Madison's Largest Park Cleanup Project Seeks Volunteers

Madison Parks’ largest volunteer cleanup project is seeking volunteers for Saturday, April 26. Residents and neighbors are invited to accept the Earth Day Challenge and register in advance on the all-new volunteer website.

For nearly 30 years, Madison Parks has honored Earth Day by recruiting volunteers for the Earth Day Challenge to assist with trash pickup, light raking, weeding, and removing sticks. Madison Parks supplies gloves and trash bags in all designated parks. Trash-pickers, rakes or other small tools may be supplied in some locations based on the number of registered volunteers.

Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Locations: 60+ parks throughout the city 

How to Participate

Pick a Park: Review the list of participating parks to determine which park needs volunteers.

Register in Advance: All ages are welcome to participate. Advanced registration is required for anyone aged 14 years or older. REGISTRATION

The Day of the Event: Head to your registered park between 10am and 12pm, on Saturday, April 26 and look for the Earth Day Challenge sign and supplies. 

See the Earth Day Challenge to learn more.