DUE TO STATE & LOCAL “STAY AT HOME” REGULATIONS, THE 2020 EARTH DAY CLEANUP IS CANCELLED.
We apologize for any inconvience. Please stay stafe!
GENERAL INFO
Official Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/496674204278208/
Offical Registration Page: https://www.jamesriverbasin.com/earthday2020-registration
Place: Southwood Access ( 5220 S. Southwood Road, Springfield, MO 65804 )
Date: Wednesday April 22, 2020
Time: 12:30pm – 5:00pm
Admission: Free
THE DETAILS
Celebrate Earth Day by making an impact on our beloved James River and Lake Springfield
at this annual memorial clean-up to remember our dedicated JRBP volunteer and Ozark river enthusiast, Joe Kleiber.
CHECK-IN
Check-in begins at 12:30-1:00 pm at the Southwood Access 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 peirs) 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, age 18+ - due to cooler water temperatures and other hazards. Bring your own boat, or register ASAP to reserve a JRBP canoe.
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.
