According to national research by Keep America Beautiful, an estimated 6,700 pieces of litter accumulate per mile of roadway annually — translating to an estimated 13,000 or more pieces of trash on Leland's streets and waterways each year, much of it concentrated along the Leland River and the Fishtown dock area during the busy tourist season.
Valor Skincare and The Find North will co-host a Leland Community Clean Up on Saturday, June 20th, from 10:00 a.m. to noon, with volunteers meeting at The Find North in downtown Leland.
Start the day with yoga on the beach at 9 a.m. with River Studio. This special all-levels community class is donation-based, with a minimum donation of $20. 100% of proceeds benefit Fishtown Preservation. To sign up visit https://bit.ly/49ukxGt.
This is more than a clean up — it's a celebration of community pride. Join us for two hours of good work, good company, and a few well-earned perks. Attendees can look forward to complimentary snacks and drinks throughout the morning and door prizes from local businesses. Collect trash in bags made from repurposed materials from Grand Traverse Canvas Works. Valor Skincare will be on-site with a sun care station and product sampling — a fitting reminder that protecting our skin, our body's largest organ, goes hand in hand with protecting the land and waters we love.
Kids (and parents, too!) will be treated to an apropos book reading and art activity at The Find North with local author, Brianne Farley. Brianne will read from her book When a Worm Makes A Sandwich, the story of an industrious worm that “makes” a sandwich by way of a compost pile.Signed copies will be available for purchase. Brianne’s visit is sponsored by the Old Art Building.
Caring for Leland isn't a one-time effort — it's an ongoing commitment to the town we love and the lake that defines it. Come be part of it.
Special thanks to our community partners: Two Fish Gallery, V Gallery, Harbor Shop, Leland Gal, Goodness on Main, Molly’s, Moraine, Leelenau Goods, Oryana, Au Sable, Kristin Mackenzie Fine Art, Hearth Saunas.
If you’d like to help with messaging to your communities or donating products, reach out to thefindnorth@gmail.com.
Date: Saturday, June 20 Time: 10a - 12p
Meeting Point: The gazebo in front of The Find North 102 N Main St., Leland MI 49654
Parking: Public parking is available on all streets.
What to bring: Protective glovesTrash grabberReusable bag or bucket - a limited quantity of reusable bags will be available while supplies lastClosed toed shoesReusable water bottle
About Valor Skincare Valor Skincare is a Traverse City-based skincare brand committed to clean ingredients and community wellness.
About The Find North The Find North is an independent retail destination with locations in Leland and Northport, curating goods that celebrate the spirit of Northern Michigan.
Fishtown Preservation Society works to preserve and protect the historic character of Fishtown — a beloved collection of weathered fishing shanties, smokehouses, docks, charter boats, and fish tugs along the Leland River in Michigan. Your participation helps support the ongoing preservation of this unique and treasured community landmark.
Looking forward to a fun kick off to Summer in Northern Michigan!