KAB provides resources and education to inspire individuals &
the Austin community toward greater environmental stewardship
the Austin community toward greater environmental stewardship
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Adopt-a-Creek
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 Department will provide everything you need, and assist you at every step. Click here to fill out the Adopt-a-Creek Application. Contact Ladye Anne at Ladye.Anne@keepaustinbeautiful.org or 512.391.0617 x 905 with any questions.  Adopt-a-Creek PartnersGroups 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 certificate and 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- must be requested two weeks in advance • 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 Interesting Links CLICK HERE to request cleanup supplies (please submit two weeks in advance) Click here to see who's participating in the Adopt-a-Creek program Click here for a map of adopted segments (as of April 2011) Click here to see photos of Adopt-a-Creek groups in action 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 905 to request them) Click here for more tips and resources from the City of Austin's "Let's Can It!" campaign
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Your Group Can Adopt-a-Creek!