Clean Up
Adopt-a-Highway Clean Up Oct 3rd
Main Entrance to New Salem X5G5+88, Lake Petersburg, IL, United StatesJoin Menard County Trails & Greenways on October 3rd for our early fall highway clean up. We take care of 2 miles of Rt 97 between the south end of New Salem State Historic Site and the south edge of Petersburg. Meet at the main entrance to New Salem at 9:00 AM. (map) provided Trash bags Safety vests Participants supply Gloves -- consider a pair of sturdy rubber gloves to minimize any Covid exposure Drinking water
Adopt-a-Highway Clean Up
Wagon Wheel New Salem State Historic Site 39.975767, -89.841640, Petersburg, IL, United StatesThe Menard County Trails & Greenways 2021 Adopt-a-Highway season is kicking off this Saturday! Meet at the main entrance to New Salem off Rte. 97 at 9:00 AM to take care of our 2-mile IDOT Adopt-A-Highway segment that runs from the south edge of New Salem to the south end of Petersburg. We will supply trash bags and safety vests (if you have one our safety vests please bring it). Please wear gloves, long pants, closed-toed shoes or boots. Please wear a mask and practice social distancing when interacting with other volunteers.
Celebrate Earth Day
Hurie Park 2564+VR Petersburg, Illinois, Petersburg, IL, United StatesPitch In for Petersburg! Join friends, neighbors and sponsors on Earth Day to clean up the litter from our parks and neighborhoods. Ways to Participate: Sign in at Hurie Park after work or school starting at 4:00 PM (or whenever you can get there) to get a trash bag, your free tote (while they last), and DQ cone coupon (while they last). Pick up around your neighborhood or other locations you regularly see litter. Bring your bag(s) to Hurie before 6:00 PM to claim your free tote (while they last), and DQ cone coupon (while they last). Or take a selfie with your team and your trash bags to claim your tote and DQ cone. If you've been contacted by an organization or employer to help out, then there's no need to sign in with us at Hurie. Stay Safe - Practice CDC guidelines: wear masks when closer than 6', wash and sanitize hands; gloves will be available! For more details and a list of our amazing sponsors, click here! Download (and share) the flyer here! Rain Date: In case of rain, we'll reschedule. Check back here or Facebook for updates.
Adopt-a-Highway Clean Up
Wagon Wheel New Salem State Historic Site 39.975767, -89.841640, Petersburg, IL, United StatesJoin us on Saturday, June 12, at 9:00 AM for our Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup. With a full crew it should only take about an hour. Meet at the main entrance to New Salem off Rte. 97 at 9:00 AM to take care of our 2-mile IDOT Adopt-A-Highway segment that runs from the south edge of New Salem to the south end of Petersburg. Trash bags and safety vests supplied (if you have one our safety vests please bring it). Please wear gloves, long pants, closed-toed shoes or boots. Please follow current CDC guidelines for Covid.
Adopt-a-Highway Clean Up
Wagon Wheel New Salem State Historic Site 39.975767, -89.841640, Petersburg, IL, United StatesJoin us on Saturday, September 11, at 9:00 AM for our Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup. With a full crew it should only take about an hour. Meet at the main entrance to New Salem off Rte. 97 at 9:00 AM to take care of our 2-mile IDOT Adopt-A-Highway segment that runs from the south edge of New Salem to the south end of Petersburg. Trash bags and safety vests supplied (if you have one our safety vests please bring it). Please wear gloves, long pants, closed-toed shoes or boots. Please follow current CDC guidelines for Covid.
Postponed // Trash Taskforce: Good Clean Fun
Hurie Park 2564+VR Petersburg, Illinois, Petersburg, IL, United StatesRain is expected in the morning. The clean up event will take place on April 9th or 10th. We'll update the calendar as soon as the date is decided upon. Stay tuned.....! Join the Menard County Trails and Greenways (MCTG) and Petersburg Athletic Association’s (PAA) Trash Taskforce as we clean up litter around Petersburg! Read more...
Good Clean Fun Take 2
Hurie Park 2564+VR Petersburg, Illinois, Petersburg, IL, United StatesJoin the Menard County Trails and Greenways (MCTG) and Petersburg Athletic Association’s (PAA) Trash Task Force as we clean up litter around Petersburg! Due to rain last weekend, our clean-up is rescheduled to this Sunday, April 10, from 1 pm - 3:30 pm. We will pick up litter at several parks and spaces around town. We need your help! Meet at Hurie Park (just east of County Market) to register and pick up supplies. We will be clearing out litter from the parks and surrounding vacant lots. Whether you have 30 minutes or a full hour, every little bit counts! To thank you for helping to keep our community clean, and on a first-come, first-serve basis, we will give away a free reusable tote bag to each participating family and a free DQ coupon to every participant (while supplies last). With Earth Day approaching on April 22, we encourage everyone to take some time this month to clean up around your neighborhood. Earth Day was established in 1970 and is an annual, worldwide event to raise awareness about issues affecting our land, air, and water. Whether you join us on April 10 or clean up litter on your own, we have some general rules of thumb to share with you: Be safe! Take precautions, including wearing sturdy gloves and being careful on riverbanks or near roads. Adults should handle dangerous items and supervise children closely. Properly dispose of all litter. During the clean-up on April 10, litter collected can be dropped at dumpsters at Hurie Park or the girls ball diamond. If you clean up around your neighborhood, please dispose of the litter with your household trash. Share the good news by posting a picture of your work or simply talking with friends and family about your efforts. You may inspire others! It takes all of us to keep our community clean
Adopt-a-Highway Clean Up
The first day of summer is getting close and it is time that our Adopt-a-Highway route could use some TLC. We are planning a cleanup this coming Saturday and could use all the help we can get. Please join us Saturday, June 18, at 9:00 AM. With a full crew it should only take about an hour. Meet at the main entrance to New Salem off Rte. 97 at 9:00 AM to take care of our 2-mile IDOT Adopt-A-Highway segment that runs from the south edge of New Salem to the south end of Petersburg. Trash bags and safety vests supplied (if you have one our safety vests please bring it). Please wear gloves, long pants, closed-toed shoes or boots. See you there!!
Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup
Main Entrance to New Salem X5G5+88, Lake Petersburg, IL, United StatesPlan now to join us for the Adopt-a-Highway cleanup on Saturday, November 12 at 9:00 AM. With a full crew it should only take about an hour. Meet at the main entrance to New Salem off Rte. 97 at 9:00 AM to take care of our 2-mile IDOT Adopt-A-Highway segment that runs from the south edge of New Salem to the south end of Petersburg. Trash bags and safety vests supplied (if you have one our safety vests please bring it). Please wear gloves, long pants, closed-toed shoes or boots. See you there!!
Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup
Join us for the Adopt-a-Highway cleanup on Saturday, March 11 at 9:00 AM. With a full crew it should only take about an hour. Meet at the main entrance to New Salem off Rte. 97 at 9:00 AM to take care of our 2-mile IDOT Adopt-A-Highway segment that runs from the south edge of New Salem to the south end of Petersburg. Trash bags and safety vests supplied (if you have one our safety vests please bring it). Please wear gloves, long pants, closed-toed shoes or boots. See you there!!
Earth Day 2023–Let’s show Petersburg some love!
Hurie Park 2564+VR Petersburg, Illinois, Petersburg, IL, United StatesTrails & Greenways will celebrate Earth Day on Saturday, April 22. Sign in at Hurie Park at 9:00 AM. We'll be sending teams out to clean up litter at area parks and other areas in need around town. Everyone who signs in will get a chance to win cool prizes!! Trash bags and disposable gloves will be available at Hurie Park. Please wear sturdy close-toed shoes/boots and dress for the weather. Please direct questions to menardctg@gmail.com
Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup
Join us for the Adopt-a-Highway cleanup on Saturday, June 24 at 9:00 AM. With a full crew it should only take about an hour. Meet at the main entrance to New Salem off Rte. 97 at 9:00 AM to take care of our 2-mile IDOT Adopt-A-Highway segment that runs from the south edge of New Salem to the south end of Petersburg. Trash bags and safety vests supplied (if you have one our safety vests please bring it). Please wear gloves, long pants, closed-toed shoes or boots. See you there!!
Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup
Join us for the Adopt-a-Highway cleanup on Saturday, August 26 at 9:00 AM. With a full crew it should only take about an hour. Meet at the main entrance to New Salem off Rte. 97 at 9:00 AM to take care of our 2-mile IDOT Adopt-A-Highway segment that runs from the south edge of New Salem to the south end of Petersburg. Trash bags and safety vests supplied (if you have one our safety vests please bring it). Please wear gloves, long pants, closed-toed shoes or boots. See you there!!
Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup
Join us for the Adopt-a-Highway cleanup on Saturday, November 11 at 9:00 AM. With a full crew it should only take about an hour. Meet at the main entrance to New Salem off Rte. 97 at 9:00 AM to take care of our 2-mile IDOT Adopt-A-Highway segment that runs from the south edge of New Salem to the south end of Petersburg. Trash bags and safety vests supplied (if you have one our safety vests please bring it). Please wear gloves, long pants, closed-toed shoes or boots. See you there!!
Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup
Join us for the Adopt-a-Highway cleanup on Saturday, March 2 at 9:00 AM. With a full crew it should only take about an hour. Meet at the main entrance to New Salem off Rte. 97 at 9:00 AM to take care of our 2-mile IDOT Adopt-A-Highway segment that runs from the south edge of New Salem to the south end of Petersburg. Trash bags and safety vests supplied (if you have one our safety vests please bring it). Please wear gloves, long pants, closed-toed shoes or boots. See you there!!
Spring Cleaning at Historic Wayside Park–See new date!
Historic Wayside Park W5V3+XP Lake Petersburg, Illinois, Petersburg, IllinoisVolunteers are needed this coming Wednesday, March 27th, to clean and weed the pollinator plant bed around the council circle. Work will begin at 1:00 PM. No experience necessary! Great opportunity to learn about native prairie plants, and maybe even meet new friends! Bring gardening tools (rakes, pruners, weeders, etc, if you have them) and gloves. Drinking water, sunscreen and hat recommended.
Earth Day in Petersburg
Hurie Park 2564+VR Petersburg, Illinois, Petersburg, IL, United StatesMenard County Trails & Greenways Community Cleanup! It's that time of the year when we come together as a community to celebrate Earth Day in Petersburg. This year, the event will take place on Saturday, April 27th. Check in a Hurie Park at 9:00 AM. We'll be focusing on cleaning up litter in various locations around town, including spots that are kid-friendly, so bring the whole family along for some community bonding and environmental stewardship! Your participation is invaluable in making Petersburg a cleaner and more enjoyable place for everyone. Let's work together to make a positive impact on our community! To ensure we have enough supplies for everyone, please RSVP using the form below: Trash bags and disposable gloves will be available at Hurie Park. Please wear sturdy close-toed shoes/boots, dress for the weather and bring drinking water. Please direct questions to menardctg@gmail.com
Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup
Join us for the Adopt-a-Highway cleanup on Saturday, June 22 at 9:00 AM. (8:30 for those who want to beat the heat!).With a full crew it should only take about an hour. Meet at the main entrance to New Salem off Rte. 97 at 9:00 AM to take care of our 2-mile IDOT Adopt-A-Highway segment that runs from the south edge of New Salem to the south end of Petersburg. Trash bags and safety vests supplied (if you have one our safety vests please bring it). Please wear gloves, long pants, closed-toed shoes or boots. See you there!!
Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup
Join us for the Adopt-a-Highway cleanup on Saturday, August 24 at 9:00 AM. With a full crew it should only take about an hour. Meet at the main entrance to New Salem off Rte. 97 at 9:00 AM to take care of our 2-mile IDOT Adopt-A-Highway segment that runs from the south edge of New Salem to the south end of Petersburg. Trash bags and safety vests supplied (if you have one our safety vests please bring it). Please wear gloves, long pants, closed-toed shoes or boots. See you there!!
Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup
Join us for the Adopt-a-Highway cleanup on Saturday, November 2 at 9:00 AM. With a full crew it should only take about an hour. Meet at the main entrance to New Salem off Rte. 97 at 9:00 AM to take care of our 2-mile IDOT Adopt-A-Highway segment that runs from the south edge of New Salem to the south end of Petersburg. Trash bags and safety vests supplied (if you have one our safety vests please bring it). Please wear gloves, long pants, closed-toed shoes or boots. See you there!!