The 9th Annual Pristine Riders Fall Trash Crush community clean-up and environmental stewardship event is being held on Friday, May 24th from 10:00 AM-12:30 PM rain or shine meeting at North Star Nature Preserve’s South Gate parking lot. The event is hosted by Pristine Riders, a local 501c3 non-profit combining a passion for cycling and cleaning up the environment and Sun Dog Athletics, celebrating their 28th Anniversary as " Aspen's Adventure Sports School" in May.
The volunteer litter clean-up along Hwy 82, East of Aspen trail, ABC trail, Castle Creek Rd. and Maroon Creek Rd. is necessary to address historic levels of litter and an ideal way to give back, showing appreciation for our pristine mountains. Trash Crush also boosts awareness of environmental stewardship, inspiring others to take ownership and care for our natural surroundings each day. Partnering with CDOT’s Adopt-A-Highway program, orange safety vests & trash bags will be provided. Partners include the City of Aspen, Pitkin County Solid Waste Center, ACRA, Silverpeak Grill and the Buck.
The first 25 volunteers to sign up at [email protected] will receive a complimentary volunteer alfresco lunch courtesy of Silverpeak Grill and Buck. Trashy Awards & a special volunteer raffle, with special prizes from Mi Chola and La Raza will be presented. Adults ages 18 and older are invited. Sun protection, long pants, work gloves, water and extra clothing for changing weather are suggested.
More information and registration are available by contacting Pristine Riders Executive Director Erik Skarvan at [email protected] or (970) 925-1069. Like Sun Dog Athletics and Pristine Riders on Facebook for updates.