Dr. Karen Bell

Keep Liberty Beautiful

This summer, dedicated teens worked with Keep Liberty Beautiful (KLB) to promote community involvement through environmental projects, service, and education. These young leaders gained experience while helping protect and beautify Liberty County. Interns engaged in litter cleanups, recycling education, stormwater conservation, and community beautification efforts.

They traveled across Liberty County to make a tangible difference. Highlighting community involvement helps inspire others to join and see their role in local environmental efforts. According to intern Caden Frazier, “Getting involved with Keep Liberty Beautiful is one of the most impactful ways young people can make a difference in Liberty County.

Volunteers gain valuable skills while helping improve the environment and strengthen the community.”

“One reason I love KLB is that it is a very welcoming and warm community, which makes you feel appreciated and comfortable getting involved,” shared intern Cameron Stewart. One of the key lessons learned during the internship was the importance of recycling. Interns explored how recycling helps conserve natural resources, reduce landfill waste, and keep neighborhoods clean and beautiful.

They also discussed the important role young people play in creating sustainable communities. “Young people are the future leaders of the community,” explained intern Aydan Drummer.

By learning good recycling habits and encouraging others to recycle, students can make a positive impact that lasts for generations. Programs like summer internships help build future community leaders. When young people become involved in environmental stewardship, they gain more than volunteer hours, they develop leadership skills, civic pride, and a lifelong commitment to making their communities better places to live.

The interns also learned about programs like the Great American Cleanup, Earth Day Celebration, Adopt Liberty Program, Annual Beach Sweep, World Ocean Day, and recycling events. These initiatives offer residents of all ages opportunities to volunteer and take pride in their community.

To get involved, contact Keep Liberty Beautiful and join us in making Liberty County cleaner and greener. Volunteering helps strengthen community bonds and supports ongoing environmental efforts, so consider becoming a part of this movement today.

The internship also inspired participants to think about the future. Bryce Pyles emphasized the importance of environmental stewardship, noting that “we only have one Earth, and the more we can recycle and reuse, the less we have to make.”

In addition to local environmental issues, interns researched broader topics affecting the planet. One project examined the growing problem of fast fashion and its environmental impact.

Intern Stephanie Padilla Milan explored how the production and disposal of inexpensive clothing contribute to pollution, textile waste, and resource consumption. Her research encouraged residents to become more conscious consumers by purchasing quality items, supporting secondhand shopping, and reducing unnecessary waste. Community participation in these issues is vital for creating meaningful changes and protecting our planet for future generations.

Keep Liberty Beautiful’s Summer Internship Program demonstrates that environmental responsibility starts with education and action. By engaging local youth in meaningful projects, KLB is helping develop the next generation of environmental leaders while making Liberty County cleaner, greener, and more beautiful.

As the summer comes to a close, these interns leave with new knowledge, stronger leadership skills, and a deeper appreciation for the role each person plays in protecting our environment. Their message to the community is simple: every bottle recycled, every piece of litter picked up, and every volunteer hour given helps create a brighter future for Liberty County.

For more information about volunteer opportunities and environmental programs, contact Keep Liberty Beautiful at (912) 880-4888, email klcb@libertycountyga. gov, or visit Keep Liberty Beautiful, and discover how you can become part of the effort to Keep Liberty County Beautiful.

KLB is still in need of boat captains who are willing to transport our volunteers in the Annual Beach Sweep on August 15 to St. Catherine’s Island.