From a press release from Keep Carbondale Beautiful:
On September 12th motorcyclists of all backgrounds will descend upon southern Illinois natural areas for a litter cleanup, and event intended to be a fundraiser for the local nonprofit Keep Carbondale Beautiful. (501) (c) (3). Riders and non-riders alike are invited to this opportunity to contribute to the beauty that southern Illinois has to offer.
The event will start at 1:00 PM at the downtown Carbondale pavilion for check-in and meet-and-greet. KCB asks participants to observe recommended social distance guidelines and to bring a mask for any activities occurring indoors. Opportunities to sign up for membership for Keep Carbondale Beautiful will be available, as well as a chance to enter into a raffle of items donated by S.I. Motorsports, Black Diamond and Philips Pro Cycle.
A route has been pre-planned with the intention of providing both access litter sites as well as a lovely chance for riders to enjoy a beautiful afternoon out in the countryside. Three sites have been selected in conjunction with local natural areas agencies for safe parking, a short litter cleanup, and a bit of shade. The event will then regroup downtown at the pavilion for pictures, thanks-yous, and one last chance to enter the fundraising raffle.
The raffle will be held at 5:00 PM at the nearby bar, PKs, a.k.a. Pizza King. A mask is required to enter the building, and social distancing must be honored. Participants must be present to win. Motorcycle related items have been donated by local repair shops and dealerships. S.I. Motorsports, Black Diamond, Philips Pro Cycle and others are contributing.
“We are so lucky,” says longtime rider and Executive Director of KCB, Anne Krippenstapel, “to live in such a wonderful and picturesque recreational riding country.”
The event was inspired partially by “poker run” events held by other motorcycle clubs and organizations in charity/fundraising efforts and motivated by the presence of trash blowing on the side of distracting viewers on scenic routes. This project is the first of its kind in the area, combining recreational riding with stewardship of the land. If the reception and goals are successful, KCB will consider making this an annual event.
Anyone who is looking for a truly hands-on way to get involved. Volunteers will be provided with gloves and bags of refreshments on site. No entry fee is needed. Keep Carbondale Beautiful supports environmental education, Litter clean-up, public beautification and waste reduction.
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