Effigy Mounds Preserve cleanup days announced

Cleanup days at the Effigy Mounds Preserve in Whitewater are planned for Jan. 31, Feb. 21 and March 6. (Submitted photo)

The City of Whitewater is partnering with University of Wisconsin-Whitewater students and local organizations to create multiple cleanup days at the Effigy Mounds Preserve.

The events are scheduled from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Fridays, Jan. 31, Feb. 21 and March 6.

Volunteer shifts are available from 9 a.m. to noon or 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

City staff and volunteers will work together with the goal to clear brush and fallen trees and spread wood chips along the preserve pathway.

Tools and supplies needed for the event will be supplied by city staff.

Those interested in volunteering can reach out to Parks and Recreation Director Eric Boettcher at 262-473-0122 or eboettcher@whitewater-wi.gov.

Interested individuals also can sign up online at https://tinyurl.com/MoundsWorkDay.

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