Trash Free Gulf Cleanup at Austin Rowing Club

Hello Volunteers! We’d like to thank you for volunteering with Keep Austin Beautiful & Austin Rowing Club. You'll be working on giving some extra care to the lake and trails of our beloved Lady Bird Lake. A watercraft will be provided to you by Austin Rowing Club so there is no fee associated. *If you are no longer able to attended, please cancel your shift so the spot opens for the next volunteer.*

Your Lake Leader for this site will be the staff from the Austin Rowing Club and they will have your cleanup supplies, helpful safety guidelines, and further instructions for you.

Event Details

·    Starting Location: Waller Creek Boathouse (74 Trinity Street, Waller Creek Boathouse, Austin, TX 78701)

·    Parking: Please note that there is no parking available at the boat house so you will need to find street side parking or a spot at the Convention Center Parking Garage, 201 East 2nd St. – with entrances on Brazos St and San Jacinto. (No cash accepted)

What to bring: Closed toe shoes, a FULL water bottle, and comfortable clothing. We will provide all tools and neoprene gloves - if you have your own gardening or work gloves or a preferred brand of bug spray you are invited to bring them.

Youth Volunteers: All volunteers under the age of 18 must be registered by a parent or legal guardian. A parent or legal guardian must register and attend with the youth volunteer. Independent registrations submitted by minors are not permitted. 

A NOTE ON SAFETY: With all of our volunteer events, we encourage you to “See and Be Seen!” Be mindful of your fellow volunteers and maintain awareness of your surroundings at all times. Dial 911 in case of emergency.

Pet Policy: For safety and liability reasons, pets are not permitted at volunteer events. Service animals are welcome.

“Know Before You Go”

Before you head out, please keep the following in mind:

• Per Texas State Law, life jackets are required for everyone on a watercraft. For all children 13 and under the life jacket must be worn at all times. For more information on boater safety, please look to TPWD.
• Be aware that toxic algae blooms can occur in Lady Bird Lake. Whenever you're around natural bodies of water, remain vigilant.
• Recognize that zebra mussels are invasive and widespread in Texas waterways. Let us know if you see any zebra mussels during your volunteer activity. 
• Be able to identify poison ivy, oak, and sumac; identifying these plants is essential for a safe cleanup.
• Hydrate and take precautions to prevent heat-related illnesses. Consult this guide for tips on recognizing and addressing heat-related issues.

If you are no longer able to attend, please cancel your shift at your earliest convenience to re-open those spots for registration.

Thanks again for being involved in making Austin such a unique and beautiful place to live and experience! See you on the lake!