Many of you have asked me recently where the trash in Lake Martin comes from – usually right after you hear how much trash has been removed. The amounts are staggering.

Our last trash pick-up in November 2018 yielded 20 tons of garbage. Read that again. This is the lake you boat in, swim in and enjoy for its beauty; yet, without the efforts of LMRA’s wonderful volunteers and eager supporters, the enjoyment and beauty would diminish greatly.