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Earth Day Cleanup

  • Lake Springfield Boathouse 2312 Lake Springfield Park Road Springfield, MO, 65804 United States (map)

Registration for our 2023 Earth Day Cleanup is now Closed.

GENERAL INFO

Official Facebook Event

Registration: Closed; watch for River Rescue registration opening in early May!

Place: Southwood Access (5220 S. Southwood Road, Springfield, MO 65804 )

Date: Saturday, April 22, 2023
Time: 8:00 am -12:00 pm

Admission: Free
THE DETAILS

Celebrate Earth Day by making an impact on our beloved James River and Lake Springfield at this annual cleanup.


CHECK-IN 

Check-in begins at 8:00-8:30 pm for ALL participants.

After a safety talk and distribution of bags and gloves, attendees will be participating in:

1) A shoreline clean-up at Southwood Access, Springfield Lake Clay Henshaw Memorial Access (fishing piers), and Tailwaters Access;

2) Paddle to remote shorelines of Lake Springfield;

3) Float a 4.75-mile section of the James River from Crighton Access to Southwood Access*.

*For experienced floaters only due to cooler water temperatures and other hazards. Bring your own boat.

EYE ON THE WEATHER

We will be keeping our eye on the weather as it develops, and will announce any updates/changes via email, Facebook, Twitter, and our website

THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS

Springfield-Greene County Parks and Recreation

Bass Pro Shops

Missouri Department of Conservation

Earlier Event: April 1
MDC Native Plant Sale