Some of the dozens of volunteers who gathered on Earth Day last year to pick up litter on downtown streets
Photo: Great Bay Services
By Lee Burnett
Several local organizations are observing Earth Day, April 22, with litter patrols and a trail improvement project. All events welcome participation. Some events are held on weekends, not Earth Day itself, which falls on a Tuesday this year.
The biggest event is a litter patrol of downtown streets next Tuesday organized by Great Bay Services. Last year, dozens participated.
“I think it is important to help keep our community clean, and the best way to do that is to lead by example and to just dive in,” explained Cory Long, volunteer coordinator at Great Bay. “It is nice seeing everyone come together as one on April 22 every year to help clean up our community, reminding us we can all make a difference.”
Great Bay invites volunteers to gather between 8:30 and 9 am in front of the Sanford Mill Apartments at 61 Washington St., on the upper patio near Pioneer Avenue. Great Bay will provide gloves and trash bags. The primary focus will be on the mill district and other downtown areas, as numbers allow. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Northland Enterprises is sponsoring the event. Food and drink will be provided.
Other events are being organized by the Rotary Club of Sanford/Springvale and Sanford Trails Committee.
The Rotary Club plans a litter patrol at the Route 4/Route 109 roundabout at 7:30 am on Saturday, April 26. The plan is to gather at the L’il General Store parking lot at 7:30 am and walk across, with protection from a police escort, according to organizer Bridget Salantri. There is no need to sign up; just bring gloves and garbage bags.
The Sanford Trails Committee is organizing a bridge redecking at Carpenter’s Crossing bridge on the Rail Trail. The plan is to gather at the Rail Trail parking area along Hanson Ridge Road at 9 am Saturday, April 19, and proceed along to the bridge. Carpentry skills and tools are welcome. Decking materials will be provided. If you can help, please contact: Lee Burnett at 207.206.2106 or leeburnett_maine@hotmail.com.
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