Beyond Kerby Mainline – Into the Home Stretch

IVCanDO is proud to sponsor the Clean Sweep 2026 Community Trash Cleanup, an ongoing volunteer effort dedicated to restoring and protecting the natural beauty of the Illinois Valley.

The Clean Sweep continues the momentum of past cleanup efforts, bringing neighbors together to remove illegally dumped debris, protect forest health, and strengthen community stewardship. What began as a focused effort along Kerby Mainline has grown into a sustained, valley-wide initiative — and this year, we’re heading into the home stretch.

Second Saturday Sweeps

Starting March 14
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Meet at Kerby Mainline Hub

Upcoming 2026 dates:
March 14
April 11
May 9
June 13
July 11
August 8
September 12
October 10
(Unless we run out of trash to pick up!)

Why It Matters

Illegal dumping and roadside debris impact wildlife, water quality, public safety, and the overall health of our forests and watersheds. Through consistent, organized cleanups, volunteers are making visible, measurable progress.

The “before and after” transformations tell the story best — areas once cluttered with debris are being restored to open, usable forestland that benefits everyone.

This effort is part of an Illinois Valley Rural Reciprosperity Project, reinforcing the idea that when we invest in our shared environment, we strengthen our entire community.

Who’s Involved

The Clean Sweep is supported by community partners including:

• The Motherline
• IVCanDO
• Cave Junction Farmers Market
• Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
• Southern Oregon Sanitation
• Josephine County Solid Waste Agency

This collaboration ensures proper disposal, volunteer coordination, and sustained impact.

What to Bring

Everyone is welcome.

Please bring:

• Gloves
• Water
• Sturdy shoes

Coffee, snacks, and lunch will be provided.

How Much Will We Pick Up?

All of it.

Each cleanup builds on the last. The goal is simple: remove what doesn’t belong so our forests, roads, and public lands can thrive.

Stay Connected

To sign up for updates or learn more, visit:
www.TheMotherline.org/Events
Phone: (541) 294-0260

Can’t attend? Consider supporting the effort through a donation or by sharing the event with others.

The Clean Sweep 2026 is more than a trash pickup — it’s a statement about stewardship, shared responsibility, and pride in place. We hope you’ll join us.