Volunteer registration open for April 25th region-wide litter cleanup
Celebrate Earth Day by taking time to care for our environment. The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) is once again inviting volunteers to participate in its region-wide litter pick-up day, which will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (regardless of the weather conditions).
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The Pick Up the Poconos Spring Cleanup is just one component of the PMVB’s “Pick Up the Poconos” campaign, which has resulted in 54,000 bags of trash being picked up.
Individuals and groups interested in participating can fill out the Volunteer Form or Group Sign-Up Form located at PickUpthePoconos.com. The deadline to sign up is Friday, April 17, 2026, by 5 p.m.
There are over 20 locations across Wayne, Pike, Monroe, and Carbon counties where volunteers can choose to participate. Additionally, private cleanups organized by community groups, businesses, and Pocono resorts are also part of this initiative. On the day of the cleanup, volunteers will receive supply kits containing trash bags, gloves, safety vests, and other necessary supplies. The Monroe County Municipal Waste Management Authority plays a large role in coordinating the cleanup, distributing supplies, and properly disposing of the collected litter.
“Pocono Mountains residents are passionate about maintaining clean and green communities,” said Chris Barrett, President/CEO, Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau. “We’re so grateful to all the volunteers who’ve dedicated their time to Pick Up the Poconos. Their hard work helps make the Pocono Mountains a fantastic place to live, learn, work, and have fun.”
The Pick Up the Poconos campaign also includes Pocono 3C, an innovative program involving multiple key partners that gives a hand up to individuals who are homeless, or at risk of becoming homeless, by employing them to clean litter from Monroe County roadways. The PMVB also contracts with Adopt-A-Highway Litter Removal Service of America, Inc. to clean major highways and entrance/exit ramps throughout the year.
Please help spread the word about the April 25th cleanup by sharing the event on Facebook (HERE). For resources and safety tips about picking up litter, visit PickUpThePoconos.com.
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