(Submitted) Norris Lake is not only a recreation destination for the people that live on Norris Lake or visit it to boat, camp, ski or swim, it is also a an economic asset for the five counties that contain the lake which are Anderson, Campbell, Claiborne, Grainger and Union. Just like with any other asset, you have to protect your investment. Therefore, the Norris Lake Stakeholders conduct two five county wide clean ups each year. The next clean up is March 22, 2014.
When: March 22, 2014 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: There are several launch points for the clean up. The list below includes al the launch points divided by county. For more information, please call or email the contact person for the launch point that you are interested in.
- Anderson County
Contact: Anderson County Tourism Council-865-457-4547
Launch Points include Norris Dam State Park, Oak Grove Public Launch, Loyston Point TWRA Public Launch, Sequoyah Marina and Stardust Marina. - Campbell County
Contact: Campbell County Chamber-423-566-0329
Locations: Cove Lake, Twin Cove Marina, Lake Hollow Lane, Hatmaker Point, Young Park, Goat Rock Bridge, Well Springs, both Davis Creek launch sights and Doakes Pond - Union County
Contact: Union County Chamber-865-992-2811
Launch Points: Beach Island, Big Ridge State Park, Helms Ferry/Pinnacle Point, Hickory Star, Norris Shores Marina and Sunset Bay
Trash bags will be provided. Volunteers are encouraged wear appropriate footwear and bring gloves.
Partners Include:
- Anderson County Tourism Council
- Campbell County Chamber of Commerce
- Claiborne County Chamber of Commerce
- Grainger County Chamber of Commerce
- Leave No Trace
- Norris Lake Marina Association
- Plan East Tennessee
- Tennessee Valley Authority
- Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency
- Union County Chamber of Commerce