What is an emu parade?

Answer 1

An emu parade is when group of children or adults is spread across any area. As they walk, they pick up any piece of rubbish they come across. In a short space of time, the area is absolutely spotless.

The original concept of a methodical emu parade, which originally involved a strict line formation, has been lost through the years. In an emu parade, the participants do not maintain a line, but spread out in all directions. Emu parades are commonly used in schools to control litter. the point of the exercise is to check all nooks, crannies and corners for any piece of rubbish to pick up.