Posted on September 2, 2024
Murfreesboro, Ark. – The Lake Greeson Shoreline Cleanup is set to take place on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at the Kirby Landing Marina Pavilion. This community-focused event aims to enhance the beauty and health of Lake Greeson’s shoreline through collaborative volunteer efforts.
Event Details:
Date: September 14, 2024
Location: Kirby Landing Marina Pavilion, Lake Greeson
Registration Time: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Late Registration: Ends at 12:00 PM
Participants are encouraged to arrive early for registration. The event will provide all necessary supplies, including bags, gloves, vests, and drinking water. Volunteers should come prepared with closed-toe shoes, sunscreen, bug spray, and a hat for their comfort and safety.
During the cleanup, volunteers will be tasked with collecting debris and bag litter. All collected materials should be returned to the Marina for proper disposal in the County provided dump truck.
After the cleanup, a complimentary lunch will be provided at the pavilion and volunteers will have the opportunity to receive a free T-shirt while supplies last. There will also be a door prize drawing for participants older than 6 years of age.
“We are thrilled to host this event and bring together our community to make a positive impact on Lake Greeson,” said Diane Golden, Natural Resources Specialist, Lake Greeson Field Office; “We encourage everyone to join us in this important effort to preserve and enhance the beauty of our local environment.”
For more information, please contact Diane Golden, at diane.golden@usace.army.mil
About Lake Greeson Shoreline Cleanup:
The Lake Greeson Shoreline Cleanup is an annual event dedicated to maintaining the natural beauty of Lake Greeson. By engaging the community in hands-on environmental stewardship, the event promotes conservation and fosters a deeper connection to our local natural resources.
The USACE Vicksburg District is engineering solutions to the nation’s toughest challenges. The Vicksburg District encompasses a 68,000-square-mile area across portions of Mississippi, Arkansas and Louisiana that holds nine major river basins and incorporates approximately 460 miles of mainline Mississippi River levees. The Vicksburg District is engaged in hundreds of projects and employs approximately 1,100 personnel.
