Corps Cleanup Coming Up at Lake Hartwell

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Hartwell Project Office and Lake Hartwell Association will kick off the annual Lake Hartwell Clean Up Green Up initiative in conjunction with Earth Day from April 16 to April 23.

Organizers said the cleanup campaign allows those who care about Hartwell Lake to show their appreciation by helping to keep it pristine.

Volunteers are encouraged to help keep the lake clean by disposing of trash in authorized containers.

Hartwell Lake Natural Resources Specialist and Campaign Co-Coordinator Dale Bowen said that the goal is to inspire members of Lake Hartwell’s surrounding communities to volunteer throughout the year in addition to the weeklong campaign.

Meanwhile, Lake Hartwell Association Executive Director Herb Burnham said he encourages interested groups to adopt sections of shoreline and islands to clean up throughout the year on their own schedules whenever they feel it is necessary.

Burnham also said he encourages individuals, businesses, and community organizations throughout the six counties bordering the lake to join in this important community and environmental event for the “sake of the lake.”

In recognition of volunteer efforts, organizers this year are bringing back the picnic to conclude the weeklong event and thank the volunteers.

The picnic will be on April 23 at 11:30 a.m. at the Big Oaks Recreation Area in Hartwell.

For more information, call Bowen at 888-893-0678, extension 348.