Protect Our Waters
Arizona is a beautiful state, providing recreators with iconic landscapes to appreciate, ranging from the Grand Canyon’s mighty Colorado River to Sedona’s meandering Oak Creek. Together, let's make a difference and protect our precious Arizona lakes, rivers and streams!
What Can I Do to Help Protect Our Waters?
- Help clean up trash in and around waterways and help stop poo-llution | Watch Video >
- Download a mobile app to submit photos and answer questions that help ADEQ scientists protect Arizona waterbodies | Learn More >
- Properly dispose of diapers and other trash (pack it out & reduce, reuse, recycle!)
- Use a designated restroom
- Pick up and properly dispose of your dog's waste
- Never dump pesticides, oils or fuels — research proper disposal methods for your area
- Become a citizen scientist by joining Arizona Water Watch | Learn How >
- Check the calendar (on the sidebar) for any upcoming cleanup events and join
Resources
7 Ways You Can Protect Water Quality | View/Download >
Healthy Beach Habits Flyer | View/Download >
Fish Consumption Advisories | View >
Press Releases
Keep it Clean this Holiday Weekend! Pack out your trash to preserve Arizona’s natural spaces | View >
