Site Name
The Patch
Entry Id
5851
City
Turners Falls
State
Massachusetts
Name of body of water (river, stream, lake, etc.)
Connecticut River, Power Canal, holding pond
Name of the nearest road or crossroads
I St and 10th St
Brief description of the trash site
Flat land, accessible by short walking trail off of G St and also via Railroad Salvage parking lot. Trash is found along old rail trail, short woodland trail, and along the fishing areas next to the pond. Some of the trash is concentrated, but most of it is scattered about.
Type(s) of trash at the site
food garbage, fishing garbage, household waste, abandoned tent sites, shopping carts, firework, bicycle tires, etc
Estimated number of volunteers this site needs for cleanup
12
Are boats or special equipment needed for cleanup? If so, explain
Gloves, bags, wheel barrows or a truck
Is this site suitable for children under 12?
Yes, ok for children