Build your own trash collection tools, and test them out cleaning up an area that contains litter. Think back to when we made the prosthetic hands, and you may already have some ideas on how to get this started.
DIY - Heavy Duty Pole Grabber
I know you probably don't have a 3-D printer, but this might provide you with some design ideas.
3-D Printer Grabber Ideas
Plans for mechanical grabber created by a Girl Scout troup.
Grabber Claw using KNex
Okay, now leave Elmo out of this one! However, it might provide you with some ideas to help with a trash collector claw.
Giant Cardboard Claw
