As we begin 2026, Goose Creek Association is marking an important milestone for the Goose Creek Challenge Riparian Buffer Program—the completion of its originally slated project period, and the continuation of a community effort that remains essential to the health of Goose Creek and its tributaries.

Each spring dozens of volunteers — in boats and on land — spend the day cleaning up trash, tires, furniture, and debris in and along Goose Creek. It’s a day of hard work, but also a day to connect with other people who care deeply about the Goose and its special landscape.

Much of northern Fauquier and Western Loudoun counties obtain their drinking water from the Goose Creek watershed and it’s aquifers. In addition, both Fairfax and parts of Leesburg obtain their drinking water from Goose Creek. It is a very precious resource for more than its scenic beauty and ability to provide water for many uses over its entire 350 square mile watershed.