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What: Beach and shoreline cleanups involving thousands of volunteers to remove trash and collect data on their findings. The annual September Adopt-a-Beach™ Event is part of the International Coastal Cleanup.
When: Saturday, Sept. 15, 2012, 9 a.m. to noon (Dates may vary based on location.)
Where: Beaches and tributaries along Great Lakes coastal areas in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Wisconsin. The Alliance also continues its partnership with the Ohio Lake Erie Commission this year as part of the commission's annual Coastweeks event.
How: Register online at www.greatlakesadopt.org take part in the cleanup.
Who: You! Cleanup volunteers are individuals, families, schools, community, scouting and religious groups.
Why: Have fun giving back to the places you care about. The Great Lakes shoreline and beaches are right in our back yards. The information gathered is used to make positive changes for our Great Lakes. Volunteer the day of the Event: Sign up for a designated location of your choice and come for a few hours of fun and community involvement.
Be a lead volunteer: Play a lead role in the cleanup by coordinating a cleanup in your area.
Thank you to all our 2011 participants!
Illinois and Indiana Katie Larson: klarson@greatlakes.org
312-445-9726, ext. 9726
MichiganJamie Cross: jcross@greatlakes.org
616-850-0745 ext. 12
OhioHyle Lowry: hlowry@greatlakes.org
216-630-8140
WisconsinTodd Brennan: tbrennan@greatlakes.org414-559-0317