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Big Sweep Fall 2026- Town of Cary NC DOT

Date: Sat, Sep 26, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Venue: Wake County, Raleigh

Price: Free

Category: Community

Town of CaryZone Captain: Tracey FilomenaContact: spruce@townofcary.orgDate: Saturday, September 26th, 2026Time: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Come help our partner, the Town of Cary, with their special NCDOT Fall Litter Sweep and connect with other community-minded volunteers! Participants will be assigned to a small group to remove litter and support Cary’s litter reduction and beautification efforts.Registration required through Town of Cary via Rosterfy.Volunteer Check-In Location:Meet in the parking lot of Truist Bank924 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, NCThis shift is for volunteers ages 16 and up. Litter sweep supplies, including safety vests, litter grabbers, gloves, and trash bags, will be provided. Please bring a water bottle and consider your needs for sunscreen and bug repellent. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty.All registered participants will receive an email prior to the event with additional volunteer tips and instructions. Trash pickup and all other necessary supplies and materials will be provided at the completion of the project.You must create an account, sign the liability waiver, and then volunteer shift and options will be available.To access this event:Once you are logged in, on the left-hand side of the dashboard, select “Events”Choose "Fall Litter Sweeps"Choose "Sign up now!"Choose the event you would like to attend by "Select this Shift"Please reach out to alexandra.heinemann@wake.gov with any questions on how to register.Register

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Big Sweep Fall 2026- Town of Cary NC DOT

“Perfect for high schoolers needing service hours. Register ahead on Rosterfy.”

When
This Saturday
Sat, Sep 26, 2026
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where
Wake County
Raleigh, NC
Ages
Check ages with the venue
Price
Free
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The Big Sweep Fall 2026 Town of Cary NC DOT is a volunteer community cleanup event focused on removing litter and beautifying local roadsides. Participants will meet in the Truist Bank parking lot on Kildaire Farm Road before dividing into small groups to tackle designated areas. This volunteer shift is designed for participants ages 16 and older, making it a great fit for high schoolers needing volunteer hours. The event is entirely free to join, and the town provides all necessary supplies, including safety vests, gloves, trash grabbers, and bags. You should wear closed-toe shoes and clothes that can get dirty, and bring your own water bottle, sunscreen, and bug spray. Spending a Saturday morning volunteering teaches teenagers the value of civic duty and environmental care. It is a active, outdoor way to start the weekend while making a visible difference in the Raleigh-Durham area.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum age to volunteer at this event?
Volunteers must be at least 16 years old to participate in this specific litter sweep.
Where do volunteers check in and park?
Check-in is located in the parking lot of the Truist Bank at 924 Kildaire Farm Road in Cary.
Do I need to bring my own cleanup supplies?
No, the Town of Cary provides all safety vests, gloves, grabbers, and trash bags.

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Big Sweep Fall 2026- Town of Cary NC DOT runs Sat, Sep 26, 2026, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM.

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