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Plogging is n activity that welcomes everyone, not just runners.
You can take part from anywhere, in the way that suits you best: walking, running,
on two wheels, canoeing, kayaking, on a paddle board or somehow else.
Forget expensive sports equipment for and exchange them for gloves and garbage bags. We challenge you, your spouse, children and friends, your coworkers, relatives, the relatives of your relatives, pets...
- so everyone, come and join us in collecting trash and sharing your experiences during the 72 hours around the world!
Plogging is suitable for anyone who moves anywhere, however they want.
Below you will find international example sports for plogging.
1. Walking – In the Heart of Europe
Plogging Week took over the streets and beaches of European cities! In Bratislava, Yerevan and Constanta, participants took to the streets, walking and running, collecting litter and creating a common good. Supported by the European Commission, this event proved that small steps can lead to big things.
2. Running – The Champions’ Championship in Italy
The 2024 World Plogging Championship brought the streets of Bergamo and Gandino to life! Over 80 runners from 13 countries worked together to collect a whopping 1,289 kg of litter – showing the world that sustainability is the new king of the racing field.
3. Cycling – Across Italy for Nature
In the Keep Clean and Ride event, environmental activist Roberto Cavallo cycled 1,000 km across Italy, picking up litter along the way and igniting a spark of environmental protection in the hearts of every passerby.
4. Paddling – Bringing Rivers and Beaches to New Glory
The River Cleanup - Plogging Tour in Lithuania took participants out on the water – paddling, collecting trash, and respecting the environment. We combined the power of water and the energy of community, creating an experience that will be remembered.
5. Rowing – on the world’s waters
World Cleanup Day brings together thousands of people from different countries – including water lovers. By rowing and moving, they create a wave that carries away trash and replaces it with cleaner waters.
Upcoming Plogging
events
2025
Frontline Plogging
2026
Frontline Plogging
2026
Frontline Plogging
How to get involved?
Become a plogger by putting on gloves, grabbing trash bags in your pockets, and picking up the litters along your route in to your trash bag. When the bag is full, you put it in a general waste or sort it properly, if possible.
Read the instructions here:
Nothing ignites a sense of community like a shared goal for a cleaner world. The power of plogging lies in its diversity and community.
feelings from
previous years
Frontline Plogging partnership
As a partner, you are part of a network that combines visibility, relevance, and ease of participation. As a partner, you also support endangered animals through WWF Finland.
Join a plogging event
We and our partners organize Plogging events all around the world!
