Come celebrate Earth Day by participating in the Great Scout Trash Out 2026!

The Great Scout Trash Out is more than just cleaning up our planet; it is a day to show the world what Scouting is about!
A Scout is Clean, so help us make an impact in our local community by picking up trash to celebrate Earth Day.

At all pre-arranged locations, all bags will be provided and picked up on site. Gloves and pickers are available, but bring your own if you have a favorite pair or pair of gloves! This service project is good for families, dens, packs, troops, patrols, ships, posts, or crews! Everyone can participate. 

Choose Your Location & Time

Special Arrival Instructions: Almaden Lake Park

To make check-in easy, please follow these visual cues:
The Turn: Turn LEFT at the traffic light into the VTA Parking Lot (1045 Coleman Road).  Look for the Scout check-in table located right at the entrance to the walking path (through the gate pictured below).

 Logistics

Supplies Provided: We will provide trash bags and have a limited supply of gloves/pickers.  If you have a favorite pair of work gloves or your own trash-grabber, please bring them!  Trash will be picked up onsite and weighed so we can track our total Council impact.

Sign in when you arrive to receive your equipment and receive your safety briefing.  A safety checklist will be sent out via email beforehand.

All youth must be accompanied by an adult/unit leader.

Every registered participant earns the Exclusive 2026 "Great Scout Trash Out" Patch.