Emergency Clean Up Johnson Creek at Great Southwest Nature Park

Last minute emergency cleanup at a series of small ponds off of HWY 360. We still need a few more volunteers with small boats or dry suits or waders.

This will be Amanda's last cleanup event with us in Grand Prairie. She will be changing her job to work in Fort Worth after this.

Celebrate our Texas paddle trails by participating in our Adopt-a-Stream cleanup with Keep Grand Prairie Beautiful. This is a chance to paddle a little used waterway and help the environment at the same time.

PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY!

This is an emergency cleanup is for a series of small shallow ponds near 360 in Grand Prairie.

Small boats and somewhat skilled paddlers are preferred for this. Dry suits or waders are also good as these are shallow ponds. Paddlers are encouraged to bring your own kayak, canoe, etc. but if you do not have one, or you are bringing a buddy who needs a boat, we've got you covered. If you need a free kayak and gear rental, please call me at 214 478-7856.

Location:
1300 N HWY 360, Grand Prairie, TX.

Directions:
Exit HWY 360 at Ave J. Then get on Northbound access road. Turn left on the first road north of Ave J by XGS Dallas. Then park on the south side of the road and look for the entrance and path between the ponds. It is a little challenging to get back in to the launch point. I will be using my trailer as a boat dolly to get boat closer to the ponds.

PFD, personal flotation device, is required for every volunteer, but are supplied with every rental boat.

What to wear: Long pants, man made materials, NO COTTON
Layers appropriate for weather.
Change of clothes suggested.
Close-toed shoes or rain boots
Sunscreen and insect repellent
We will have bottled water available. However, in an effort to reduce waste, we ask that you bring your own filled reusable water bottle.
If you have any questions call Teresa at 214 478-7856 or email Amanda at amaron@gptx.org