Keep the Rio Grand

09/04/2026

Do your Labor Day weekend plans include exploring our bosque? If so, please remember to keep your litter to yourself and pick up after your pets as you hike, bike, or run along our beautiful river! Visit the link below to learn more about enjoying the Rio Grande safely and to the fullest! (PC: CABQ) https://www.cabq.gov/parksandrecreation/open-space/enjoying-the-rio-grande

08/28/2026

If your business or home is not connected to a sanitary sewer, you probably have a septic system to handle your waste. To function properly, your septic system requires a well-designed, properly installed, and regularly maintained system. Otherwise, you might be looking at a very expensive mess.

See how you can prevent a household or business disaster:
https://keeptheriogrand.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/SEPTIC_UNDERSTANDING_SQT_04242017.pdf

08/25/2026

If you see something, say something!

Reporting illegal dumping helps keep everyone safe. Not sure how to report it? Visit our website. https://keeptheriogrand.org/resources/

08/20/2026

Be part of the solution! Take our survey to help us develop new ways to keep our water clean and safe. https://keeptheriogrand.org/stormwater-survey/

Stormwater Quality team Spanish version Did you know that stormwater is the leading source of pollution in the Rio Grande? Stormwater runoff from streets, arroyos, roadside ditches, and underground storm sewers can carry polluted water directly into the Rio Grande. Things like pesticides, pet waste,...

08/19/2026

We are better together.

Our work to is not possible without the dedication of our partnering organizations. Learn more about our team. ⬇️

https://keeptheriogrand.org/the-stormwater-quality-team/

08/14/2026

Did you know that vehicle fluids are the #1 surface water contaminants? Call the City's Environmental Health team at 505-768-2600 for info on how to safely dispose of these substances.

08/11/2026

"We can't necessarily control whether there's going to be a drought or not, but there are things we can do to have an impact.”

Such a great discussion from about the state of our Rio and the solutions that could change the trajectory of this vital resource.

Check it out!
https://www.worldwildlife.org/news/nature-breaking/the-rio-grande-is-running-dryheres-why/

The Rio Grande is threatened by drought and overuse. Learn why that matters for people, wildlife, and the future of water in the American west.

08/07/2026

Teachers! As your students return to the classroom, check out BEMP's educational resources. And even better...maybe start planning a field trip to our bosque? Just a thought! https://bemp.org/education-outreach/

08/03/2026

August is National Dog Month! We all love our sweet furry friends, and one of the best things we can do for them (and our neighbors) is to pick up after them! This helps keep our community clean and prevents pollution in our stormwater.

07/30/2026

Cleaning up after your furry friends is an important job. By doing your part, we can keep our river clean.

Request a P**p Fairy sign here:
https://keeptheriogrand.org/poop-fairy-sign-request/