INFORMATION RELEASE

The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) is hosting volunteer Pitch-In community cleanup events as part of National Volunteer Week and Earth Day initiatives.

Each year, Canadian communities gather to participate in Pitch-In projects by cleaning up streets, parks, and public spaces. This fun and interactive event provides volunteers the opportunity to rejuvenate local neighbourhoods.

Events will take place in the following communities:

• Kaleden (Area “I”) Saturday, April 13, 2024, at 9:00 am. Meet at Kaleden Community Hall, 320 Lakehill Road.
• Okanagan Falls (Area “D”) Monday, April 22, 2024, at 10:00 am. Meet at Okanagan Falls Recreation Centre, 1141 Cedar Street.
• Twin Lakes (Area “I”) Saturday, May 4, 2024, at 10:00 am. Meet at Twin Lakes RV Park green space, 79 Twin Lakes Road.
• Keremeos (Area "G") Monday, April 22, 2024, at 10:00 am. Meet at Memorial Park, 417 7th Avenue. 

Building healthy and cohesive communities in the Okanagan-Similkameen is an essential part of the programs and services offered by the RDOS. Pitch-In events are one of many volunteer opportunities the RDOS supports. Gloves, bags, and pickers will be provided, as well as complimentary cookies and water.

For further information on RDOS volunteer opportunities, please visit the RDOS website.

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Mark Pendergraft, Chair
Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen

Contacts:

Nancy Wigley
RDOS Recreation Coordinator
250-490-4385 

RDOS Communications
250-490-4148
1-877-610-3737