October Clean Lady Bird Lake

Greetings Volunteers, we’d like to thank you for volunteering for Keep Austin Beautiful's Clean Lady Bird Lake event. You'll be joining 100+ other volunteers to give some extra care to the lake and trails. You have signed up to participate in the Festival Beach Shoreline cleanup. All ages are welcome at this site with adult supervision. Just as a reminder, this is a site where you will need to bring your own kayak to be on the water.

Event Details

·    Starting Location: 13 Chicon St., Austin, TX 78702 - This is the address to the parking lot we will meet at the parking lot. We will meet at the picnic tables down the hill from the parking lot. The picnic tables are across from the Martin Neighborhood Pool.

·    Parking: 13 Chicon St., Austin, TX 78702 - This is the address to the parking lot. 

·    Things to Bring: A FULL bottle of water, a hat, and a snack

Your Lake Leader for this site will be Karen Garbaccio and she will have your cleanup supplies, helpful safety guidelines, and further instructions for you.

“Know Before You Go”

Before you head out, please keep the following in mind:

• Be aware that toxic algae blooms can occur in Lady Bird Lake. Whenever you're around natural bodies of water, remain vigilant.
• Recognize that zebra mussels are invasive and widespread in Texas waterways. Let us know if you see any zebra mussels during your volunteer activity. 
• Be able to identify poison ivy, oak, and sumac; identifying these plants is essential for a safe cleanup.
• Hydrate and take precautions to prevent heat-related illnesses. Consult this guide for tips on recognizing and addressing heat-related issues.

If you are no longer able to attend, please cancel your shift at your earliest convenience to re-open those spots for registration.

Thanks again for being involved in making Austin such a unique and beautiful place to live and experience! See you on the lake!