Trash Blast at Giant City State Park

Illinois Extension is partnering with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) at Giant City State Park to protect our local natural resources by hosting a fall Trash Blast on June 13 from 10 a.m. to noon. 

During Trash Blasts, we will break into small teams of volunteers to collect litter from selected sites. We find items as large as tires to tiny micro trash. No matter what we find, we try to remove it to help restore the area to its natural state. 

Volunteers should wear sturdy shoes, bring gloves, long pants, and closed-toed shoes to be prepared. If you do not have gloves, we can help provide them for you. Trash buckets and trash grabbers will be provided for volunteers to use during the trash blast. But you are encouraged to bring your own. Don't forget to bring your own water to stay hydrated or snacks to refuel. 

This event is limited to 23 participants. Meet in the Giant City Visitor Center Parking Lot to receive your clean-up assignment.