Lake Lanier — Just about a month ago, on a bright September morning, hundreds of volunteers came together for a single purpose — to clean up Lake Lanier.
From the moment the sun hit the water, boats created the first waves of the day, barges pushed off with a mission, and volunteers fanned out across the shoreline armed with bags, gloves, and determination. The goal was simple and shared by everyone involved: make a difference and leave the lake a little cleaner than they found it.
The annual Shore Sweep 2025 brought together people of all ages — families, friends, and community groups — each playing their part, whether on foot, on land, or by boat. By the end of the day, the results spoke for themselves: tons of trash removed and a lake that looked a little more like the natural treasure it’s meant to be.
Events like Shore Sweep remind us how much can be accomplished when a community comes together for a shared cause…