That is my observation as well. Past two years compared to the past 24 years for me. I also was involved in the YCC on the Western Slope for a very long time, beginning with it's start up there. 

Today's trash is incredible - some areas become dump sites, literally speaking.  
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Youth Conservation Corp (YCC) 
https://www.fs.fed.us/working-with-us/opportunities-for-young-people/youth-conservation-corps-opportunities