Clean River Tips

25 Things You Can Do To Keep Our Rivers Clean

Grow native plants in your garden

Naturescaping is landscaping that allows people and nature to coexist. By incorporating native plants into your yard, you can attract insects, birds, and other creatures and help keep Portland's rivers and streams healthy.

Disconnect your downspout

The Downspout Disconnection Program gives homeowners, neighborhood associations, and community groups the chance to work as partners with Environmental Services to help reduce CSOs.

Use cost effective green building practices

The City of Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability's Green Building Program is Portland’s gateway to green building innovation, offering resources specific to your green building project.

Conserve water at home and work

Portland Water Bureau - residential and commercial conservation tips.

Reclaim Your River - Volunteer

Join the efforts of local groups working to explore & restore the Willamette River and streams in Portland.

Be Fish Friendly

Here are a few things we all can do to help save our Chinook, steelhead, coho and other native fish.

Clean Boating Tips

Check out these tips to help be a responsilbe boater and steward of the river.

Clean River Rewards - Stormwater Discount Program

Learn more about how you can become eligible for "Clean River Rewards," lowering your utility bill and helping the river.