Help us give the Bear River the care it deserves! Join Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council and our amazing partners at Bearcub Outfitters for a hands-on cleanup event that brings the community together to make a real impact. Whether you’re a seasoned river lover or just looking for a way to give back, this is your chance to protect a local treasure, connect with neighbors, and have fun while you’re at it.
We’re on a mission to clean the entire Bear River, and we need your help to make it happen. Grab your friends, lace up your boots, and join us for a rewarding day of teamwork, trash-hauling, and celebration.
Event Agenda
Meet at Bear River Picnic Shelter (Petoskey)
This is where you’ll check in, grab a snack, and get your team assignment.
9:00 AM – Check-in opens + light breakfast available
9:30 AM – Welcome + cleanup kickoff
9:30–11:30 AM – Team cleanup along the Bear River
11:30 AM – Lunch at Elder Piper (with drink ticket + food from Stiggs food truck)
12:30 PM – Prize raffle hosted by Bearcub Outfitters
1:00 PM – Event wraps up
What to Wear & Bring:
Sturdy, closed-toe shoes or boots (water shoes if you’re heading into the river!)
Work gloves (we’ll have extras if needed)
Sun protection + a reusable water bottle
Clothes you don’t mind getting dirty
A great attitude—rain or shine, we’re cleaning that river!
Everyone must register individually.
You can list teammates you’d like to be paired with on the form.
Let’s protect the Bear River and keep it beautiful for all to enjoy. We’ll see you out there!
