Hi there. I was going to the store to replace my doorbell and noticed a determined group of people partnering to remove trash and other undesirables from the road’s shoulder. What a great opportunity to write and provide a big “hats off” to those dedicated folks that load up those telltale orange bags with litter. Or perhaps a 21 bag salute is more fitting.

Chances are good that your State’s Adopt-A-Highway program still has a stretch of road near you with your name on it. Adopt-A-Highway programs provide a great opportunity for individuals, clubs, for-profit/non-profit organizations and business, and even sororities/fraternities to step up with their good, environmentally conscious, deeds.

Hey, you get a small workout too! In most cases it’s a two-mile stretch to maintain. Typically it includes the options of removing trash, mowing/weeding, and even the potential of planting shrubs, flowers, and trees.

Don’t worry about the bags and safety vests. My research found that the Department of Transportation in your state would likely provide the bags, vests, and will even pick up and dispose of the bags that folks fill. If you don’t like getting out there and doing it yourself you just may be able to wrangle up some eager volunteers and/or work-for-hire folks that will help with the cause.

I am certainly going to look into volunteering for a cleanup in my area.