Is a Litter Apocalypse Looming?

Do You See the Litter Around You?

Avoid a Litter Apocalypse with Litterati

On your next walk, whether it's recreational or just from your car to the store, be on the lookout for litter. And cigarette butts count. Challenge yourself to notice the litter for at least a week. When you get annoyed enough, join the litterati.org movement.

Start the Movement in Iowa

1. Find a piece of litter
2. Photograph it with Instagram (a free app on smart phones)
3. Hashtag your photo with #litterati (add #ipickeditup for our own local spin)
4. Throw away, recycle or compost the litter

Get Your Kids Involved

Teach your kids about litter and have them join in. Ask them what they see in the school yard, at soccer practice or their neighborhood playground. Ask them if the item is recyclable. Not sure? Use our Recycling Guide to find out.

Put Iowa on the Map

Litterati.org is keeping stats on items picked up and which state is leading the pack. Start capturing photos of litter in Iowa and put us on the map. Surely we can beat Minnesota?

Top States

1. California - 9,802
2. Minnesota - 406
3. Oregon - 340
4. Florida - 298
5. North Carolina - 205 

Top 5 Items

1. Cigarettes
2. Plastic
3. Marlboro
4. Starbucks
5. Paper

For more information on safe and smart disposal and recycling options, visit us at www.WhereItShouldGo.com or call 244.0021.