PROJECT SWAMP
Project Swamp - began as a Hillsborough County–based initiative to restore and protect the Hillsborough River. Our mission is simple: rally volunteers to clean the river while funding the effort through sales of exclusive Project Swamp Gear. Every volunteer receives a shirt as a thank-you for their time and dedication.
Our long-term vision is to grow Project Swamp into a nonprofit organization, allowing us to continue — and expand — these cleanup efforts Monthly
On August 2nd, 2025, we hit the water with our first large-scale cleanup, covering a two-mile stretch of the Hillsborough River from Lowry Park to Rowlett Park, removing trash and raising awareness for the health of our waterways.
What We Do
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Volunteers
Through the help of the community and will-power Volunteers who care about the community step up and join the swampland defenders in their journey to clean the Hillsborough river.
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Trash Collection
Thanks to our project managers and dedicated volunteers, we joined forces in a coordinated effort to collect and properly dispose of trash.
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Celebrate
After the cleanup, we come together in a designated spot to relax, fire up the barbecue, and share a meal. Volunteers receive their Project Swamp t-shirts, and we take the time to connect, swap stories, and celebrate the success of our shared community effort.
The Swampland Defender
The Swampland Defender Is a gator that Is tired of eating trash and has made it his objective to defend the swamp by any means necessary. The Swamp Land Defender can be seen on many adventures in project swamp shirts, pillows. animations as well as other Project Swamp gear. Collect All Swampland Defender merch to support a great cause where a portion of profits go back into the project to fund future events and help volunteers.
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Swampland Defender Plush
