On April 18, 2026, Eastern will be partnering with Newport Rhode Races for Race Day Plogging during the Newport Marathon and Half Marathon. Volunteers are invited to walk or jog 1–4 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 p use task password: ERICD.