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Fall Halloween Clean Up
On Trail With Inc. Hosts 5th Annual Halloween Clean Up
Pumpkin Rock, Norco, CA - October 26, 2025
Pumpkin Rock is a highly frequented outdoor landmark in Norco, attracting hikers, families, fitness groups, and visitors year-round. Due to heavy foot traffic and limited waste infrastructure, litter accumulation became a recurring issue impacting trail safety, environmental health, and overall visitor experience.
The Pumpkin Rock Clean Up Initiative Was Designed To:
1. Reduce visible litter and environmental hazards along the trail
2. Mobilize community volunteers for hands-on environmental action
3. Promote long-term stewardship and “leave no trace” education
4. Support mental health through purposeful time spent outdoors
5. Strengthen community connection while educating youth on the importance of environmental
stewardship and caring for shared outdoor spaces.
1. Plastic bottles and food packaging
2. Aluminum cans
3. Broken glass and sharp debris
4. Single-use containers
5. Bagged household waste left along trail edges
Common Litter Types OTW Collected
Environmental Risks and Impact
Pumpkin Rock sits within a broader watershed system. Litter left on trails is frequently carried downhill by wind and rain. Plastic can take 100–1,000 years to fully decompose. Cigarette butts are the #1 most littered item globally and contain toxic chemicals that contaminate soil and groundwater. Microplastics have been found in 90%+ of soil samples tested in urban-adjacent natural areas. Plastics and debris entering storm drains and waterways. Contamination of local creeks and downstream ecosystems
Results
Guided by Leave No Trace values, On Trail With approaches stewardship at Pumpkin Rock as a collective community effort. Together with approximately 45 volunteers, the organization removed 115 pounds of trash from the trail area. Equally important, the clean-up was intentionally designed as a family-friendly, all-ages event, using a Halloween theme to engage children and families while teaching the importance of caring for our planet in a fun, accessible, and memorable way.