On April 1, 2021, NYC Parks will launch the Jr. Litter League, a new citywide competition and self-guided youth service program. From April 1 – June 1, registered teams of up to 15 students (ages 10+) and three adult leaders will engage in self-guided park stewardship in a nearby park.
Teams will be provided with free supplies to complete clean-ups (while supplies last), and data submitted from clean-ups will be used to track overall league standings and determine prize winners at season’s end. Team leaders will also receive the Jr. Litter League Toolkit that includes guidance for hosting safe clean-ups and pre- and post-activities to encourage students’ critical thinking about the value of our public parks.
This is a great opportunity for students to learn more about the importance of stewarding green spaces in their community, as well as how trash and litter impacts our surrounding waterways.
Registration is open from March 15 – May 1. Visit the Jr. Litter League registration page or email bonnie.ralston@parks.nyc.gov for more information.
