Vera Katz Beach Brigade

Join Human Access Project (HAP) Saturday, February 21 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM for a riverbank cleanup at Vera Katz Beach. We will be picking up rocks and concrete chunks, clearing vegetation, and removing trash to improve access. Many hands make light work, this is an opportunity to make a major improvement to a new Willamette River swimming area.

HAP endeavors to make all Portland beaches and swimming spots safe, clean, and accessible for public recreation. We are excited to have your Scout troop join us and help make a difference.

Advanced Registration: Is highly suggested but not required. Please sign up (green button below) ahead of time to guarantee your spot.

Meeting Location: Volunteers will meet in front of the Firestation 21 on 5 SE Madison at 10:00 AM and we will do a short walk to the beach clean-up location.

Address: 5 Fort of SE Madison Street Portland, OR 97214 | Map Link

What to Bring: Please wear closed-toed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, and bring a backpack for hands-free convenience. Feel free to bring your personal tools if available and a reusable water bottle to support our sustainability efforts.

What's Provided: Gloves, buckets, trash grabbers, trash bags

Restrooms: No public restrooms are available

Parking: There is free street parking on SE Madison St.

Transit: Yes, the 6, 10, and 14 bus drop off near Water Ave and SE Madison St. The location is also accessible by bike via the Vera Katz Esplanade.

Accessibility: This area may not be easily accessible for folks with mobility concerns.

Translation Services: There will not be a Spanish speaker present at this event.

Participant Age Guidelines: All Ages Welcome

Groups: If you'd like to register a group, please create a team first. For detailed instructions, review our Teams Guide.