Northampton, MA

The Meadows

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Site Description

Small parking area off a dirt road in the Meadows. The spot is a little hard to get to due to erosion of road and some pot holes. Stay on Hockanum Rd. as long as possible, then follow the road toward the right. Drive about a quarter mile and look for a small parking area on the left. The cleanup spot is by the river, about 25 yards in front of parking area. The area is also accessible by boat. It seems to be a popular outdoor party spot, a place where people sit by the water and drink alcohol, sometimes by an illegal fire.

Trash Description

Lots of litter (plastic bottles, straws, packaging, glass bottles (many broken), aluminum bottles/cans, nip bottles), at least 5 bags of trash dumped illegally, many wooden pallets dumped illegally for purpose of using as firewood

Remember to scout your site before you go out to ensure you know the conditions in real time.

Estimated Volunteers: 6

Adults 18+ Only