2026 Lakeshore Cleanup

The 2026 edition of the Tellico Lakeshore Cleanup took place on Saturday, March 21. This year, 22 different organizations took part in the event and, together, fielded some 250 volunteers. Included among these were three community-wide organizations representing WindRiver, Rarity Bay, and Foothills Pointe, plus a wide range of clubs and organizations based in Tellico Village.

In total, just over three tons of trash were collected, not counting some 30-40 discarded tires, which were safely disposed of separately. In addition to many hundreds of bags of trash, the "haul" included several large pieces of stuffed furniture and a full size mattress!

This was the 23rd annual cleanup event WATeR has sponsored. With assistance from TVA, Waste Connections, Loudon County Convenience Centers, and the Tellico River Development Agency (TRDA), the event was another big success.

Next year's cleanup will take place on Saturday, March 20, 2027. Look for more information in the coming months about how you can join us in our cleanup efforts.