About Potter County Community Illegal Dumpsite Cleanup

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) in partnership with the
Potter County Conservation District and the local governing bodies
will conduct an Illegal Dumpsite Cleanup in Potter County along the banks of Pine Creek along Germania Street in Galeton, West Branch Township.
Families, individuals, scouting groups, 4H groups, environmental organizations, businesses, colleges, universities and high school clubs and students are invited to be part of this effort.
This event will focus on cleaning up illegally dumped trash, tires, appliances and debris located in and along the banks of Pine Creek. This is an illegal dumpsite cleanup and volunteers are asked to dress appropriately.
On the morning of the cleanup, volunteers will gather across from the VFW Post 6611 for registration and instructions. After registration, volunteers will be provided with work gloves, trash bags and safety vest. When supplies are distributed and instructions have been provided, volunteers will begin the cleanup.

Application Process

Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian or have a parent/guardian sign a registration/insurance form prior to the cleanup and bring it with them. Anyone over 18 can sign the insurance form the day of the event.

Family-Friendly

Parents and children are invited and encouraged to get involved.