If you spend time on the McKenzie River this season, you may notice something new at local boat landings, community markets, and fly shops: free McKenzie River Clean-Up bags available for river users.
This simple project is rooted in the shared goal of protecting the health and cleanliness of the McKenzie River for everyone who relies on and enjoys it. Whether you’re guiding trips, floating with family, fishing, kayaking, or simply spending a summer afternoon on the water, we all play a role in caring for this incredible resource.
The idea is straightforward: carry a clean-up bag or trash bag in your boat and pack out any litter you come across during your day on the river. Even small efforts can make a meaningful impact over the course of a busy river season.
From forgotten cans and fishing line to small pieces of plastic debris, every item removed helps preserve the health and beauty of the McKenzie for future generations.
The free clean-up bags are funded by the McKenzie Masters, a local non-profit organization, in partnership with the McKenzie River Guides Association.
We’re grateful for the community members, guides, businesses, and volunteers who continue to support initiatives that protect the river we all care deeply about.
If you’re heading out on the water this season, consider grabbing a bag and helping leave the river better than you found it. A small effort from each of us goes a long way toward protecting the McKenzie River.
