Big Falls Eddy River Cleanup
Monday, September 21, 2026 | 4:00 PM–6:00 PM
Join Vermont River Conservancy and the Missisquoi River Basin Association (MRBA) for a community cleanup at Big Falls Eddy! We’ll be working together to pick up trash both on land and on the water to protect this beloved swimming and fishing access for generations to come. Come help care for this special stretch of the Wild & Scenic Missisquoi River while connecting with fellow community members and learning more about the river.
MRBA will provide a limited number of canoes, along with PFDs and paddles, for volunteers who would like to participate from the water. Canoes will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. You’re also welcome to bring your own canoe or kayak.
Please note: If you’re bringing your own canoe or kayak, plan to meet at Big Falls Eddy for the start of the cleanup.
🚣On-the-Water Cleanup🚣
Volunteers cleaning up from the water will:
- Put in: Big Falls Eddy
- Take out: New North Troy River Access Area
- Shuttle: We’ll provide a shuttle from the take-out back to Big Falls Eddy (a short drive).
What to Bring
- Water bottle
- Closed-toe shoes
- Comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor cleanup activities
- Sunscreen, bug spray, and a hat
- Optional: Your own canoe or kayak if you’d like to participate in the on-water cleanup
- We’ll provide nitrile and work gloves, but you’re welcome to bring your own.
Parking
- Big Falls Eddy Parking Lot (44°58’33.6″N 72°23’16.8″W)