Dog Park Cleanup - Demetral Dog Park

Get Connected Icon Happens On Apr 4, 2026
Get Connected Icon 9AM to 11AM

Description

Help Madison’s off-leash dog parks stay clean and welcoming for all visitors! Volunteers will assist in uncovering and properly disposing of pet waste that has accumulated or been hidden over the winter, as well as picking up general litter. This is a hands-on way to get outdoors, enjoy your local parks, and make a tangible difference in the community

Responsibilities

Pick up litter and debris throughout the dog park
Scoop and properly dispose of pet waste
Replace or consolidate full trash bags
Help tidy high-traffic areas, entrances, and fence lines
Collaborate with fellow volunteers to efficiently maintain the park
Madison Parks will provide trash bags, gloves, scoopers, and shovels. Volunteers are welcome to bring their own gloves, scoopers, shovels, or additional bags if preferred

Qualifications

Able to work outdoors and perform light physical activity
Willingness to handle trash and pet waste
Team-oriented and community-minded
No prior experience required

Additional Notes

Dress for the weather; wear closed-toe shoes or boots
Bring a reusable water bottle
Event is outdoors; volunteers will be notified if canceled due to severe weather

Details

Get Connected Icon Volunteers should be between the ages of 14 and 100.
Get Connected Icon Is Family Friendly
Get Connected Icon Register by Apr 4, 2026
Get Connected Icon Is Outdoors
Inclement Weather Plan: If there is snow on the ground and we can't see the dog messes than we will reschedule for a later date and inform volunteers.
Get Connected Icon You may bring your own supplies to pick up messes but Madison Parks will also have supplies and equipment on site by 9AM

Location

Get Connected Icon 2297 Commercial Ave.
Madison, WI  53704