The Lake Fayetteville Watershed Partnership is targeting litter along the lake’s trails, streets and shoreline for a cleanup starting at 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19. Volunteers will check in at the Ozark Natural Science Center, located at 511 E. Lakeview Drive. The organization notes that parking is limited, so carpooling, biking or walking is highly recommended to accommodate the expected turnout. This marks the annual fall cleanup event for the watershed partnership, a recurring effort to keep the waterway accessible and clean for the thousands of people who recreate there. The work requires staying on your feet for several hours, so organizers suggest wearing old clothes and closed-toe shoes. Since the cleanup extends to the water’s edge, finding rain boots, muck boots or hip waders before heading out will likely prove helpful. Participants don’t need to solve a complex survey of the area upon arrival. The partnership provides the necessary supplies and assigns specific cleanup destinations for the group. Once the bags are full, volunteers can trade them for light snacks and water on-site. The cleanup is open to the public, welcoming anyone who wants to help maintain the area. The Ozark Natural Science Center offers a vantage point overlooking the lake, making it a practical meeting spot for the effort. For the Fayetteville community, the lake represents a stretch of green near the city center that sees heavy foot traffic, regardless of the season. Keeping the trails free of debris ensures that the public space remains usable and safe. The partnership relies on local support to manage the scale of the task, turning a volunteer day into a coordinated clearing of the landscape. If you plan to attend, arrive with an empty stomach and boots ready for mud. The physical effort of
Source: Fayetteville Flyer
