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More Than 39,000 Pounds of Trash and Debris Removed by Volunteers During the Great American River Clean-Up

Over 1,300 members of the Sacramento community joined in the largest annual clean-up of the American River Parkway. SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Dentures, golf clubs and a hand forklift were just some of the items removed from the American River Parkway (Parkway) during the American River Parkway Foundation’s (Parkway Foundation) 19th Annual Great American River… Continue reading More Than 39,000 Pounds of Trash and Debris Removed by Volunteers During the Great American River Clean-Up

The American River Parkway Foundation Reacts to the Passage of the American River Parkway Ordinance

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The American River Parkway Foundation released the below statement regarding the passage of a Sacramento County ordinance focused on illegal camping on the American River Parkway. The ordinance was passed 5-0 by the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors at the August 23rd meeting: “While we applaud the passage of the… Continue reading The American River Parkway Foundation Reacts to the Passage of the American River Parkway Ordinance

Information for Sac County Parkway Ordinance

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors will vote on a Parkway Ordinance on August 10 at 2 p.m. If passed, the ordinance will toughen restrictions and consequences of actions on the Parkway, including illegal camping, open flames, use of generators and combustible liquids, construction and maintenance of structures, and modifications to the land.… Continue reading Information for Sac County Parkway Ordinance

Summer Solstice Wrap, New Coalition Video Premiered

Thank you to the many businesses, individuals and volunteers that came together for the Parkway Foundation’s 2022 Summer Solstice Dinner & Auction!Together, you helped raise over $110,000 to support the American River Parkway Foundation’s efforts to return the Parkway to the full community. During Summer Solstice, we debuted our new video that highlights the plight… Continue reading Summer Solstice Wrap, New Coalition Video Premiered

American River Parkway Foundation Responds to the Low Data Present in the Latest Point in Time Count

Locations chosen for counting do not reveal the whole crisis on the American River Parkway SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The latest data from the Point in Time Count (PIT Count) does not show the true picture of the homelessness crisis on the American River Parkway (Parkway), according to the American River Parkway Foundation (Parkway Foundation).… Continue reading American River Parkway Foundation Responds to the Low Data Present in the Latest Point in Time Count

Letter/Email Template and Call Script for Sac County Budget Ask

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors will hold budget hearings on June 8, 9 and 10. We are asking you to make your voice heard to push for more funding and a comprehensive plan that will help get unhoused individuals off the American River Parkway. Latest estimates pin the homeless population in… Continue reading Letter/Email Template and Call Script for Sac County Budget Ask

Coyotes on the American River Parkway: Things to Know

Coyotes are common along the full 23-mile stretch of the American River Parkway. Here are a few things you need to know when it comes to interacting with them: Though you may see a coyote at any time of the day, they are most active at dawn and dusk. If you do see one, do… Continue reading Coyotes on the American River Parkway: Things to Know

Rattlesnake Encounters on the American River Parkway: How to Avoid Them and What to Do in the Event of a Bite

Rattlesnakes are found on the American River Parkway. As the weather heats up, they will become more active, including at night when they may be hard to see. Fortunately, rattlesnake bites are rare and mostly occur during improper handling of a snake or when they’re brushed against by someone walking or climbing. Here are some… Continue reading Rattlesnake Encounters on the American River Parkway: How to Avoid Them and What to Do in the Event of a Bite

One Month Left to Submit a Letter of Intent for Funding from the TEICHERT-Parkway Fund

Up to $100,000 total will be distributed this year for one to three proposals that improve visitor experience on the American River Parkway SACRAMENTO, Calif. – There is a little more than one month left to submit a Letter of Intent for the TEICHERT-Parkway Fund, according to the American River Parkway Foundation (Parkway Foundation).… Continue reading One Month Left to Submit a Letter of Intent for Funding from the TEICHERT-Parkway Fund

American River Parkway Foundation Bicycle Jersey

Did you know the American River Parkway Foundation has a bicycle jersey? Regular price is $99, but the Parkway Foundation arranged for a special price of $79! JERSEY DETAILS: • Comfortable fit for every rider • Full length hidden YKK zipper • 3 rear cargo pockets • Additional zippered pocket for valuables •… Continue reading American River Parkway Foundation Bicycle Jersey

More Than 13,450 Pounds of Trash and Debris Removed by hundreds of Volunteers During Spring Clean-Up

The American River Parkway Foundation’s second largest clean-up of the year focused on eight locations along the American River Parkway SACRAMENTO, Calif. – More than 400 volunteers removed over 13,450 pounds of trash and debris from the American River Parkway (Parkway) during the American River Parkway Foundation’s (Parkway Foundation) Spring Clean-Up on Saturday, April… Continue reading More Than 13,450 Pounds of Trash and Debris Removed by hundreds of Volunteers During Spring Clean-Up

American River Parkway Foundation Launches the #LoveTheParkway Campaign

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 18, 2022 American River Parkway Foundation Launches the #LoveTheParkway Campaign Campaign will highlight the benefits of the Parkway and how the community can play a role in its stewardship SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The American River Parkway Foundation (Parkway Foundation) announced today it launched the #LoveTheParkway Campaign (#LoveTheParkway) to engage the… Continue reading American River Parkway Foundation Launches the #LoveTheParkway Campaign