Mojave Watershed

Mojave Watershed Welcome to the Mojave River Watershed Group! What is MRWG? What is stormwater pollution? Why is stormwater education so important to High Desert residents?

MRWG is an organization dedicated to educating the High Desert community (the City of Hesperia, the City of Victorville, the Town of Apple Valley and other unincorporated areas of the County of San Bernardino) about stormwater pollution prevention. Stormwater pollution, resulting from urban runoff, is a serious issue and is the single biggest environmental threat to the quality of our rivers, lake

s and other local waterways. It can have a detrimental effect on public health and harm the well-being of local wildlife. Stormwater pollution is unique in the High Desert due to its geographic make-up. Our watershed flows directly to the Mojave aqueduct which is the direct source of our drinking water. Protecting this precious resource for yourself and your family is vital to our High Desert community. The good news? Stormwater pollution is preventable. Through simple measures, we can reduce stormwater pollution and keep our communities clean. It is up to us to preserve the essence of the Mojave Desert. Learn more about us and how you can get involved at www.mojaveriver.org.

05/27/2026

🚨 Interrupting your doomscroll for something better…



Take a breath and soak in the beauty of the Mojave River and our High Desert. 🌵💧 This is what we’re protecting. It all starts with small actions that keep our watershed clean and thriving.



Take the Stormwater Trooper Pledge at the link in our bio and join us in protecting what makes this place so special.



Photos by and Jason Hyde


City of Victorville - Government Town of Apple Valley, California City of Hesperia Greater High Desert Chamber of Commerce

05/26/2026

The Mojave River Watershed Group team had a blast at the Water Conservation Festival!

✅ Kid games focused on water conservation
✅ Interactive workshops & exhibits
✅ Safety demonstrations
✅ Raffles, giveaways & YUMMY FOOD
✅ Hundreds of community members ready to protect the Mojave River!

Our team had a great time educating families about stormwater pollution and how simple actions can keep our High Desert water clean. From car washing tips to supply distribution, every small change makes a BIG impact! 💧



Victor Valley News VVNG.com City of Victorville - Government City of Hesperia Town of Apple Valley, California Mojave Water Agency San Bernardino County

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. As we ...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

As we spend time in our communities and enjoy the place we call home, we’re reminded that protecting it is one way we carry their legacy forward.



City of Victorville - Government Town of Apple Valley, California City of Hesperia Greater High Desert Chamber of Commerce

The High Desert is in bloom! 🌼 Wildflowers are popping up across the landscape, bringing color, life and a reminder of h...
05/21/2026

The High Desert is in bloom! 🌼

Wildflowers are popping up across the landscape, bringing color, life and a reminder of how special this place really is.

If you’re heading out to enjoy them, remember to look - don’t pick - and help protect these natural beauties for everyone to enjoy.



City of Victorville - Government Town of Apple Valley, California City of Hesperia Greater High Desert Chamber of Commerce San Bernardino County Stormwater

05/19/2026

And by this, we mean cleaner water and a thriving Mojave River Watershed. 💧🌱 From community events to hands-on demos, it might not be runway…but it is impact.


Protecting our environment might not always be glamorous, but it’s something we all benefit from. Whether it’s preventing stormwater pollution or making small sustainable swaps, every action adds up.

Because when it comes to protecting our watershed… yeah, everybody wants this.



City of Victorville - Government City of Hesperia Town of Apple Valley, California

💚 Your mental health matters. And sometimes, the best reset starts outside. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, w...
05/14/2026

💚 Your mental health matters. And sometimes, the best reset starts outside.

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re hosting a giveaway to encourage moments of rest and reconnection with nature and ourselves. 🌿💧

Spending time outdoors – whether it’s near a river, walking your dog on a trail, or in your neighborhood park – can do wonders for your wellbeing. And here in the Mojave River Watershed, those spaces are all around us.

✨ How to enter:
• Make sure you’re following us
• Like this post
• Comment one thing you do to take care of your mental health

BONUS ENTRY: Share a photo of your favorite outdoor place to unwind or reset + tag us!

Giveaway ends May 21 – only valid for residents of Victorville, Hesperia, and Apple Valley



City of Victorville - Government Town of Apple Valley, California City of Hesperia

05/12/2026

Last Friday was one for the books! 📚✨ We had the honor of hosting “Story Time with Sonny the Stormwater Trooper” at the Apple Valley Newton T. Bass Branch Library.

Families joined us for a reading of “The Week Sonny Met a Stormwater Trooper”, along with an interactive Enviroscape video and live demonstration that helped bring stormwater pollution education to life.

We were also joined by our amazing Stormwater Ambassadors from who made the experience even more engaging and hands-on for the families. Kids also took home activity sheets and goodie bags packed with pollution prevention goodies. 💙
Huge thank you to everyone who came out and made the day such a success!


05/07/2026

🌱🌱 Let’s get a little dirty - it’s International Compost Awareness Week!

Turning your food scraps into soil. 🍌☕🍂

From veggie peels and coffee grounds to yard clippings, composting is one of the easiest ways to give back to the earth and help it thrive.

New to composting? Start simple:

• Use a small outdoor bin

• Add scraps to a planter

• Create a mini pile in your yard

Small habits = big impact for our planet (and our local environment 💧). Who’s giving composting a try this week? Comment below!



Join us for Storytime with Sonny at the Newton T. Bass Apple Valley Library! 📚 Enjoy a special reading of “The Day Sonny...
05/04/2026

Join us for Storytime with Sonny at the Newton T. Bass Apple Valley Library! 📚

Enjoy a special reading of “The Day Sonny Met a Stormwater Trooper”, plus an interactive Enviroscape demo where kids can see it all come to life!


🎁 And each child will receive a goodie bag to take home.
🗓 Friday, May 18
🕐 1:00 PM
Bring the family and make it an afternoon of learning and fun!

¡Acompáñanos a la Hora de Cuentos con Sonny en la biblioteca Newton T. Bass de Apple Valley! 📚
Disfruta de una lectura especial de “The Day Sonny Met a Stormwater Trooper”, además de una demostración interactiva de nuestro Enviroscape (maqueta interactiva del medio ambiente) donde los niños podrán verlo en acción.
🎁 Cada niño recibirá una bolsita de regalos para llevar a casa.
🗓 Viernes, 18 de mayo
🕐 1:00 PM
¡Trae a toda la familia y disfruten de una tarde llena de aprendizaje y diversión!



Town of Apple Valley, California San Bernardino County Library

04/30/2026

What really happens when it rains in the High Desert…or when you turn on a hose? 💧
That water becomes runoff, carrying everything in its path straight into the Mojave River Watershed. Watch this clip from our Enviroscape video to see how it all connects - and why it matters.

Want to dive deeper? Head to our YouTube at the link in our bio to watch the full video and subscribe for more ways to protect our watershed. 🌵





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