Shoreline cleanup planned for Monroe Lake, volunteers needed for Sep. 7

A summer full of fun and recreation at Monroe Lake creates more than memories; it also results in a lot of trash!

100 volunteers are needed to help with a large shoreline cleanup at Monroe Lake on Sunday, September 7 to help restore the lakeshore to an inviting habitat for both people and wildlife.

This particular cleanup focuses on more remote areas of the shoreline, which are difficult to reach by land. Boats will be used to transport volunteers and haul out the trash.

The cleanup begins at 1:30 p.m. and concludes with a free cookout for all volunteers at 5:30 p.m. All volunteers must be at least 10 years old; ages 10 to 17 must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is required by September 3. You can sign up online at http://bit.ly/MonroeCleanup2014. Questions should be directed to the Paynetown Activity Center at 812-837-9967 or [email protected].

The cleanup is jointly sponsored by Monroe Lake, Monroe County Public Works, Hoosier National Forest, Army Corps of Engineers, and the City of Bloomington, with support from the Lake Monroe Boat Rental and Lake Monroe Marina.

Cost: Free

For more information contact:

Paynetown Activity Center
(812)837-9967
[email protected]