Litter-Free Events
A litter-free event is one in which the public takes an active part in placing their trash in litter and recycling receptacles. Through a litter-free event, the public is encouraged to take personal responsibility for the proper disposal of one’s own trash.
Event Organizers Should:
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Make your festival, fair or any outdoor community events “waste wise/litter free” by involving all participants in the planning.
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Give out litterbags and portable or pocket ashtrays at the entrances and make sure everyone knows that your event is a “waste wise/litter free” event.
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Place large trash receptacles and recycling receptacles near food venues and eating areas. Place event volunteers nearby to help attendees find the receptacles as they need them.
Your chapter can host a litter-free event at a local sports event, outdoor fair, or music festival. Please see www.kab.org/ptk for guidelines on how to run a successful litter-free event, and a lot of case studies from the Keep America Beautiful affiliate network.
