Abstract: A litter gathering device consisting of an improved mechanism for retrieval and discharge of litter which uses a plurality of spikes mounted on a rubber plate allowing them to flex. The litter gathering device has a handle attached on top of an elongated hollow tubular member with a flange attached at the bottom. The flange has a threaded shaft where attached is a hard rubber plate containing a plurality of spikes. The invention has a discharge mechanism which involves a slidable shaft inside the elongated hollow tubular member. Attached at the lower end is a discharge plate containing a plurality of holes matching the plurality of spikes. Attached transversely through the slidable shaft is a smaller shaft with ends allowed to protrude through slots in the elongated hollow tubular member. Flanges are attached on both ends of the smaller shaft which are latchable into a wire handle of bucket.