Opportunities From: City of Garland TX

10th  Annual Tri- City Liter Cleanup: Keep on Keeping it Beautiful

Keeping our waterways beautiful takes a community effort. Join volunteers from Dallas, Rowlett, and Garland to cleanup our shared waterway, Lake Ray Hubbard, and connecting tributaries.

We supply the tools; you supply the power! Choose from a preferred location in Dallas, Rowlett, or Garland to clean up. Following the workday, you are welcome to come hang out at the Hella Shrine Center for free food and fun.

Come dressed to work in the elements: boots, pants, sleeves, bug spray, and sunscreen. Bring a refillable water jug!

8:00 am to Noon Saturday, Oct. 10

Volunteer AgendaBefore Cleanup Day: Captains

Captains must schedule a time to pick up their Captain Kit and cleanup supplies prior to the cleanup event.

Please be prepared for pickup, as some kits will contain more supplies than others depending on the size and needs of your cleanup site.Review your kit and supplies before cleanup day so you are prepared for your volunteers.Captains are responsible for ensuring all volunteers have signed the Media and Liability Waiver before participating.7:45 AM: Captains

Captains should arrive at their assigned cleanup site no later than 7:45 AM to:

Set up and prepare for volunteersOrganize cleanup suppliesReview site-specific information and safety needsBe ready to welcome volunteers at 8:00 AM8:00 AM: All Volunteers

All volunteers should report directly to their assigned cleanup site by 8:00 AM.

At the cleanup site, volunteers will:

Check in with their CaptainSign the Media and Liability Waiver before participatingReceive cleanup suppliesReview safety regulations and important cleanup instructions

Once everyone is ready, cleanup can begin!

8:00 – 11:00 AM: Litter Cleanup

Volunteers will clean their assigned locations and return all cleanup supplies to their Captain when finished.

All volunteers must be picked up from their cleanup sites no later than 11:30 AM.

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Transition to Hella Shrine

Captains and volunteers will have this time to wrap up at their cleanup sites and travel to Hella Shrine for lunch and activities.

12:00 – 1:00 PM: Lunch & Fun at Hella Shrine

Join us at Hella Shrine after the cleanup for lunch and fun!

Food will be served until it runs out.

Hella Shrine
2121 Rowlett Rd.
Garland, TX 75043

Reminder

Have fun, be safe, and take lots of pictures!

CAPTAINS: Please make sure every volunteer has signed the Media and Liability Waiver before they participate. Volunteers should not begin cleanup activities until the required waiver has been completed.

Site Captain: Glenna Saygidia

Site Map:

Disclaimer: Volunteer Garland opportunities are open to community members who wish to give back. Please note that these activities do not qualify for court-ordered or court-appointed community service hours. Participants seeking to fulfill such requirements will need to find an alternative program.

9th Annual Tri- City Liter Cleanup: Keep on Keeping it Beautiful

Keeping our waterways beautiful takes a community effort. Join volunteers from Dallas, Rowlett, and Garland to cleanup our shared waterway, Lake Ray Hubbard, and connecting tributaries.

We supply the tools; you supply the power! Choose from a preferred location in Dallas, Rowlett, or Garland to clean up. Following the workday, you are welcome to come hang out at the Hella Shrine Center for free food and fun.

Come dressed to work in the elements: boots, pants, sleeves, bug spray, and sunscreen. Bring a refillable water jug!

8:00 am to Noon Saturday, Oct. 10

10th  Annual Tri- City Liter Cleanup: Keep on Keeping it Beautiful

Keeping our waterways beautiful takes a community effort. Join volunteers from Dallas, Rowlett, and Garland to cleanup our shared waterway, Lake Ray Hubbard, and connecting tributaries.

We supply the tools; you supply the power! Choose from a preferred location in Dallas, Rowlett, or Garland to clean up. Following the workday, you are welcome to come hang out at the Hella Shrine Center for free food and fun.

Come dressed to work in the elements: boots, pants, sleeves, bug spray, and sunscreen. Bring a refillable water jug!

8:00 am to Noon Saturday, Oct. 11

Volunteer AgendaBefore Cleanup Day: Captains

Captains must schedule a time to pick up their Captain Kit and cleanup supplies prior to the cleanup event.

Please be prepared for pickup, as some kits will contain more supplies than others depending on the size and needs of your cleanup site.Review your kit and supplies before cleanup day so you are prepared for your volunteers.Captains are responsible for ensuring all volunteers have signed the Media and Liability Waiver before participating.7:45 AM: Captains

Captains should arrive at their assigned cleanup site no later than 7:45 AM to:

Set up and prepare for volunteersOrganize cleanup suppliesReview site-specific information and safety needsBe ready to welcome volunteers at 8:00 AM8:00 AM: All Volunteers

All volunteers should report directly to their assigned cleanup site by 8:00 AM.

At the cleanup site, volunteers will:

Check in with their CaptainSign the Media and Liability Waiver before participatingReceive cleanup suppliesReview safety regulations and important cleanup instructions

Once everyone is ready, cleanup can begin!

8:00 – 11:00 AM: Litter Cleanup

Volunteers will clean their assigned locations and return all cleanup supplies to their Captain when finished.

All volunteers must be picked up from their cleanup sites no later than 11:30 AM.

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Transition to Hella Shrine

Captains and volunteers will have this time to wrap up at their cleanup sites and travel to Hella Shrine for lunch and activities.

12:00 – 1:00 PM: Lunch & Fun at Hella Shrine

Join us at Hella Shrine after the cleanup for lunch and fun!

Food will be served until it runs out.

Hella Shrine
2121 Rowlett Rd.
Garland, TX 75043

Reminder

Have fun, be safe, and take lots of pictures!

CAPTAINS: Please make sure every volunteer has signed the Media and Liability Waiver before they participate. Volunteers should not begin cleanup activities until the required waiver has been completed.

Site Captain: Raney Stryk

Disclaimer: Volunteer Garland opportunities are open to community members who wish to give back. Please note that these activities do not qualify for court-ordered or court-appointed community service hours. Participants seeking to fulfill such requirements will need to find an alternative program.

10th  Annual Tri- City Liter Cleanup: Keep on Keeping it Beautiful

Keeping our waterways beautiful takes a community effort. Join volunteers from Dallas, Rowlett, and Garland to cleanup our shared waterway, Lake Ray Hubbard, and connecting tributaries.

We supply the tools; you supply the power! Choose from a preferred location in Dallas, Rowlett, or Garland to clean up. Following the workday, you are welcome to come hang out at the Hella Shrine Center for free food and fun.

Come dressed to work in the elements: boots, pants, sleeves, bug spray, and sunscreen. Bring a refillable water jug!

8:00 am to Noon Saturday, Oct. 10

Volunteer AgendaBefore Cleanup Day: Captains

Captains must schedule a time to pick up their Captain Kit and cleanup supplies prior to the cleanup event.

Please be prepared for pickup, as some kits will contain more supplies than others depending on the size and needs of your cleanup site.Review your kit and supplies before cleanup day so you are prepared for your volunteers.Captains are responsible for ensuring all volunteers have signed the Media and Liability Waiver before participating.7:45 AM: Captains

Captains should arrive at their assigned cleanup site no later than 7:45 AM to:

Set up and prepare for volunteersOrganize cleanup suppliesReview site-specific information and safety needsBe ready to welcome volunteers at 8:00 AM8:00 AM: All Volunteers

All volunteers should report directly to their assigned cleanup site by 8:00 AM.

At the cleanup site, volunteers will:

Check in with their CaptainSign the Media and Liability Waiver before participatingReceive cleanup suppliesReview safety regulations and important cleanup instructions

Once everyone is ready, cleanup can begin!

8:00 – 11:00 AM: Litter Cleanup

Volunteers will clean their assigned locations and return all cleanup supplies to their Captain when finished.

All volunteers must be picked up from their cleanup sites no later than 11:30 AM.

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Transition to Hella Shrine

Captains and volunteers will have this time to wrap up at their cleanup sites and travel to Hella Shrine for lunch and activities.

12:00 – 1:00 PM: Lunch & Fun at Hella Shrine

Join us at Hella Shrine after the cleanup for lunch and fun!

Food will be served until it runs out.

Hella Shrine
2121 Rowlett Rd.
Garland, TX 75043

Reminder

Have fun, be safe, and take lots of pictures!

CAPTAINS: Please make sure every volunteer has signed the Media and Liability Waiver before they participate. Volunteers should not begin cleanup activities until the required waiver has been completed.

Site Information:  Public Parking Lot next to 2606 Pleasant Valley Garland 75040
TEENS & UP- Kiwanis Site- Most volunteers are Kiwanis, but public is welcome. Porta-Potty. Paved Trails cross under PGBT, unpaved trails heading south. Lots of litter along creekbed, under hwy.

Site Captain: Tom Hendrick of Keep Garland Beautiful

Disclaimer: Volunteer Garland opportunities are open to community members who wish to give back. Please note that these activities do not qualify for court-ordered or court-appointed community service hours. Participants seeking to fulfill such requirements will need to find an alternative program.

10th  Annual Tri- City Liter Cleanup: Keep on Keeping it Beautiful

Keeping our waterways beautiful takes a community effort. Join volunteers from Dallas, Rowlett, and Garland to cleanup our shared waterway, Lake Ray Hubbard, and connecting tributaries.

We supply the tools; you supply the power! Choose from a preferred location in Dallas, Rowlett, or Garland to clean up. Following the workday, you are welcome to come hang out at the Hella Shrine Center for free food and fun.

Come dressed to work in the elements: boots, pants, sleeves, bug spray, and sunscreen. Bring a refillable water jug!

8:00 am to Noon Saturday, Oct. 10

Volunteer AgendaBefore Cleanup Day: Captains

Captains must schedule a time to pick up their Captain Kit and cleanup supplies prior to the cleanup event.

Please be prepared for pickup, as some kits will contain more supplies than others depending on the size and needs of your cleanup site.Review your kit and supplies before cleanup day so you are prepared for your volunteers.Captains are responsible for ensuring all volunteers have signed the Media and Liability Waiver before participating.7:45 AM: Captains

Captains should arrive at their assigned cleanup site no later than 7:45 AM to:

Set up and prepare for volunteersOrganize cleanup suppliesReview site-specific information and safety needsBe ready to welcome volunteers at 8:00 AM8:00 AM: All Volunteers

All volunteers should report directly to their assigned cleanup site by 8:00 AM.

At the cleanup site, volunteers will:

Check in with their CaptainSign the Media and Liability Waiver before participatingReceive cleanup suppliesReview safety regulations and important cleanup instructions

Once everyone is ready, cleanup can begin!

8:00 – 11:00 AM: Litter Cleanup

Volunteers will clean their assigned locations and return all cleanup supplies to their Captain when finished.

All volunteers must be picked up from their cleanup sites no later than 11:30 AM.

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Transition to Hella Shrine

Captains and volunteers will have this time to wrap up at their cleanup sites and travel to Hella Shrine for lunch and activities.

12:00 – 1:00 PM: Lunch & Fun at Hella Shrine

Join us at Hella Shrine after the cleanup for lunch and fun!

Food will be served until it runs out.

Hella Shrine
2121 Rowlett Rd.
Garland, TX 75043

Reminder

Have fun, be safe, and take lots of pictures!

CAPTAINS: Please make sure every volunteer has signed the Media and Liability Waiver before they participate. Volunteers should not begin cleanup activities until the required waiver has been completed.

Site Information: FAMILY FRIENDLY. Plenty of parking. Port-a-potty available further down trail.

Site Captain: Ximena Rueda

Disclaimer: Volunteer Garland opportunities are open to community members who wish to give back. Please note that these activities do not qualify for court-ordered or court-appointed community service hours. Participants seeking to fulfill such requirements will need to find an alternative program.

10th  Annual Tri- City Liter Cleanup: Keep on Keeping it Beautiful

Keeping our waterways beautiful takes a community effort. Join volunteers from Dallas, Rowlett, and Garland to cleanup our shared waterway, Lake Ray Hubbard, and connecting tributaries.

We supply the tools; you supply the power! Choose from a preferred location in Dallas, Rowlett, or Garland to clean up. Following the workday, you are welcome to come hang out at the Hella Shrine Center for free food and fun.

Come dressed to work in the elements: boots, pants, sleeves, bug spray, and sunscreen. Bring a refillable water jug!

8:00 am to Noon Saturday, Oct. 10

Volunteer AgendaBefore Cleanup Day: Captains

Captains must schedule a time to pick up their Captain Kit and cleanup supplies prior to the cleanup event.

Please be prepared for pickup, as some kits will contain more supplies than others depending on the size and needs of your cleanup site.Review your kit and supplies before cleanup day so you are prepared for your volunteers.Captains are responsible for ensuring all volunteers have signed the Media and Liability Waiver before participating.7:45 AM: Captains

Captains should arrive at their assigned cleanup site no later than 7:45 AM to:

Set up and prepare for volunteersOrganize cleanup suppliesReview site-specific information and safety needsBe ready to welcome volunteers at 8:00 AM8:00 AM: All Volunteers

All volunteers should report directly to their assigned cleanup site by 8:00 AM.

At the cleanup site, volunteers will:

Check in with their CaptainSign the Media and Liability Waiver before participatingReceive cleanup suppliesReview safety regulations and important cleanup instructions

Once everyone is ready, cleanup can begin!

8:00 – 11:00 AM: Litter Cleanup

Volunteers will clean their assigned locations and return all cleanup supplies to their Captain when finished.

All volunteers must be picked up from their cleanup sites no later than 11:30 AM.

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Transition to Hella Shrine

Captains and volunteers will have this time to wrap up at their cleanup sites and travel to Hella Shrine for lunch and activities.

12:00 – 1:00 PM: Lunch & Fun at Hella Shrine

Join us at Hella Shrine after the cleanup for lunch and fun!

Food will be served until it runs out.

Hella Shrine
2121 Rowlett Rd.
Garland, TX 75043

Reminder

Have fun, be safe, and take lots of pictures!

CAPTAINS: Please make sure every volunteer has signed the Media and Liability Waiver before they participate. Volunteers should not begin cleanup activities until the required waiver has been completed.

Site Information: ADULTS ONLY. No bathrooms on site. Volunteers will walk a bit along an unpaved, mostly shaded trail in the RCP to collect trash. This part of the trail has a couple of large accumulations along the creek and volunteers will need to work together.

Disclaimer: Volunteer Garland opportunities are open to community members who wish to give back. Please note that these activities do not qualify for court-ordered or court-appointed community service hours. Participants seeking to fulfill such requirements will need to find an alternative program.

10th  Annual Tri- City Liter Cleanup: Keep on Keeping it Beautiful

Keeping our waterways beautiful takes a community effort. Join volunteers from Dallas, Rowlett, and Garland to cleanup our shared waterway, Lake Ray Hubbard, and connecting tributaries.

We supply the tools; you supply the power! Choose from a preferred location in Dallas, Rowlett, or Garland to clean up. Following the workday, you are welcome to come hang out at the Hella Shrine Center for free food and fun.

Come dressed to work in the elements: boots, pants, sleeves, bug spray, and sunscreen. Bring a refillable water jug!

8:00 am to Noon Saturday, Oct. 10

Volunteer AgendaBefore Cleanup Day: Captains

Captains must schedule a time to pick up their Captain Kit and cleanup supplies prior to the cleanup event.

Please be prepared for pickup, as some kits will contain more supplies than others depending on the size and needs of your cleanup site.Review your kit and supplies before cleanup day so you are prepared for your volunteers.Captains are responsible for ensuring all volunteers have signed the Media and Liability Waiver before participating.7:45 AM: Captains

Captains should arrive at their assigned cleanup site no later than 7:45 AM to:

Set up and prepare for volunteersOrganize cleanup suppliesReview site-specific information and safety needsBe ready to welcome volunteers at 8:00 AM8:00 AM: All Volunteers

All volunteers should report directly to their assigned cleanup site by 8:00 AM.

At the cleanup site, volunteers will:

Check in with their CaptainSign the Media and Liability Waiver before participatingReceive cleanup suppliesReview safety regulations and important cleanup instructions

Once everyone is ready, cleanup can begin!

8:00 – 11:00 AM: Litter Cleanup

Volunteers will clean their assigned locations and return all cleanup supplies to their Captain when finished.

All volunteers must be picked up from their cleanup sites no later than 11:30 AM.

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Transition to Hella Shrine

Captains and volunteers will have this time to wrap up at their cleanup sites and travel to Hella Shrine for lunch and activities.

12:00 – 1:00 PM: Lunch & Fun at Hella Shrine

Join us at Hella Shrine after the cleanup for lunch and fun!

Food will be served until it runs out.

Hella Shrine
2121 Rowlett Rd.
Garland, TX 75043

Reminder

Have fun, be safe, and take lots of pictures!

CAPTAINS: Please make sure every volunteer has signed the Media and Liability Waiver before they participate. Volunteers should not begin cleanup activities until the required waiver has been completed.

Site Information:  FAMILY FRIENDLY. Easy Parking in 2 locations. Concrete walking trails. Lots of shade from trees. Creek access.

Site Captain: Dan Segert of Keep Garland Beautiful 

**Walk-ups are welcome but must register at Hella Shrine.

CAPTAINS: If someone has not registered at Hella Shrine, they must complete a waiver and media release before joining. These forms will be provided in your clipboard.**

Disclaimer: Volunteer Garland opportunities are open to community members who wish to give back. Please note that these activities do not qualify for court-ordered or court-appointed community service hours. Participants seeking to fulfill such requirements will need to find an alternative program.

10th  Annual Tri- City Liter Cleanup: Keep on Keeping it Beautiful

Keeping our waterways beautiful takes a community effort. Join volunteers from Dallas, Rowlett, and Garland to cleanup our shared waterway, Lake Ray Hubbard, and connecting tributaries.

We supply the tools; you supply the power! Choose from a preferred location in Dallas, Rowlett, or Garland to clean up. Following the workday, you are welcome to come hang out at the Hella Shrine Center for free food and fun.

Come dressed to work in the elements: boots, pants, sleeves, bug spray, and sunscreen. Bring a refillable water jug!

8:00 am to Noon Saturday, Oct. 10

Volunteer AgendaBefore Cleanup Day: Captains

Captains must schedule a time to pick up their Captain Kit and cleanup supplies prior to the cleanup event.

Please be prepared for pickup, as some kits will contain more supplies than others depending on the size and needs of your cleanup site.Review your kit and supplies before cleanup day so you are prepared for your volunteers.Captains are responsible for ensuring all volunteers have signed the Media and Liability Waiver before participating.7:45 AM: Captains

Captains should arrive at their assigned cleanup site no later than 7:45 AM to:

Set up and prepare for volunteersOrganize cleanup suppliesReview site-specific information and safety needsBe ready to welcome volunteers at 8:00 AM8:00 AM: All Volunteers

All volunteers should report directly to their assigned cleanup site by 8:00 AM.

At the cleanup site, volunteers will:

Check in with their CaptainSign the Media and Liability Waiver before participatingReceive cleanup suppliesReview safety regulations and important cleanup instructions

Once everyone is ready, cleanup can begin!

8:00 – 11:00 AM: Litter Cleanup

Volunteers will clean their assigned locations and return all cleanup supplies to their Captain when finished.

All volunteers must be picked up from their cleanup sites no later than 11:30 AM.

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Transition to Hella Shrine

Captains and volunteers will have this time to wrap up at their cleanup sites and travel to Hella Shrine for lunch and activities.

12:00 – 1:00 PM: Lunch & Fun at Hella Shrine

Join us at Hella Shrine after the cleanup for lunch and fun!

Food will be served until it runs out.

Hella Shrine
2121 Rowlett Rd.
Garland, TX 75043

Reminder

Have fun, be safe, and take lots of pictures!

CAPTAINS: Please make sure every volunteer has signed the Media and Liability Waiver before they participate. Volunteers should not begin cleanup activities until the required waiver has been completed.

Site Information: FAMILY FRIENDLY. Closest restrooms at local businesses.

Site Captain: Rob Kaaa

Disclaimer: Volunteer Garland opportunities are open to community members who wish to give back. Please note that these activities do not qualify for court-ordered or court-appointed community service hours. Participants seeking to fulfill such requirements will need to find an alternative program.

10th  Annual Tri- City Liter Cleanup: Keep on Keeping it Beautiful

Keeping our waterways beautiful takes a community effort. Join volunteers from Dallas, Rowlett, and Garland to cleanup our shared waterway, Lake Ray Hubbard, and connecting tributaries.

We supply the tools; you supply the power! Choose from a preferred location in Dallas, Rowlett, or Garland to clean up. Following the workday, you are welcome to come hang out at the Hella Shrine Center for free food and fun.

Come dressed to work in the elements: boots, pants, sleeves, bug spray, and sunscreen. Bring a refillable water jug!

8:00 am to Noon Saturday, Oct. 10

Volunteer AgendaBefore Cleanup Day: Captains

Captains must schedule a time to pick up their Captain Kit and cleanup supplies prior to the cleanup event.

Please be prepared for pickup, as some kits will contain more supplies than others depending on the size and needs of your cleanup site.Review your kit and supplies before cleanup day so you are prepared for your volunteers.Captains are responsible for ensuring all volunteers have signed the Media and Liability Waiver before participating.7:45 AM: Captains

Captains should arrive at their assigned cleanup site no later than 7:45 AM to:

Set up and prepare for volunteersOrganize cleanup suppliesReview site-specific information and safety needsBe ready to welcome volunteers at 8:00 AM8:00 AM: All Volunteers

All volunteers should report directly to their assigned cleanup site by 8:00 AM.

At the cleanup site, volunteers will:

Check in with their CaptainSign the Media and Liability Waiver before participatingReceive cleanup suppliesReview safety regulations and important cleanup instructions

Once everyone is ready, cleanup can begin!

8:00 – 11:00 AM: Litter Cleanup

Volunteers will clean their assigned locations and return all cleanup supplies to their Captain when finished.

All volunteers must be picked up from their cleanup sites no later than 11:30 AM.

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Transition to Hella Shrine

Captains and volunteers will have this time to wrap up at their cleanup sites and travel to Hella Shrine for lunch and activities.

12:00 – 1:00 PM: Lunch & Fun at Hella Shrine

Join us at Hella Shrine after the cleanup for lunch and fun!

Food will be served until it runs out.

Hella Shrine
2121 Rowlett Rd.
Garland, TX 75043

Reminder

Have fun, be safe, and take lots of pictures!

CAPTAINS: Please make sure every volunteer has signed the Media and Liability Waiver before they participate. Volunteers should not begin cleanup activities until the required waiver has been completed.

Site Information:  FAMILY FRIENDLY. Easy Parking in 2 locations. Concrete walking trails. Lots of shade from trees. Creek access.

Site Captains: Skatepark Respect

Disclaimer: Volunteer Garland opportunities are open to community members who wish to give back. Please note that these activities do not qualify for court-ordered or court-appointed community service hours. Participants seeking to fulfill such requirements will need to find an alternative program.

10th  Annual Tri- City Liter Cleanup: Keep on Keeping it Beautiful

Keeping our waterways beautiful takes a community effort. Join volunteers from Dallas, Rowlett, and Garland to cleanup our shared waterway, Lake Ray Hubbard, and connecting tributaries.

We supply the tools; you supply the power! Choose from a preferred location in Dallas, Rowlett, or Garland to clean up. Following the workday, you are welcome to come hang out at the Hella Shrine Center for free food and fun.

Come dressed to work in the elements: boots, pants, sleeves, bug spray, and sunscreen. Bring a refillable water jug!

8:00 am to Noon Saturday, Oct. 10

Volunteer AgendaBefore Cleanup Day: Captains

Captains must schedule a time to pick up their Captain Kit and cleanup supplies prior to the cleanup event.

Please be prepared for pickup, as some kits will contain more supplies than others depending on the size and needs of your cleanup site.Review your kit and supplies before cleanup day so you are prepared for your volunteers.Captains are responsible for ensuring all volunteers have signed the Media and Liability Waiver before participating.7:45 AM: Captains

Captains should arrive at their assigned cleanup site no later than 7:45 AM to:

Set up and prepare for volunteersOrganize cleanup suppliesReview site-specific information and safety needsBe ready to welcome volunteers at 8:00 AM8:00 AM: All Volunteers

All volunteers should report directly to their assigned cleanup site by 8:00 AM.

At the cleanup site, volunteers will:

Check in with their CaptainSign the Media and Liability Waiver before participatingReceive cleanup suppliesReview safety regulations and important cleanup instructions

Once everyone is ready, cleanup can begin!

8:00 – 11:00 AM: Litter Cleanup

Volunteers will clean their assigned locations and return all cleanup supplies to their Captain when finished.

All volunteers must be picked up from their cleanup sites no later than 11:30 AM.

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Transition to Hella Shrine

Captains and volunteers will have this time to wrap up at their cleanup sites and travel to Hella Shrine for lunch and activities.

12:00 – 1:00 PM: Lunch & Fun at Hella Shrine

Join us at Hella Shrine after the cleanup for lunch and fun!

Food will be served until it runs out.

Hella Shrine
2121 Rowlett Rd.
Garland, TX 75043

Reminder

Have fun, be safe, and take lots of pictures!

CAPTAINS: Please make sure every volunteer has signed the Media and Liability Waiver before they participate. Volunteers should not begin cleanup activities until the required waiver has been completed.

Site Information:  FAMILY FRIENDLY. Parking in neighboring streets. Large mowed field with limited shoreline access. Overgrown along shore.

Site Captain:

Disclaimer: Volunteer Garland opportunities are open to community members who wish to give back. Please note that these activities do not qualify for court-ordered or court-appointed community service hours. Participants seeking to fulfill such requirements will need to find an alternative program.

Garland Captains Needed! 

Garland Cleanup Captain Agenda10th Annual Tri-City Litter Cleanup

Keep on Keeping It Beautiful
Saturday, October 10, 2026
8:00 AM - Noon

Before Cleanup Day

If you are selected and confirmed as a Cleanup Captain, you will need to schedule a time with Volunteer Garland to pick up your Captain Kit and cleanup supplies prior to the event.

Your kit will include the supplies and information you will need for your assigned cleanup site. Please review your materials before cleanup day and bring your Captain Kit and supplies with you to your site on the morning of the event.

7:45 AM | Captains Arrive at Assigned Cleanup Sites

Captains should arrive at their assigned cleanup site by 7:45 AM to prepare for volunteers.

Have your Captain Kit and cleanup supplies ready.Review the cleanup area and site boundaries.Set up supplies for distribution.Be ready to greet and organize volunteers as they arrive.8:00 AM | Volunteers Arrive at Assigned Cleanup Sites

Volunteers will report directly to the cleanup site they registered for.

Captains should:

Welcome volunteers and help with check-in.Make sure volunteers are at the correct site.Distribute gloves, litter grabbers, trash bags, and other supplies.Review safety information and cleanup boundaries.Help organize volunteers before cleanup begins.8:30 AM | Cleanup Begins

Captains should:

Lead volunteers into the designated cleanup area.Keep the group organized and within the assigned boundaries.Encourage safe cleanup practices.Keep track of supplies.Be available to answer questions and assist volunteers.Contact Volunteer Garland staff with any safety concerns or issues.8:30 - 11:00 AM | Litter Cleanup

Throughout the cleanup, remind volunteers to:

Wear gloves when handling litter.Use litter grabbers whenever possible.Stay aware of traffic, water, uneven ground, and other surroundings.Never handle hazardous, sharp, or questionable items.Stay within the designated cleanup area.Take breaks and stay hydrated as needed.11:00 AM | Cleanup Ends

At 11:00 AM, Captains should let all volunteers know that cleanup is ending.

Ask volunteers to finish what they are working on and stop cleanup activities.Remind volunteers who were dropped off to call or text their ride for pickup.Collect all reusable cleanup supplies.Make sure all supplies are accounted for.Make sure filled trash bags and collected litter are left in the designated collection area.Check the cleanup site before leaving.Thank your volunteers for their hard work.Follow the instructions provided by Volunteer Garland for returning your Captain Kit and cleanup supplies.Important Captain InformationCaptains must be 18 years of age or older.Volunteers under 18 may serve as a Co-Captain with a parent, guardian, or school mentor.Captain sites are assigned on a first come, first served basis.Registering to be a Captain does not guarantee a Captain position or cleanup site.You are officially confirmed as a Captain only after receiving a personal confirmation email from a Volunteer Garland employee.If you do not receive a personal confirmation email, the available Captain positions and sites have been filled.Thank You, Captains!

Thank you for stepping up to lead! Your leadership helps keep our volunteers safe, organized, and engaged and helps make the 10th Annual Tri-City Litter Cleanup a success.