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Litter Cleanup at Fort Totten and Fort Circle Parks

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ORGANIZATION: National Park Service

  • A group opportunity. Invite your friends.

Are you passionate about being an environmental steward?

Are you looking for a way to give back and take care of your neighborhood park?


Look no further than this opportunity -- Please join us Rock Creek Park for a litter clean-up near Fort Totten and Fort Circle Parks!


This heavily trafficked area is unfortunately littered with trash and debris, but with your help we can give it the revival it deserves!



Event details

  • Saturday April 26th, from 1:00 to 3:00pm.
  • Please meet at the trailhead, near the corner of Galloway St. NE and 4th St NE (approximate address: 395 Galloway St. NE)
  • Activities will include walking around, bending over, picking up, carrying and moving litter and debris varying small to large in size.
  • National Park Service (NPS) will provide gloves, trash pickers, and trash bags for this event.

What to Bring

  • Please wear hats and use sunscreen, as we will be working during peak sun. Bug spray may come in handy too!
  • Please wear long pants (preferably with no holes) as well as close-toed shoes.
  • You're encouraged to bring a snack and water (preferably in a reusable bottle!)
  • Please bring a positive can-do attitude!


If this sounds like something you are interested in taking part in, please sign up via the 'apply' button below! This opportunity is for everyone, and we hope to see you there!

Start Date - 2025-04-26

End Date - 2025-04-26

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About National Park Service

Location:

1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240, US

Mission Statement

The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. The Park Service cooperates with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world.

Description

The U.S. National Park Service, www.nps.gov, cares for special places saved by the American people so that all may experience our heritage. We care for more than 400 national parks and help communities preserve their historic places and open spaces.

CAUSE AREAS

Arts & Culture
Environment
Sports & Recreation
Arts & Culture, Environment, Sports & Recreation

WHEN

Fri Apr 25, 2025 - Sat Apr 26, 2025
05:00 PM - 04:59 PM

WHERE

395 Galloway St NEWashington, DC 20011

(38.95255,-76.99911)
 

SKILLS

GOOD FOR

  • Kids
  • Teens
  • Public Groups

REQUIREMENTS

N/A

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