Great Lake Allatoona Clean Up

The annual Great Lake Allatoona Cleanup (GLAC) is an event dedicated to preserving the natural beauty of Lake Acworth and Lake Allatoona. This initiative offers residents a chance to contribute to environmental stewardship while enjoying the outdoors.

Event Details

Sponsored by the Acworth Parks and Recreation Department, the Acworth Lake Authority, the Great Lake Allatoona Cleanup Committee, and the Lake Allatoona Association, the GLAC is an ideal project for Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, community groups, and individuals passionate about keeping the lakes pristine. Plus, it’s a great excuse to tell your friends you’ve “gone to the lake” while secretly being an eco-warrior.

How to Participate

Participants are expected to check in with GLAC Site Coordinators between 8:30 am and 9:00 am. Upon arrival, volunteers will receive trash bags, patches, safety information, and guidance on cleaning procedures, including where to place filled trash bags. The physical addresses for each cleanup site in Acworth are available below.

What to Bring

Volunteers are encouraged to bring gloves, wear closed-toe shoes, and dress in clothing that can get dirty. For safety reasons, pets should be left at home—no matter how much Fido insists he’s great at fetching sticks (or trash).

Special Instructions for Boat Riders

Boat owners and operators play a crucial role in reaching areas inaccessible by land. For volunteers under the age of 18 who are registered to ride on a boat, a completed GLAC Boat Riding Waiver is required. Also, life jackets will be provided and must be worn at all times while on the boat to ensure safety.

Registration

To participate in the Great Lake Allatoona Cleanup, please visit the event’s official website where you can enter your information and select your preferred volunteer location.

The collective effort of the community at this annual event helps ensure that Lake Acworth and Lake Allatoona remain clean and enjoyable for everyone.

Date:
September 28, 2024

Time:
Check in for most locations takes place between 8:30 am to 9 am.

Addresses:

Cauble Park
4425 Beach St
Acworth, GA 30101

Galt’s Ferry Day Use Area
7299 Rocky Lane
Acworth, GA 30102

Glade Marina
5400 Kings Camp Rd SE
Acworth, GA 30102

Harbor Town Marina
7370 Galts Ferry Rd
Acworth, GA 30102

Holiday Harbor Marina
5989 Groovers Landing Rd SE #2927
Acworth, GA 30102

McKinney Campground
6659 McKinney Camp Ground Rd SE
Acworth, GA 30102

Northwest Georgia Council Boy Scouts of America
Camp Westin
4000 Bartow Carver Rd SE
Acworth, GA 30102

Old Highway 41 #1 Day Use Area
6679 N Main St SE
Acworth, GA 30101

Old Highway 41 #3 Campground (3 pm)
6700 North Main Street
Acworth, GA 30102

Red Top Mountain State Park
50 Lodge Rd SE
Acworth, GA 30102

Tanyard Creek Boat Ramp
4959 Tanyard Creek Rd SE
Acworth, GA 30102

There are also volunteer locations in Canton, Cartersville, White, and Woodstock.

For More Information:
For more information, please visit lakeallatoonaassoc.com or click here to register for the 2024 Annual Great Lake Allatoona Cleanup.