The Garbage Gobble is a great opportunity to protect our water resources by helping us cleanup materials dumped or carried by wind and water to our local creeks and streams.
Aside from leaving the cleanup with a sense of pride in a job well done, participants in the cleanup will enjoy the outdoors, make new friends, and have fun.
Join us!
Date: Saturday, November 16. Check-in at 10:00 a.m. Event runs until Noon.
Who can Participate? This opportunity is open to anyone interested in beautifying Davenport and protecting the health of our local waterways. No previous experience is necessary. Individuals 17 and under must have adult supervision.
Description of Project: Volunteers will be picking up litter along major corridors throughout the City. Litter pickup consists of walking, bending and placing wastes in a bag for disposal and carries little hazard. This activity will take place in the boulevards of highly trafficked areas. Volunteers will receive safety instruction and safety vests prior to the cleanup. Due to proximity of traffic, these areas are not suitable for younger children.
Weather? Weather is very variable in November. It could be a sunny day with a high of 50, or a day with rain sprinkles around 35. Past volunteers have enjoyed the cleanup and the challenge of all weather conditions. Because of difficulties associated with canceling and rescheduling, we will clear litter in light rain and low temperatures; however, it may end earlier for volunteer comfort. We will only cancel if there is a chance for significant rain, snow, high winds, or threat of lightening. Just remember to dress for conditions.
Other Details: Volunteers should wear clothing appropriate for weather conditions and to get dirty.
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