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Cache In Trash Out

CITO Cache In Trash Out® (CITO) is an environmental initiative supported by the geocaching community. Since 2002, CITO has helped preserve the natural beauty of cache-friendly spaces. In that time, more than 730,000 people have volunteered at 41,000 CITO events.

Twice per year, geocachers can earn virtual souvenirs by hosting and attending events during CITO seasons. Visit the Help Center for information on the next CITO season.

Attend CITO Events

At CITO events, geocachers and community groups work together to improve parks and other outdoor environments. They clean up litter, plant trees, remove invasive species, build trails, and more.

To attend an event, find CITO events near you.

Host CITO Events

To host an event, contact a land manager, local organization, or government agency to determine your community’s needs. Make sure to get permission for your project.

Here are some tips to help plan your event:

CITO every day

CITO can happen on every geocaching adventure! Pick up trash that you see on the trail. Clean up the area around each geocache. These small acts make a huge difference.

CITO in action

Upcoming global CITO events

Île-de-France, France 03/23/2026 Oh CITO 🌎 by Mika92360
Southern England, United Kingdom 03/23/2026 23rd March - Caring (for Trees) in the Community by Monski
South Wales, United Kingdom 03/23/2026 March Madness by niajk
Jihočeský kraj, Czechia 03/23/2026 Úklid u Mlýna by Pichlík & Team
Region Sjælland, Denmark 03/23/2026 Affaldsoprydning i marts by Merete Larsen
Baden-Württemberg, Germany 03/23/2026 Zusammen beim Frühlingsputz 2026 by tobiba
West Virginia 03/23/2026 Backlot CITO by Troopbiz
Arizona 03/23/2026 3/23 Loopy Cito Between LaCholla and LaCanada by Tusmke
Ohio 03/23/2026 Spring 2026 Caesar Ford Park CITO by boydfamily
Ohio 03/23/2026 March (23rd) Madness - CITO by JenOvations