GREER: Join us for a fun-filled, educational day at Lake Robinson while learning where Greer’s drinking water begins. The event on Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm is free for all ages and will feature educational exhibits, lunch, kayaking, inflatables, outdoor yoga, and much more. Lake Robinson’s address is: 2544 Mays Bridge Road, Greer SC 29651.
“Lake Robinson is not just a scenic, recreational asset for the Greer area—it is a vital source of drinking water for our community and beyond. It’s essential that customers understand how these bodies of water support not only public health through clean water supply, but also contribute to our local economy,” said Stephen Kennette, Water Filter Plant Manager at Greer CPW.
In addition to the fun activities, attendees are encouraged to bring food and household items for Greer Relief, an agency providing rent, utility, food, and household supply assistance to neighbors in need. Items on the wish list include: pasta, pasta sauce, canned fruit, canned beans, canned vegetables, peanut butter, toilet paper, laundry soap, body wash, dish soap, household cleaner, and toothpaste.
“Community events like Lake Robinson Day show how deeply connected we are as neighbors. Just as clean water is essential for life, so are the basic needs we provide every day—food, household supplies, and stability for families in crisis. We are grateful that CPW is being a good neighbor by encouraging attendees to bring donations that help us continue this mission. Every can of food, every household item, every small act of giving makes a big difference for the neighbors we serve,” said Caroline Robertson, Greer Relief Executive Director.
In addition to the activities listed above, there will be more than 25 exhibitors, tree giveaways, rain barrel workshop, and blood drive. The rain barrel workshop is the only cost associated with the event and will be run through the Watershed Ecology Center. All food waste items will be composted to reduce the amount of trash going to the landfill – further solidifying our message we can all take steps to protect the environment.
Water Education – Learn more about Greer’s drinking water through our area partners. Confirmed attendees include: BMW Charity Pro-am Sustainability, SC Aquarium, Greenville Water, Greer Fire, Greer Parks, Rec and Tourism, Greer Public Services, Greer Stormwater, Greater Greenville Master Gardeners, Greenville County Litter Ends Here, Greenville Soil and Water, Greenville County Emergency Management, Greer Rotary, Just Say Something, Spartanburg County Soil and Water, Sustaining Way, TreesUpstate and the Tyger River Foundation.
Kayaking – Enjoy free kayaking courtesy of Cole’s Bait Shop. Participants will be required to sign a waiver and will be provided with a size appropriate life jacket. Kayaks are first come, first served.
Bounce Houses – Kids can enjoy a bounce castle and obstacle course at Lake Robinson Day.
Blood Drive – Donors are encouraged to sign up through The Blood Connection at this link. Donors will receive $40 in eGift cards through The Blood Connection.
Tree Giveaway – Visit the TreesUpstate booth to receive a free tree while supplies last! Don’t forget to call 811 before you dig to have underground utility lines marked.
Outdoor Yoga – Join fitness instructor, Lauren Crabtree Anderson, for a free outdoor yoga session on the large shelter overlooking Lake Robinson starting at 10:30 am. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and bring their own yoga mat and water bottle. This 45-minute session is perfect for all skill levels and will leave you feeling refreshed, stretched, and ready to tackle your day! The yoga event is capped at 40 participants and yogis should sign up at this link.
Lunch – Join us for lunch on the lawn from 11:45 am – 1:30 pm featuring a burger bar from Wild Ace. Free meal tickets are limited so please reserve your free ticket using this link. The link will be disabled once we reach our maximum number of tickets. We encourage you to still show up in the event someone registers but is unable to attend.
Rain Barrel Workshop – Rain barrels are a great way to prevent erosion and capture water for your plants and garden. The Watershed Ecology Center is working to distribute rain barrels to the Greer CPW territory while keeping these items out of the landfill. For a fee of $50 you’ll receive a 55-gallon barrel previously used for syrup at Coca-Cola and a conversion kit. Please register using this link and pay online for your barrel. No barrels will be sold the day of the event.