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FAQs

General

What is the Lake Travis Cleanup?
How do I volunteer?
Why volunteer?
What are the volunteer times/ shifts?
Can I submit photos of my cleanup site/ group?
Where can I get updates for the cleanup?

Shoreline Volunteers

Where are the shoreline cleanup sites?
Will the parks charge an entrance fee?
Where do I get my cleanup supplies?
Who do I contact for more information on volunteer positions?

Dive Volunteers

Can I volunteer for an underwater position if I am not certified?

What is the Lake Travis Cleanup?

The Lake Travis Cleanup began in 1994 as an informal gathering of divers in the Lake Travis area who turned their recreational diving ventures into a small-scale cleanup effort. Due to the popularity of the program, the LCRA and Colorado River Alliance became involved a few years later to help facilitate boat support and proper waste disposal. Travis County joined as a partner shortly thereafter to add a shoreline cleanup component, maximizing the impact of having hundreds of volunteers ready and willing to make a difference.

How do I volunteer?

Volunteers are invited to participate in the Cleanup as divers, shoreline walkers, and shoreline paddlers.

  • Dive Volunteers must be certified divers, provide their own tanks and equipment, and be part of a registered dive group. Individuals should contact their local dive shop to join a Dive Group. Please subscribe below and/ or follow to receive updates on future cleanups.
  • Shoreline Walkers and Paddler Volunteers Please subscribe below and/ or follow to receive updates on future cleanups.

Why volunteer?

Lake Travis is one of the state’s most important water reservoirs. As part of the Colorado River and Highland Lakes, Lake Travis provides vital water supply for drinking and municipal use, wildlife habitat, electrical power generation, irrigation, industrial production, recreational enjoyment and a thriving tourism industry. As well, the health of our coastal estuaries and bays depends on a healthy flow of water from fresh water sources like the Colorado River as do the numerous fish and wildlife that call the River home. Much of the litter we take away from the lake each year is the result of preventable actions.

The Lake Travis Cleanup not only helps to monitor the current health of the water and keep this precious resource clean, but also acts as a venue to spread the message of responsible resource protection and environmental stewardship to thousands in the area each year.

What are the volunteer times/ shifts?

Shifts are dependent upon the type of volunteer and position requested. Shift requirements will be specified in position description when registering.

Can I submit photos of my cleanup site/ group?

Yes! We want to see you in action! Tag us on Facebook @Colorado River Alliance | Instagram @laketraviscleanup #LTCleanup and/ or send pictures to volunteer@coloradoriver.org.

Where can I get updates for the cleanup?

You have many ways to stay connected!

Where are the shoreline cleanup sites?

Shoreline cleanup sites are located throughout Travis County. Please see the site registration page (closed for 2023) for a full list of sites.

Will the parks charge an entrance fee?

Travis County has waived fees for all volunteers on the day of the event. Mention that you are a member of the Lake Travis Cleanup for free access to the park.

Where do I get my cleanup supplies?

Cleanup supplies will be provided by the site leader at your designated park. After arriving at the park you will receive gloves, trash grabbers, trash/ recycle bags, and any other event supplies after you sign and turn in your liability form.

Who do I contact for more information on Volunteer Positions?

Please contact the Colorado River Alliance at 512.498.1587, or send us a message and we will get back with you!

Can I volunteer for an underwater position if I am not certified?

Unfortunately, no. Dive Volunteers must be certified divers and provide their own tanks and equipment.