On Saturday, area volunteers can wear a flashy orange vest and a big smile when you join volunteers like these to be part of Audubon Community Nature Center’s Roadside Cleanup.

Area residents can help nature and the Audubon Community Nature Center by volunteering at the Autumn Roadside Cleanup.

This year’s annual event is Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Volunteers will collect trash along Route 62 and, if time permits, along Riverside Road.

Roadside cleanup is a way for businesses and community groups to volunteer and families to teach their middle school and older children this value. Children and youth ages 12 to 18 are welcome and must be accompanied by an adult.

Participants are reminded to wear closed-toed shoes and dress for the weather. Those participating can bring their own gloves if they have them, and Audubon has some to lend.

Water bottles and snacks are recommended. See ACNC’s current COVID-19 prevention measures at COVID-19 Notice for face coverings requirement.

Volunteers are welcome to enjoy the Nature Center exhibits, visit with Liberty the Bald Eagle, or hike the trails after their work is done.

It helps with planning if volunteers can make reservations by calling 569-2345 during business hours or registering online by going to AudubonCNC.org/Programs and clicking through “Upcoming Programs.”

The cleanup takes place rain or shine, but will be rescheduled in the case of thunder and lightning.