Organization: SAN

In 2020, the Schuylkill Action Network conducted extensive strategic planning in order to prepare for our current strategic plan, which will be in place from January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2025. Strategic planning feedback opportunities included workgroup sessions, a public survey, a public feedback session, and oversight from the Planning Committee and Executive Steering…

The Schuylkill Action Network is working to improve water resources in the Schuylkill River watershed. We are a collaborative network of over 300 partner organizations working together since 2003 to implement best practices across the Schuylkill River Watershed. our values The SAN seeks to achieve this mission through collaborative actions in partnership with local watershed…

Cover photo credit: Ed Bacon

The Schuylkill River is at the forefront of our regional collaborative effort to ensure clean and safe drinking water. overview The Schuylkill River is the largest tributary to the Delaware River. The river originates in the rolling hills of Schuylkill County and runs approximately 130 miles to where it flows into the Delaware River in…

back to overview 2019 1,107,506 Pounds of litter and bulk waste removed from the Schuylkill watershed 412 Number of Schuylkill Scrub events held from March to May 28,433 Number of volunteers who participated in our Schuylkill Scrub events 727 Number of tires removed from the Schuylkill watershed 2018 959,917 Pounds of litter and bulk waste…

back to overview History of the Schuylkill Scrub In 2009, the need for a more cooperative watershed based approach to solve the problem of litter and illegal dumping was identified by the Hopewell Big Woods Partnership (Hay and French Creek Watersheds). This need was addressed by promoting and encouraging more groups, and an increased diversity…

back to overview Resources for Cleanup Event Organizers Supplies Trash Disposal Flyer Template Cleanup Handbook #BreakFreeFromPlastic Audit Form Plastic Infographic Community Cleanup Resource Guide Cover photo credit: United By Blue