Lake Mitchell Residents Directory

Every two years HOBO prints a directory of contact information of all lake residents.  The directory also includes a list of HOBO Officers and Area Representatives, important safety contact information, plus ads by local sponsors and businesses. The directory is provided at no additional charge to paid HOBO members.  

"Renew Our Rivers" Lake Cleanups

Twice a year HOBO and Alabama Power sponsor a lake clean-up event. Participants meet at Higgins Ferry Public Pavilion early on a Saturday morning and then leave in teams by boat to fan out across the lake collecting trash from the water. Since the beginning of this program we have removed thousands of pounds of bottles, cups, trash, appliances, and other debris from the lake.
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Marine 9 Fire and Rescue Boat

HOBO originally purchased and maintains the Marine 9 Fire and Rescue Boat. The fireboat is now owned and operated by the East Chilton Volunteer Fire Department and is available to respond to fire emergencies along the lake shore.
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Fourth of July Fireworks & Parades

The Fourth of July on Lake Mitchell is always a special time.  At nine o'clock everyone gathers by boat in Cargile Creek to form a floating flotilla.  As patriotic music rings out, viewers are treated to a spectacular fireworks show above the lake.
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Annual Picnic 

Each spring HOBO sponsors a picnic at Higgins Ferry Pavilion for all residents on the lake.  HOBO provides the meat, drinks and paper goods and everyone brings a side dish.  The food is always wonderful and it is a great opportunity to get to know fellow residents on the lake.
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Scholarships & Grants Program

HOBO awards  two scholarship each year to deserving high school seniors  from Coosa or Chilton County plus grants to local teachers for deserving projects for their classrooms.
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Poker Run

HOBO sponsors an annual  family-friendly Poker Run across the lake.  In addition to a great day of laughter and fun on the lake, the event raises thousands of dollars to support the Scholarships & Grants Program.
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Water Quality Monitoring

The health of any lake depends upon its water quality.  HOBO volunteers regularly test the water for dissolved oxygen levels, pH, temperature and other parameters to monitor the status of Lake Mitchell.
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Fish Habitat Enhancement
Periodically HOBO volunteers and Alabama Power representatives replenish fish habitats with recycled Christmas trees.  Workers bundle the trees, load them onto barges, and sink them at various locations in the lake.  Each spot is recorded with GPS coordinates so that fisherman can find the habitats later.
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