Lebanon Valley Clean Water Week | September 12-19
About Lebanon Valley Clean Water Week
Lebanon Valley Clean Water Week is a new county‑wide initiative designed to deepen public understanding of clean water, watershed health, and the interconnected nature of our local waterways. Taking place September 12-19, 2026, the week will feature hands‑on educational experiences hosted by environmental organizations, schools, municipalities, and community groups across Lebanon County. By uniting partners under a shared identity and coordinated outreach effort, Lebanon Water Week aims to strengthen community stewardship, expand environmental literacy, and inspire long‑term engagement in conservation.
EVENT SCHEDULE
9/12: Native Plant Sale Kickoff | 9:00 AM-2:00 PM | LandStudies | Middle Creek Environmental Education Center, 100 Museum Road, Stevens, PA | Native Plant Presale | Event Registration
9/12: Paddle the Swatara Creek Water Trail | 9:30 AM | Swatara Watershed Association & Cocoa Kayaks | Swatara Creek Water Trail | Info/Registration
9/12: Coffee & Connect | 10:00 AM-1:00 PM | The Lebanon Valley Conservancy & Lebanon Valley Council on the Arts | Stop by for coffee, conversation, and Clean Water Week information •schedule information available •event bag pickup location •free to attend
9/14: A Toast to Clean Water | 4:00 PM-6:00 PM (drop-In) | Rotunda Brewing Company | say hi to TLVC guest bartenders and enjoy brewery tours while celebrating clean water | Registration
9/15: Envisioning a Ghost Landscape: Walking History Tour | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Quittapahilla Watershed Association, 536 Bachman Road, Annville, PA | Registration
9/16: Rain Barrel Workshop | 5:30 PM-7:00 PM | Penn State Master Watershed Stewards & Swatara Watershed Association | 1929 Blacks Bridge Road | Annville, PA | Registration
9/17: Creek Restoration Tour | 4:00 PM-6:00 PM (drop-in) | Lebanon County Conservation District & Spring Hill Partners LLC | State Game Lands #145 | Registration
9/19: Fall Fun at Clarence Shock Memorial Park | Chiques Creek Watershed Association | Clarence Shock Memorial Park at Governor Dick Environmental Education Center | 10-11 agricultural best practices panel discussion | 10:00 AM-11:00 AM: children’s story time & watercolor painting | 11:00 AM-12:00: PM Paw Paw hike | Registration coming soon!
9/19: Lebanon Valley Clean Water Week Closing Picnic | 12:00 PM-4:00 PM (drop-in event) | The Lebanon Valley Conservancy (TLVC) & Friends of Coleman Memorial Park | Coleman Memorial Park, Pavilion #8 | No registration required
Why Clean Water Week?
Local waterways face increasing pressures from pollution, development, and climate ‑ related impacts. While many organizations work on water ‑ related issues, these efforts often occur independently, limiting collective reach. Lebanon Valley Clean Water Week fills this gap by providing:
● A shared platform for education and engagement
● County ‑ wide visibility for partnering organizations
● Collaborative opportunities that strengthen relationships among partners
● Accessible learning experiences for youth, families, and community members
Goals of Lebanon Valley Clean Water Week
● Increase public understanding of watershed systems and clean water issues
● Highlight the work of local conservation partners
● Provide diverse, place‑based educational opportunities
● Encourage long‑term stewardship behaviors
Thanks to Our Sponsors:
Sponsorship Levels:
💧 Watershed Champion – $5,000+ | 💧 Headwaters Partner – $2,500 | 💧 Stream Steward – $1,000 | 💧 Creekside Supporter – $500 | 💧 Community Friend – $250
The Lebanon Valley Conservancy 