Cache In Trash Out
Cache In Trash Out is an ongoing environmental initiative supported by the worldwide Geocaching community. Since 2002, Geocachers around the world have been dedicated to improving parks and other cache-friendly places. Through these volunteer efforts, we help preserve the natural beauty of our outdoor resources!
A CITO event has its own Geocaching icon and statistical entry, so for those who have never taken part in one before, now is your opportunity to be rewarded with something new. There are far fewer CITO events than regular events and this is also an opportunity for you to help a local community.
Of course, the real reward lies in giving back to our environment!
The Event
The CITO event will take place on the shore of Inchiquin Lough. The estimate terrain elevation above seal level is 21 metres and there are two major islands in the lake - Rock Island and Inchiquin Island. The waters tend to run low in summer revealing rubbish that has gathered in the lake over winter. Should we run out of rubish to collect on the publically accessible part of the shore, there are a number of footpaths in the area that we could also help keep clean.
As mentioned above, the event starts at 11am. Please try to be prompt for this time as once we start, we will in all probability be dispursing into a number of separate groups.
What to Bring
It is my understanding that Corofin Tidy Towns will provide basic litter picking equipment and safety gear (to be confirmed nearer the time). However, it wouldn't do any harm if you brought some of your own gear too. This could include:
- Work or Garden Gloves (Required)
- A litter picker (if you have one)
- Sturdy footwear
- Wet weather clothing (this is Ireland after all....)
Afterwards, we'll put our mountain of rubbish together and take a photo, as is the time-honoured CITO tradition. Any rubbish collected will be taken care of for us.
Important Disclaimer
By participating in this event, you de facto agree that your participation is at your own risk and that the event host Eclectic Penguin (a.k.a. Hywel Williams), the land managers and Corofin Tidy Town Council will not be responsible for any accident, injury or loss to people or their belongings while participating in this event. Please exercise due caution at all times.
This event is part of this year's Geocamping weekend which also includes The Great Inis Oírr Expedition.