A newly formed community group, Friends of the Lower Colorado River, is taking action to preserve and protect the waterway by organizing cleanup events. The organization, founded just two months ago, was created by a group who wanted to combat the growing issue of litter along the riverbanks. Working alongside the Bureau of Reclamation and the Bureau of Land Management, the group is focused on making the river a cleaner and safer space for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Their first official cleanup event is scheduled for Sunday, April 13, at 9:30 a.m. at the Gila River Confluence.