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Dash for Trash 2026 is Officially Live!

Apr 1, 2026
MAUI NUI — It’s time to hit the pavement. Today marks the official kickoff of the 2026 Dash for Trash, our annual competition for Adopt-A-Highway groups across Maui, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi.
📅 New for 2026: A Two-Month Window

We know that island weather can be unpredictable. To ensure every crew has a safe, clear window to complete their cleanup, we have officially extended the competition. The 2026 Dash for Trash will now run through both April and May.

This change gives our Adopt-A-Highway partners more flexibility to monitor the forecast and schedule their events when conditions are best for safety and visibility. If the clouds roll in on your scheduled day, you now have plenty of time to reschedule and stay in the running!

📊 The Winning Formula

To make the competition fair for groups of all sizes, the winner isn’t necessarily the group with the most people or most bags—it’s the group that is most effective!

Total Bags ÷ Total Volunteers

This “Bags per Volunteer” system ensures that a dedicated crew of four has the exact same winning edge as a crew of forty. Every single bag counts toward your final score and your chance to claim the Dash for Trash Trophy.

Your 3-Mile Roadmap to the Trophy 🏆

Mile 1
Register & Request Supplies Confirm your cleanup date and segment via our official event form. For the duration of the Dash, groups have the option to clean their regularly assigned segment or choose any available state highway segment that needs extra attention.
Mile 2
Safety First As always, safety is our priority. Ensure 100% of your participants have reviewed the AAH Safety Training Video. Remember to face oncoming traffic, wear your high-visibility vests, and stay within the designated right-of-way.
Mile 3
Submit Your Report To be eligible for the trophy, you must submit your Cleanup Report and Photo within one week of your event. This is how we verify your bag count and volunteer numbers for the leaderboard!

Ready to Represent Your Segment?

Check the forecast, coordinate your crew, and let’s show the community the power of Adopt-A-Highway stewardship. Across Maui Nui, Every Bag Counts.

Visit Dash for Trash Page Register & Request Supplies
Show Your Progress: Tag us in your crew photos @stormwatermaui and use the hashtag #DashForTrashMauiNui. We want to see those orange bags making a difference!

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