The DC Trash Runners

Some people run for pride, glory, or accomplishment. We Run 4 Trash (and a cleaner environment)!

Ever notice how much trash there is when you're out on your morning walk/jog/run? Well, there is A LOT! That's where the DC Trash Runners come in. We come from all walks of life and all different backgrounds, but with a shared passion for taking care of our environment. We are the DC Trash Runners, but it doesn't matter how fast or slow you think you may be, we run together, pick up trash and have fun doing it.

Join us once a month as we grab our bags, tie on our shoes, move our feet, and pick up some trash. Each month we'll try to hit up a new trail or city 'hood and do our part to make DC a little bit cleaner.

It's a trashy job, but somebody's gotta do it!

Keep it clean!

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Recent Meetups

June 18, 2011 at 9:00 AM, 8 DC Trash Runners attended
June Trash Run
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For this run, we'll be joining Back On My Feet DC!Launched in DC in March 2010, Back On My Feet is a nonprofit organization that promotes the self-sufficiency of... Learn more
August 15, 2010 at 9:00 AM, 10 DC Trash Runners attended
August Trash Run - with Back On My Feet!
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Met great people, picked up a lot of trash and when the skies opened up even got a free shower! This was great fun.

—Anastasia Christman

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Great people and a great mission! I will be back to take on some more trash!

—Breana
May 22, 2010 at 9:00 AM, 7 DC Trash Runners attended
RESCHEDULED - May Trash Run - Columbia Heights
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Where? Meet at Columbia Heights Metro How Far? How Fast? We'll head over to and up Georgia Ave. We'll run out about half an hour, then return either along Georgia Ave... Learn more
April 10, 2010 at 9:00 AM, 6 DC Trash Runners attended
Rock Creek Park - Special Potomac Cleanup Event!
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Note: If you'd like to attend for the morning yoga stretch, please come at 8:15! On Saturday, April 10th, the DC Trash Runners will join Trail Voice and We Love DC in... Learn more
January 9, 2010 at 10:00 AM, 12 DC Trash Runners attended
January Trash Run -- CANCELED
-- CANCELED DUE TO SNOW -- Thank you to all who signed up! Check back soon for our next meetup date Where - We'll run on the Capital Crescent Trail, meeting in... Learn more

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"I just moved back to the east coast after living in California for 10 years, most recently LA!"
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Heather started Free DC Ragnar Relay Spot
August 22, 2011 at 4:08 PM

"http://www.ragnarrela... Registration has been paid (90.00 value) realized I can't go, looking for a replacement. Need a female runner to join a great team of encouraging/welcoming ladies...."

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Donna C. started 2 Fun Events that Benefit Back on My Feet DC
August 17, 2011 at 2:01 PM

"Back on My Feet DC, which partners with the DC Trash Runners, has a couple of exciting opportunities coming up: 1. Ragnar Relay DC: Back on My Feet is the official charity beneficiary of Ragnar Relay DC! Want to get involved?..."

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June 21, 2011 at 8:58 PM

"Here are a few shots from our June trash run. Thanks to everyone who came! If you missed it, please join us next time!"
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June 21, 2011 at 8:56 PM
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