It's short notice, but I thought I'd post here since I usually do.
David Cravens and myself will be heading down to the Green River on Saturday for Clean the Green. After the event, we'll be doing some seining and such. If you're in KY, or nearby, you should come join us.
The Nature Conservancy and the Kentucky Waterways Alliance are partnering to bring you the annual Clean the Green event. Mark your calendars for August 8 to help protect one of America’s most biologically diverse rivers!
When:- August 8, 2015 beginning at 9 am eastern time / 8 am central time
- Green County American Legion Park – Greensburg, KY 42743
- If you can navigate a canoe or kayak, we want to see you there!
- There are a limited number of canoes available. If you have your own canoe or kayak, please bring it to allow others without boats to participate.
- Volunteers will meet to clean up the Green River, one of the most biologically diverse rivers in the country. The event is free but a small donation is needed to reserve a canoe. Each participant will receive a lunch, a commemorative T-shirt, a water bottle, plus a chance to win a kayak!
- …to bring? We strongly recommend bringing:
- a pair of gloves
- sunscreen
- insect repellent
- a canoe (if you have one)
- … and wear clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty!
- NOTE: Canoe reservations now require a small donation to offset the costs of this event. If you register without making a donation, your party will be placed on the waiting list. Please wait on confirmation email for reservation!!! If the event is cancelled, your donation will be refunded. (You will be redirected to the Clean the Green donation page after submitting your registration form.) Multiple floats will be offered to appeal to all levels of water warriors! 2 people per canoe.
- Roachville Ford to Russell Ford: 7 miles, 4 of 6 canoes available, 8:00 am central start time
- American Legion Park to Heye Takeout: 5 miles, 6 of 8 canoes available, 8:30 am central start time
- Russell Ford to American Legion Park: 2.5 miles, 14 of 22 canoes available, 9:00 am start time
- Kentucky Waterways Alliance
- The Nature Conservancy of Kentucky
- Western Kentucky University Green River Preserve
- Green River Paddle Trail
We can’t wait to see all of our dedicated volunteers show their love to the Green River on August 8, 2015!