Beach Cleanups

2022 Dates:                                                                                                                                                                              Tuesday, July 12th                                                                                                                                                             Thursday, September 8th

Our 2022 dates are over, but you can still help with local cleanup efforts by checking out the Lakeshore Cleanup Coalition website to see when our partners are having cleanups this fall. 

This is a great opportunity to volunteer, as there is no better way to spend a morning than enjoying a great view of Lake Michigan and spending time safely outdoors with people from your community!

Snacks and refreshments will be provided, along with trash bags and gloves.

Please contact (616) 842-5852 Ext. 5 or email ottawacd@macd.org with concerns or questions. 

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