Volunteer
There are as many ways to volunteer with Friends of the Mahoning River as there those willing to volunteer! Here are just a few of the ways to get involved for a cleaner watershed and a brighter future.
River clean ups are one of the most fulfilling ways to volunteer with FOMR. Whether on the water or on land, the immediate impact of your hard work is undeniable. Click below for a clean up dates and volunteer registration.
❋ Restoration - River Clean Ups
Volunteers are the heart of our flagship family fun event, Riverfest! Volunteer for the day or in shifts to help with set up, parking, educational opportunities and more. Riverfest volunteer recruitment will begin in early April.
❋Recreation - Riverfest Volunteers
Environmental education is a key tenet of FOMR’s mission. Without it restoration and advocacy are unsustainable. Volunteer to spread the word about watershed restoration and protection by tabling at a community event.
❋ Education - Tabling at Events
❋ Advocacy - Standing Up for Your Community and Watershed
Ready to take the next step in your environmental advocacy? Serve on one of FOMR’s Committees, join our board, or sign up for updates on direct action via our email list serv.
Clean Up Partnership with Buckeye Water to Trail Adventures
We are thrilled to announce that Friends of the Mahoning River and Buckeye Water to Trail Adventures are teaming up for a 2026 cleanup circuit!
From April through October, we’re hitting the water and the trails to keep the Mahoning beautiful. Whether you’re a seasoned paddler or a trail blazer, we need YOUR help to make a difference.
What to Expect:
7 Cleanups: Spanning from Alliance, OH to Hillsville, PA.
On-Water & Land: Boat-based cleanups and riverside trail sweeps.
Community Impact: Protecting our local wildlife and waterways.
Individual event details, meeting times, and registration links will be posted as each date approaches.
