Volunteer Information
Volunteering for the annual Trash Bash® can be a rewarding and fun experience for all involved, and should not be strenuous or hazardous work.
However, there are safety rules and guidelines that everyone should follow to make the day enjoyable, safe, and worthwhile to all involved.
Local site coordinators and leaders may establish additional guidelines for their particular site, as each site has unique opportunities that may not be covered by general guidelines. Site coordinators are responsible for their site and shall have the final say on all issues at their site.
However, there are safety rules and guidelines that everyone should follow to make the day enjoyable, safe, and worthwhile to all involved.
Local site coordinators and leaders may establish additional guidelines for their particular site, as each site has unique opportunities that may not be covered by general guidelines. Site coordinators are responsible for their site and shall have the final say on all issues at their site.
Registration Waiver Form
All volunteers and persons working at a particular site as part of the Trash Bash® on the designated date must fill out a Registration Waiver Form. Download the Registration Waiver Forms here: English or Spanish. Volunteers under 18 must have a parent/guardian signature.
Click here to learn more about Registering Yourself or a Group of Volunteers. Each volunteer must still complete registration waiver forms.
All volunteers and persons working at a particular site as part of the Trash Bash® on the designated date must fill out a Registration Waiver Form. Download the Registration Waiver Forms here: English or Spanish. Volunteers under 18 must have a parent/guardian signature.
Click here to learn more about Registering Yourself or a Group of Volunteers. Each volunteer must still complete registration waiver forms.
Weather
Trash Bash® will be held rain or shine. Due to the widespread locations of each site, one site may be experiencing weather problems while another is not. If there is a question pertaining to weather issues, please call our hotline at (281) 486-9500 to receive information pertaining to the overall event.
What NOT to Wear?
Work gloves and trash bags are provided to volunteers. Safety vests and trash pickers are provided in limited numbers to each group.
Please wear clothing appropriate to the area, work outdoors and the weather where you are working; gloves, boots, hats/caps, long pants, etc. Sturdy, closed toed shoes shall be worn in all areas. Do not wear sandals or flip-flops. Your clothes will probably get wet or dirty. Bring additional clothing as appropriate. Group leaders should make sure that everyone in their group has the appropriate footwear.
Valuables
Trash Bash® and its site coordinators are not responsible for lost or stolen items. Make sure your belongings and valuables are secure or simply leave them at home.
Comfort Guidelines
Guidelines for staying comfortable can be found below:
Trash Bash® will be held rain or shine. Due to the widespread locations of each site, one site may be experiencing weather problems while another is not. If there is a question pertaining to weather issues, please call our hotline at (281) 486-9500 to receive information pertaining to the overall event.
What NOT to Wear?
Work gloves and trash bags are provided to volunteers. Safety vests and trash pickers are provided in limited numbers to each group.
Please wear clothing appropriate to the area, work outdoors and the weather where you are working; gloves, boots, hats/caps, long pants, etc. Sturdy, closed toed shoes shall be worn in all areas. Do not wear sandals or flip-flops. Your clothes will probably get wet or dirty. Bring additional clothing as appropriate. Group leaders should make sure that everyone in their group has the appropriate footwear.
Valuables
Trash Bash® and its site coordinators are not responsible for lost or stolen items. Make sure your belongings and valuables are secure or simply leave them at home.
Comfort Guidelines
Guidelines for staying comfortable can be found below:
- Make sure to bring an insect repellent and sunscreen or other appropriate cosmetics necessary for your safety and health. Sunscreens and insect repellents will not be supplied by the cleanup sites.
- Hats, caps and sunglasses should be worn as appropriate.
Thank you to all the volunteers and sponsors who continue to support
the River, Lakes, Bays 'N Bayous Trash Bash®!
Join us on Saturday, March 29, 2025 for the 31st annual Trash Bash®!
the River, Lakes, Bays 'N Bayous Trash Bash®!
Join us on Saturday, March 29, 2025 for the 31st annual Trash Bash®!