A Day Without Water on Lake Lanier

The Lake Lanier Association recognizes October 16 as National “A Day Without Water”

Written by Emma Bredfeldt, LLA Intern 

 

Imagine waking up tomorrow to a world without water. No water for your morning coffee, to take a warm shower, or even to brush your teeth. No beautiful lake in your backyard for watersports, water supply or to provide an ecosystem for birds, fish and native plants. That’s what “Imagine a Day Without Water” is all about, taking a moment to realize how much we rely on clean, available water every single day. 

For those of us who call Lake Lanier home, that scenario isn’t just an abstract concept, it’s a wake up call. On October 16th, the nation observes “A Day Without Water”, a campaign that asks us to reflect on how essential water is to our daily lives and what we’re doing to protect it. For those of us living around or benefiting from Lake Lanier, the message hits especially close to home.

The Lake Lanier Association works every day to help take care of this vital resource. Our team and volunteers run several programs that protect and preserve the lake. Every fall, we host Shore Sweep, Georgia’s largest volunteer based cleanup that removes thousands of pounds of trash and debris from the shoreline and water. Additionally, our latest erosion control effort, Project Armor, seeks to preserve vulnerable areas of shoreline with the installation of riprap. This protection method prevents harmful sediment and unwanted nutrients from entering our water supply. These efforts, and more, help keep the water clean and safe for all users of our beloved Lake Lanier.

“Imagine a Day Without Water” is a reminder that clean water doesn’t just happen. It takes planning, action, and people who care. Whether you live on the lake, enjoy boating and watersports or just drink from the tap, you have a role to play in safeguarding Lake Lanier. We invite you to learn more about the work of the Lake Lanier Association and discover how you can make a difference. Take action today to ensure a  day without water remains unimaginable.

To learn more about “A Day Without Water” please visit: thevalueofwater.org/imagineaday.