Trash Blast – Johnson County event:
| Detail | Information |
| Event Name | Trash Blasts in the Shawnee National Forest |
| Date & Time | Friday, October 3, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM |
| Location | Dutchman Lake, within the Shawnee National Forest (Johnson/Massac County Area, IL) |
| Description | Volunteers will work in small teams to collect litter and sometimes remove graffiti or invasive species from selected sites. Items collected range from micro-trash to large items like mattresses. |
| What to Bring | Volunteers should wear: sturdy, closed-toed shoes and long pants. It is recommended to bring leather work gloves (gloves can be provided if needed). |
| Provided Items | Trash buckets and trash grabbers will be provided for volunteers. |
| Registration | Volunteers should pre-register for the event. |
| Organizers/Partners | Friends of the Shawnee National Forest, University of Illinois Extension, and USDA Shawnee National Forest Service. |
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