking storm drains (optional)
• Restoring creek habitat (optional)

 

What We Offer
As an Adopt-a-Creek partner you will receive:
• An Adopt-a-Creek tile recognizing your group’s creek segment
• Guidance with the planning of your cleanups
• A Cleanup Kit that includes: trashbags, gloves, pickup tools,  poison ivy block, and a first aid kit
• Trash collection arranged by KAB
• Fun giveaways to thank volunteers for their participation
• Storm drain marking kits
• Gardening tools and technical assistance for restoration projects
• Educational presentations and activities
• Recognition of your group’s commitment on the KAB and Watershed Protection websites

 

Click here to view Adopt-a-Creek groups

Click here to see photos of Adopt-a-Creek groups in action
Click here to organize a cleanup
Click here to mark storm drains
Click here to report pollution
Click here to report graffiti
Click here to learn more about invasive plants you should avoid planting near natural areas

Click here for a list of native riparian plants to use in restoration projects

Click here for information on WPDR's Scoop the Poop program (mutt mitts are available for cleanups, just call 512.391.0617 x 901 to request them)