Big Sweep Fall 2026- Holly Point Paddle (WAITLIST)

Holly Point Falls Lake Paddle (WAITLIST)

• Zone Captain: Iwona Birk & Jennifer Browndorf
• Contact: alexandra.heinemann@wake.gov
• Date: Wednesday, October 7th, 2026
  **Rain Date: Tuesday, October 13th, 2026**
• Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Join us for a paddling litter cleanup on Falls Lake and come paddle alongside our Zone Captains from Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, Jennifer Browndorf and Iwona Birk! Volunteers will help protect our waterways by paddling across the lake and into hard-to-reach areas to remove trash. Some paddling experience is recommended.

Registration Required

The cleanup will take place on Wednesday, October 7th from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM (please arrive by 8:45 AM for sign-in). Volunteers should park at the Unnamed Falls Lake Boat Ramp (14500 New Light Rd, Wake Forest, NC) and follow the road to the back of the lot. Restrooms and picnic tables are available on site.

We’ll meet at the Holly Point Campground Boat Ramp to sign in, review the paddling route, and assign boats and supplies. Volunteers will launch from the ramp to begin the cleanup and return by approximately 11:45 AM to unload boats and trash.

We will provide watercrafts, paddles, PFDs, dry bags, and all cleanup supplies for those who do not have their own. Volunteers are welcome to bring their own paddle craft (motorized boats are not allowed). Space is limited for this cleanup, so early registration is encouraged.

Please come prepared with closed-toed shoes, drinking water, sunscreen, a hat, and clothing appropriate for the weather that can get wet or dirty. A towel or change of clothes is also recommended.

Volunteers must be at least 18 years old. Adults only. Each participant is required to sign a liability waiver. In the event of bad weather, the rain date is Tuesday, October 13th, from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM.

Spend the morning on the water, meet fellow conservation-minded paddlers, and help make a lasting impact on Falls Lake!

This event has reached capacity and now has a waitlist. Cancellations do occur, so we encourage you to join the waitlist, as spots may become available. If you are providing your own boat, we may be able to register you more quickly and move you off the waitlist, so please be sure to register for the waitlist.

Register under PUBLIC event, "***WAITLIST*** WATERCRAFT Falls Lake Holly Point Paddle: Wednesday, October 7th, 9 AM - 12 PM"
 

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