Boggy Nature Park, Port O’Connor’s diamond in the rough, was polished up and was shinning brightly by noon on Saturday, April 28 thanks to the work of many volunteers who dedicated their morning to serving the community. Volunteers were met early Saturday morning by County Commissioner, Kenny Finster, and two county volunteers, Roger and Leroy, who arrived early with two dump trucks and two huge front end loaders, bags and other equipment. People of all ages from Elgin, Seadrift, San Antonio, Port Lavaca, and Richmond/Rosenberg helped Port O’Connor full and part-time residents with the work. We are especially grateful to Boy Scout Troop 361 from Port Lavaca, Girl Scout Troop 29087 from Richmond, and Rotary Youth INTERACT from Calhoun High School for their assistance. Hats off to the adult leaders of these groups for their inspiration and commitment to helping teach our Texas youth the values and virtues of community service and responsible citizenship. We also appreciate a $100 donation to purchase bug spray and bags from another interested resident who could not be here for the clean up.

When thanked for his participation in the clean up, Port O’Connor resident, Ladd Hockey, said, “This is the least I could do. I fish here a lot and love Boggy!” Those sentiments were echoed by many at the clean up and every one there expressed their appreciation for having Boggy available for them and their families for recreation. Further discussion revealed that some volunteers even remembered when Boggy was the dump for Port O’Connor years ago! Others were surprised to learn that the law against dumping in Boggy prohibits dumping any trash or refuge including palm fronds and yard debris.

To help with disposal of yard debris and trash, the POC Municipal Utility District (MUD) is providing heavy trash depository quarterly for non-hazardous waste. For additional information, call the MUD office at 361 983 2652.

Thanks for doing your part in Keeping Boggy Clean and Beautiful!

Calhoun High School Rotary INTERACT were a great help in the clean up.

Richmond-Rosenberg Girl Scouts traveled here to help with the clean up.

Boy Scouts of America Troop 361

Boy Scouts of America Troop 361 from Port Lavaca led by Scoutmaster Ron Molina made their way to Port O’Connor to help their neighbors clean up Boggy Nature Park on Saturday April 28.

Pictured from right are Larry Elliot, Charles Elliot, Alex Clifton, Ethan Cuellar, Joseph Garza, Scoutmaster Ron Molina, Taylor Byrd, Morgan Molina, Ric Clifton, Mason Veach. Front row Evan Clifton and Mike Clifton. Not pictured Carlynn Byrd.