2026 Cumberland County Trash Hunt Scheduled for March 21

MILLVILLE, NEW JERSEY. (February 10, 2026) – The Authority is proud to announce its -34^th Annual Cumberland County Trash Hunt event, sponsored by the Cumberland County Clean Communities Program. The Authority invites community members and groups to join the hunt on Saturday, March 21, 2026.

The Authority sponsors this annual event through the Cumberland County Clean Communities Program to promote awareness and accountability for protecting and preserving the environment. Since its inception with the Sportsmen Federation in 1992, the Annual Trash Hunt has grown to include local environmental organizations, school groups, and individuals who want to get involved and make a difference. Volunteers are welcome to choose their favorite cleanup site to remove trash and unwanted debris. Trash Hunter Kits stocked with the supplies needed for safe trash collection are provided as part of this community event. The Authority will also provide proper disposal of waste collected.

Registration is required for all individual and group volunteers. For registration forms and more information, volunteers can visit https://www.theauthoritynj.com/event-details/2026trashhunt. Registration forms are due by March 6, 2026.

“I am looking forward to celebrating The Authority’s 34^th Annual Trash Hunt. As always, I am excited to welcome new and returning volunteers, who work together to keep Cumberland County beautiful,” explained Cumberland County Recycling and Clean Communities Coordinator, Samantha DeFrancisco. “The Cumberland County Clean Communities Program is thankful for our continued partnership with both the Cumberland County Federation of Sportsmen and the New Jersey AmeriCorps Watershed Ambassadors Program, who help to make this event a success year after year.”

The New Jersey AmeriCorps Watershed Ambassadors Program is proud to be a partner of the Annual Cumberland County Trash Hunt. Watershed Management Area 17 Ambassador, Mazie Mulford, added, “I’m excited to contribute to a great event for Cumberland County’s valuable ecosystems.”

“For over 30 years, the Annual Trash Hunt has been a great opportunity for Cumberland County residents to get involved in The Authority’s initiatives. We are looking forward to welcoming our dedicated volunteers who strive to improve our tomorrow,” said Jason Scythes, Treasurer.

For more information, please contact Samantha DeFrancisco, Cumberland County Recycling and Clean Communities Coordinator, at (856) 825-3700 Ext.1270 or samdefrancisco@theauthoritynj.com.

In addition to its environmental related initiatives, The Authority is responsible for the development, financing and project management of projects and programs most vital to sustaining the economic and environmental future of Cumberland County and the state of New Jersey. The Authority works in tandem with the Cumberland County Board of Chosen County Commissioners to foster greater economic growth, business development and quality of life for all Cumberland County residents.