7th Annual Pristine Riders Fall Trash Crush

The 7th Annual Pristine Riders Fall Trash Crush community clean-up and environmental stewardship event has been rescheduled to Friday, September 25th from 10:00 AM-12:30 PM rain or shine meeting at North Star Nature Preserve’s South Gate parking lot. Walking or biking is encouraged. The event is hosted by Pristine Riders, a local 501c3 non-profit combining a passion for cycling and cleaning up the environment and Sun Dog Athletics “Celebrating 30 years sharing Aspen Adventure.” The volunteer litter clean-up along local roads and multi-use paths is an ideal way for locals who love our area to give back, while improving environmental health. Trash Crush boosts awareness of environmental stewardship, sharing this important message to inspire others, boosting the powerful multiplier effect. Partnering with CDOT’s Adopt-A-Highway program, orange safety vests, litter grabbers and trash bags will be provided. Major sponsors include Pitkin County Solid Waste Center……. The first 25 volunteers to sign up at sundog@sopris.net will receive lunch courtesy of lunch sponsor…… and held at Koch Park. Trashy Awards, with special prizes provided by Aspen Emporium will be presented. Adults ages 18 and older & kids accompanied by adults are invited. Sun protection, long pants, work gloves, drinking water and extra clothing in case of inclement weather are suggested. More information and registration are available by contacting Pristine Riders Executive Director Erik Skarvan at sundog@sopris.net or (970) 925-1069.