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19 a p c s hor e l i n e s.c om | 2015 Vol :1 the lake and having access to boats. She hopes to make this field trip an annual event for the children. "I spoke with these students a few weeks ago and I was impressed with the enthusiasm they had about doing their part to clean up the lake," Capps said. "After their field trip, Shirley reported the kids had a blast. It's a great hands- on way for students to learn about our lake and how they can help." In addition to students and LMLPA, local organizations have also jumped in to support the cleanup. Alabama Power Service Organization volunteers pitched in to help clean up trash and large debris along the shoreline of the lake. "I work in Pell City and this is our home lake," said APSO volunteer Jeremy Smith. "I fish out here almost every weekend and I see firsthand how important it is to keep this lake clean. We're glad to be able to help out and be a part of the community." APSO is one of the many groups helping make an impact on the lake through Renew Our Rivers and LMLPA. To celebrate all of the volunteers, LMLPA hosted a picnic at Lakeside Landing in Pell City on Saturday, March 28 with free food, refreshments and entertainment. "We've been doing this celebration for about 10 years," Capps said. "It's a way we can thank everyone for helping ,and spend time together." Learn how you can get involved in a Renew Our Rivers cleanup near you. View the Renew Our Rivers schedule at http://renewourrivers.com/. — ALLISON WESTLAKE Find videos and photos from recent Renew Our Rivers cleanups at apcshorelines.com. Left: Photo by nik layman — Volunteer Adam Vessell picks up trash for the Renew Our Rivers cleanup on Logan Martin. Above: Photo by nik layman — APSO volunteers Jeremy Smith, Amanda Young, Daniel Black and Adam Vessell pitch in to clean up Logan Martin.

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