Volunteer + Connect: Beach Cleanup
Date and Time
Saturday May 16, 2026
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
Please arrive by 9:00am
We'll be done by 11:00am
(You can also leave early, if needed)
Location
Update: We will be at "Lakefront Park" Beach
Meet at:
"Lakefront Park" in the parking lot in front of the beach
1225 S Lakeview Dr,
Manitowoc, WI 54220
Fees/Admission
Free!
Contact Information
Shannon Pelky
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Description

Give back. Get outside. Connect.
Join us on Saturday, May 16th from 9:00–11:00 AM for a meaningful morning along the Manitowoc lakeshore as the Young Professionals come together to help clean up a local beach. (Children are also welcome to join the event, as long as they are under the supervision of a parent or guardian.)
We’ll be volunteering as a group at our assigned cleanup locations "Lakefront Park" Beach also known as the old "Warm Waters Beach".
✨ Why join?
- Make a difference in your community
- Meet and connect with other young professionals
- Enjoy fresh air and lakefront views while giving back
Bring a friend or come solo, either way, you’ll connect with others while helping keep our beaches beautiful!
Who are the Young Professionals of Manitowoc County?
The Young Professionals (YPs) of Manitowoc County is a networking and development group of individuals around the ages of 21–40 who live or work in the area. Everyone is welcome to attend their events (no membership required, YP events are open to the public). Our events are casual, friendly, and designed to make it easy to jump in and feel comfortable.
Who are the Friends of the Manitowoc River Watershed (FMRW)?
Started by Kim Kettner and Wendy Lutzke in 2012, the Friends of the Manitowoc Watershed (FMRW) is a group of volunteers working to raise awareness about the water quality issues impacting the Manitowoc River and the land draining into it. We are committed to connecting people to the Manitowoc River through our hands-on events and educational workshops to increase appreciation, awareness, and use of the river. Find out more.
