FOCUS: Conservancy launches April litter cleanup program

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Staff reports  |  The Charleston Parks Conservancy is launching a volunteer litter cleanup program in April to remove trash from the West Ashley Greenway and Bikeway.

“After conducting a community survey about the West Ashley Greenway and Bikeway, it was clear that litter is a big concern,” said Rachel Barry, volunteer manager for the Conservancy. “We are excited to give the community an opportunity to join us in cleaning up the trails and making them more enjoyable for everyone.” 

The organization will give away 100 cleanup kits with bags, gloves, safety vests and trash pickers for volunteers to use in its Cleanup in the Parks effort to remove trash from any local park or public greenspace, according to a press release

The conservancy also is partnering with like-minded organizations to host community cleanup events along the West Ashley Greenway and Bikeway with a kickoff cleanup on Earth Day, April 22, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. In addition, Charleston Waterkeeper will host a morning cleanup along the West Ashley Bikeway hosted from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Keep Charleston Beautiful will host its own cleanup on the Greenway from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. An additional cleanup event is also scheduled for May 22.

Located west of the Ashley River and spanning a combined more than 10 miles, the West Ashley Greenway and Bikeway winds through tunnels of trees, residential neighborhoods and across marshlands. This linear park is widely used for walking, running and biking. 

• To register for a cleanup kit or to participate in the Earth Day community cleanup, visit www.charlestonparksconservancy.org.
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