A community event aimed at highlighting the global water crisis will take place on March 18 at the Gen. George F. Schlatter Veterans Memorial Amphitheater on the Eastern Florida State College Cocoa campus. The Cocoa Walk for Water runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and invites residents, students, and families to participate in a walk around Clearlake while learning about water conservation.
The event, organized by local groups, focuses on educating attendees about the challenges faced by communities worldwide in accessing safe drinking water. Participants will walk partially around Clearlake, a local landmark, to draw attention to the issue. Organizers say the walk is designed to connect personal actions with global impact.
The walk is part of a larger effort to promote water conservation practices. Educational materials will be available at the amphitheater, and volunteers will share information about water scarcity and solutions. The event is free and open to all, with no registration required.
The Gen. George F. Schlatter Veterans Memorial Amphitheater, located on the EFSC Cocoa campus, will serve as the starting point for the walk. Clearlake, a 175-acre freshwater lake in Cocoa, is a focal point for the activity. Weather conditions on the day of the event are expected to be mild, with temperatures in the mid-70s.
Local organizers emphasize that the event is not just about awareness but also about fostering community engagement. Similar walks have been held in other parts of the country, but this is the first in Brevard County. The walk ends at the amphitheater, where attendees can stay for additional information sessions.