Welcome to Cache In Trash Out

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

Annually, we celebrate International Cache In Trash Out events where geocachers have an opportunity to participate in coordinated worldwide clean-up efforts. Geocachers host clean-up events in their local area on the same day or weekend as other geocachers around the world. Together, we make an enormous positive impact. Did we mention that we also have a bit of fun while we are at it?

The 6th Annual Cache In Trash Out Events will be held on April 19th and 20th, 2008. We are pleased to announce that DeLorme is the 2008 Cache In Trash Out Sponsor. Learn more about DeLorme and their support of geocaching at DeLorme.com/geocachingfun.

Participating in CITO CITO on every hunt Cache In Trash Out doesn't just happen once a year. It can easily happen on every geocache adventure. Bring a trash bag along with you on your walks in the woods and pick up the occasional piece of trash you see on the trail. Even this small act can make a huge difference. CITO as a large one-day or weekend event You can organize a larger undertaking and accomplish much more with the help of other people. Contact a land manager or local organization and work with them to determine the needs of the community. These can be scheduled any time of the year that works for your location. Always be sure to seek permission before cleaning up any areas that may be on private property.

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Event Planning Resources

• The FAQs are a must read when planning an event.
• The Groundspeak Forums allow you to post a public question for any geocacher to provide helpful assistance.
• Download a CITO logo for your use on event pages.
• Interested in CITO merchandise? Visit Shop Groundspeak
• Interested in CITO apparel? Visit Cafe Press

Upcoming Geocaching CITO Events
View the CITO event calendar

Alaska	5/17/2008	CITO by ak20below and K-Girlscout
Illinois	5/17/2008	The Great Garlic Mustard Pull at Pilcher Park by GONIL & Joliet Park District
Maine	5/17/2008	The 4th Annual Penobscot River Clean-up by Maine Geocachers
Michigan	5/17/2008	Hillsdale County Cleanup CITO EVENT by Team Coxaaron w/ Rockin' Roddy
South Carolina	5/17/2008	CITO with FRED V by Lowcountry Geocachers
Tennessee	5/17/2008	Big Cypress CITO 2008 by Salamander60, Sweet Thang and Lil Sal
British Columbia	5/18/2008	Cranbrook CITO by chet&jane
Bayern	5/18/2008	Kein Wald ohne Baum by Fam. Wurzelsepp & bup287
Pennsylvania	5/18/2008	The Love Your Mother 2008 Cleanup by Paranym & CarleeCat
Vermont	5/18/2008	Central VTs 3rd Annual CITO Event Allis State Park by DJ, CAL and Sasha