The Fort Atkinson Lions Club has announced that it recently worked on environmental projects, which included roadside trash pickup and local park beautification.
According to a recent news release, in April, club members walked the roadside along Highway 12 and the Highway 26 exit and entry ramps.
“It is a ritual the club performs three times each year. Last month over 23 large bags of trash were collected in just two hours,” the release stated.
Additionally, the release noted, there are five locations where the Lions annually do spring cleanup by pulling weeds, trimming shrubs and applying fresh mulch. These include areas in Lions Park, Klement Park and McCoy Park, along with the areas by the welcome sign near the armory and the Glacier River Trail near the intersection of Milwaukee Avenue and Robert Street.
More than 30 Fort Atkinson Lions Club members participated in the park cleanup on May 23, the release read.
Following the park work, the members gathered at the Rotary Pavilion in Rock River Park for their final meeting of the Lion year. All enjoyed a steak dinner cooked by fellow Lions, according to the release.
Regular meetings will resume in September. Those interested in learning more about the world’s largest service organization, may contact Kevin Becker, Fort Atkinson Club Membership chair: 920-723-4924.
About the Lions club
According to the release, the Lions Club International focuses on global causes including diabetes, vision, hunger, environment and childhood cancer. Each local club is challenged to address these causes in their communities.
The club’s motto is “We Serve.”
An additional focus area is on vision. Eyeglasses recycling boxes can be found at local stores. The club also will host its 2nd Annual Golf Outing on Thursday, July 21, at Koshkonong Mounds Country Club. The event is open to the public. Teams of four will compete, but individuals can register and be placed on a foursome. Those interested are encouraged to contact Lion Trish Jonas: 920-728-0928.
Each year the Fort Atkinson Lions Club donates some of the proceeds from its annual fundraisers, including the Golf Outing, to the Wisconsin Lions Camp in Rosholt. The camp serves youth and adults with physical, medical or emotional challenges. The weeklong camp allows participants to socialize with others in a camping experience, surrounded by other campers with similar conditions who understand and accept their limitations.
To learn more about the camp, visit https://www.wisconsinlionscamp.com. Spots are still open for adults who are deaf or hard of hearing. Because of the support of the camp by Lions Clubs, there is no cost for campers to attend. Applications for these open positions are available on the website, the release noted.
Lions Club members John LaPlant, from left, Mason Becker and Glen Schaefer spread mulch at the northern entrance to Lions Park.
Lions Club member Kevin Becker trims the hedges at Lions Park
E.G. Becker, from left, Mason Becker, Chuck Jacobsen, Glen Schaefer, Rob Stine, Patti Hurtgen, Dave Ring, Kevin Becker and John LePlant comprise the Lions park crew. Not pictured, but also members of the crew, are Jim Glynn, Eric Schultz, Kim Grunow and Ron Vogel.
Lion Dean Hanke collects trash along highway 12.
Contributed photos.
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