Army Corps seeks volunteers for cleanup at lake

CLARKS HILL, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is looking for individual and group volunteers for the annual J. Strom Thurmond Lake cleanup campaign.

It’ll happen from 8 a.m. to noon on National Public Lands Day, Sept. 24.

Volunteers will work on a variety of projects including debris cleanup, brush clearing, and trail and park maintenance.

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After the cleanup, there will be a picnic for volunteers at the Below Dam Recreation Area, 384 Power Plant Road.

Volunteers must complete and return a volunteer agreement available online. Participants volunteering as a group can a group agreement. Completed forms can be dropped off or mailed to the Thurmond Project Office at 510 Clarks Hill Highway, Clarks Hill, SC 29821or emailed to [email protected]. Registration deadline is Sept. 10.

While the work is typical cleaning work, it does contain some occasional hazards. Therefore a position hazard analysis is available for .

All volunteers should wear closed-toed shoes and long pants and bring plenty of water. Be aware that your clothing could get damaged or stained.

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Volunteers should plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early for check-in and a safety talk. Participants will receive free T-shirts and a one-day for free ission to any federal park site (while supplies last).

In the event of severe weather, National Public Lands Day events will be canceled.