Lakeshore Partners with Local Organizations for Earth Day Clean-ups

Today, the Municipality of Lakeshore teamed up with several local sports organizations to conduct clean-ups at six local parks.

The “Our Lakeshore Earth Day Clean-up" saw volunteers and members from Woodslee Baseball, Belle River Soccer, Lakeshore Minor Baseball, and Stoney Point Soccer Club cleaning up baseball diamonds, soccer fields, and public areas at Optimist Park, Millen Park, Centennial Park, Lions Park, Atlas Tube Recreation Centre, and Stoney Point Community Park. The groups also added mulch to newly planted trees. As part of the initiative, Lakeshore provided gloves, garbage bags, and mulch.

"I am always amazed by the dedication of Lakeshore's community organizations in action," said Mayor Tracey Bailey. "Their invaluable work within our communities is a major factor in making Lakeshore a great place to live and play. On behalf of Council, I would like to extend our sincere appreciation for their contributions, not just on Earth Day, but every day in between as well.”

“We get a lot of support from the residents of Woodslee and this was a perfect opportunity to give back to our community. On Earth Day, we’re proud to work with the municipality to help clean and freshen up the place that we call home.”
Calvin Dawson, President, Woodslee Baseball

“Every year, we put countless volunteer hours into making sure the fields are in the best condition possible for our players, and we’re happy to see those efforts enjoyed by the 1200+ members of Belle River Soccer. We hope the event reminds everyone about the incredible amount of work that goes into maintaining fields and parks, as well as the importance of respecting those spaces so everyone can enjoy them.”
Rod Demars, President, Belle River Soccer

“This was a chance for Lakeshore Baseball to demonstrate how much we care about the parks and spaces that we use every year. It also allowed us to lead by example and show our young people the importance of giving back to the community.” 
Jeff Frey, President, Lakeshore Minor Baseball

“This event is a great example of Stoney Point Soccer Club working with Lakeshore to clean up and beautify the fields and park that we play in every week. The space is well-used by residents and visitors, and we’re happy to help make it the best park it can be as a celebration of Earth Day.”
Michelle Moxley-Peltier, Youth Convener, Stoney Point Soccer Club