Join the 24th Annual Cape Cod Canal Clean Up on April 19 for Earth Day
February 25, 2025 (Barnstable, MA) – AmeriCorps Cape Cod and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are proud to host the 24th Annual Cape Cod Canal Clean Up on Saturday, April 19, 2025. The event, held in honor of Earth Day, invites community members to preserve and beautify the region’s most distinct landmark.
The event is free and open to the public. Volunteers of any kind, including families, clubs, and businesses, are encouraged to register. Participants will gather at the Herring Run Recreation Area from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to remove litter and debris along the Cape Cod Canal. All necessary cleanup supplies, including gloves and trash bags, will be provided. Participants will also enjoy a complimentary lunch, family-friendly activities, and more after the cleanup. Collected trash will be weighed to determine how much litter was diverted from the waterway.
Interested volunteers can register online by scanning the QR code on the event flyer or by visiting:
https://www.capecod.gov/Canal-Clean-Up-2025
For those unable to attend on April 19, alternative cleanup opportunities can be arranged. Volunteers or individuals with questions can contact Brendan Williamson at brendan.williamson@capecod.gov for more information.
- Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025
- Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Location: Herring Run Recreation Area (810 Scenic HWY, Bourne, MA 02532)
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ABOUT AMERICORPS CAPE COD: AmeriCorps Cape Cod is a 20-member national service organization operating through Barnstable County. Our program focuses on meeting Cape Cod’s critical and pressing environmental and disaster response needs through a dedication to community service and local collaboration.
ABOUT BARNSTABLE COUNTY REGIONAL GOVERNMENT OF CAPE COD: Barnstable County provides exemplary government functions and services to keep our community healthy and safe, promote sustainable growth, and offer a proactive, open government that enhances the quality of life for the citizens of Barnstable County. Learn more at www.capecod.gov.
