Parks and Trails New York has announced Friday April 19 thru Sunday April 21 will be time for its 8th annual Clean Sweep.   Construction on the Erie Canal began in July 1817.  Work was completed  in October 1825.  This year makes it the 189th consecutive year the canal has been in operation..

If you or your group would like to help keep this historic treasure fit and presentable for visitors from across the globe, plus your own personal enjoyment, please get in touch with Parks and Trails New York.  You can visit their web page by clicking the link:   Canal Clean Sweep.