Lend a hand to the land with DNR staff by participating in a cleanup event at Hovey Lake Fish & Wildlife Area (FWA) on Friday, Sept. 25, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. CT. This community-focused National Public Lands Day event involves collecting trash and cleaning up along the water to improve wildlife habitat and outdoor recreation experiences Volunteers will meet staff at the Hovey Lake FWA Main Office for greeting and orientation. Staff will have trash bags and gloves available for volunteers. All ages are welcome. Due to nature of the event and location along the water, children must be accompanied by an adult. Closed toed shoes and long pants are recommended. Please bring water and snacks for the day as needed. Restrooms and water refills will be available within the main office. Please register at https://cerv.is/0064x3663. Note: Hovey FWA is in the Central Time Zone. This event begins at 9 a.m. CT which is 10 a.m. ET. DNR values access for all participants and will provide reasonable accommodation for this event. Please contact Zach Schoenherr at zschoenherr@dnr.in.gov or 812-270-0912 to request an accommodation or discuss any questions and concerns. Requests must be submitted at least one week before the event.