Jackson Park CITO April 25, 2015 by the park pavilion — 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm.

This year’s Earth day theme is “It’s Our Turn to Lead”

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WASHINGTON, April 8, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — “April 22nd marks the 45th anniversary of Earth Day. More than 1 billion people in 192 countries will take actions on Earth Day events this year, making it the largest environmental civic action in the world. Through Earth Day and our year round programs, Earth Day Network is the world’s largest recruiter to the environmental movement. This year’s Earth Day theme, It’s our turn to lead™ is focused on delivering millions of voices to push global leaders to take action on climate change, the environment, and the connection between poverty and climate change. Earth Day is a stepping stone on the road to Paris, where the world’s leaders will meet to sign a global treaty on climate change.”

For more information go to the Earth Day website.

Cache In Trash Out is an ongoing environmental initiative supported by the worldwide geocaching community. Since 2002, geocachers around the world have been dedicated to improving parks and other cache-friendly places. Through these volunteer efforts, we help preserve the natural beauty of our outdoor resources!

We will pick up trash around designated areas with provided gloves and trash bags.

Jackson Park CITO April 25, 2015 by the park pavilion — 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm.

Schedule of Events:
12:00 to 1:00 pm Check in and Meet & Greet
1:00 to 2:30 pm Trash Pick Up *** Trash Drop Off by 2:30
2:30 to 3:00 pm Following trash drop off… Surprises!
Event permit applied for from Ryan Broderick, the Milwaukee County Parks Special Events Coordinator.