Surfrider Foundation Atlanta Chapter and Barefoot Wine will host a public river cleanup at Chattahoochee River Park  on Saturday, Aug. 25 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The cleanup is part of the Barefoot Wine Beach Rescue Project, a longstanding partnership between Barefoot Wine and the Surfrider Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world’s oceans, waves and beaches.

Following the cleanup, participants 21+ are invited to celebrate their efforts with Barefoot Wine and tasty beach treats. Attendees can find more information and RSVP for the free event at BeachRescue2012.com.

Collin Kelley is the executive editor of Atlanta Intown, Georgia Voice, and the Rough Draft newsletter. He has been a journalist for nearly four decades and is also an award-winning poet and novelist.