It’s on. Two cities, divided by the Savannah River, compete to see which can collect the most trash in the third-annual Trash Bash at the Border Challenge.
Augusta Mayor Garnett Johnson and North Augusta Mayor Briton Williams officially challenged each other Tuesday to the Trash Bash, intended to raise awareness about litter and illegal dumping in and around the river. The event is planned for 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 9.
Volunteers on land and water will compete for the “most impactful cleanup” measured by volunteer turnout, total amount of debris, tires and recyclables removed and the most unusual piece of litter found, according to a news release.
Augusta volunteers will gather at the Jessye Norman Amphitheater. North Augusta volunteers will gather at the Sharon Jones Amphitheater. Free t-shirts are available for the first 100 volunteers on each side.
Augusta will attempt to reclaim the “Mayor’s Cup” for Johnson from reigning champion North Augusta. The mayor of the city with the fewest volunteers has to wear the opposing team’s shirt and the winner must present the cup at a city council or commission meeting.
The event came about through a partnership between Augusta and Keep Aiken County Beautiful and partners include the Augusta mayor’s office, Augusta Utilities and Augusta Engineering and Environmental services. Two Dudes and a Boat Kayak Rentals will provide kayak support.
To register, click here.
