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Cleaning up the Cedar River in Cedar Rapids, IA. WOW! The flood really has cause a lot of damage. We need volunteers! Jun 26, 2008 12:06 pm

Marine Industry River Cleanup Challenge, Fri. 6-6-08! Paducah, KY Jun 04, 2008 01:06 pm

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In Charge on a Garbage Barge

I am charging my barge down the nation's rivers picking up trash and making amazing progress. Living Lands & Waters, my organization, has removed over 5 million tons of garbage from 6 rivers throughout the United States and has engaged thousands of volunteers.

Trash collected from the river to be sorted and recycled.

Barge parked at LeClaire Park in Davenport, IA

Just a sample of what the shore looked like as the water receded

This bridge caught numerous houses and debris before I floated down river.

LL&W crew members and volunteers unloading a boat full of garbage.

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Chad Pregracke Cedar Rapids Flood Recovery Efforts

Jul 14, 2008 12:04 pm

Cedar Rapids, IAJuly 14, 2008 The flood waters have receded and the U.S. Midwest region has been cleaning up the debris left behind. Living Lands & Waters has been on the Cedar River to help for the past 3 weeks. In the time our crew spent there, we have removed tons of garbage including furniture, plastic bar... Read More