Troop 24 will be participating in a group service project in April. Please sign up to help with this local conservation project.

The Hofmann Dam River Rats Annual Spring River Clean-Up
Saturday, April 28th
9 am to noon

Join the dedicated Hofmann Dam River Rats in their semi-annual litter cleanup along the banks of the Des Plaines River. Help your local natural areas so they can be enjoyed by wildlife and our community.

*Disposable gloves, bags, refreshments and training will be provided.
*Dress for the weather and to work along the river. Wear sturdy shoes/boots, long sleeves and long pants that can get dirty, and work gloves. Dressing in layers and wearing a hat is recommended.
*Overflow parking is available at Stella’s (3903 Joliet Ave, Lyons).

Meet at the forest preserve area on the Lyons side of the Barrypoint Bridge across from the Hofmann Tower.

Work will include removing trash from the river bank and forested areas near the DesPlaines River.
The Hofmann River Rats is a registered not-for-profit organization, service hours will be given.

Let us know if you can be there!
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