On April 18, 2026, Eastern will be partnering with Newport Rhode Races for Race Day Plogging during the marathon and half-marathon. Volunteers are invited to walk or jog 2-5 miles while helping keep the race courses and surrounding areas free of trash and debris. Plogging opportunities will take place along the half-marathon course in Newport, the marathon course in Middletown, and at Easton's Beach.

One step, one piece of litter at a time—this is community action in motion. Sign Up Here!‍ ‍

When on the Rhode Races website volunteer sign-up page, use the task password: ERICD.

Thank you to our generous plogging event sponsors: Orsted, Green Pollybag, Rhode Races & Emmy’s Organics.