Diving for a Cleaner Tomorrow

Diving for a Cleaner Future, Protecting Our Lakes Together

Underwater Ozarks is a dedicated non-profit based in the beautiful Ozark region. Committed to ecological health and sustainability, we organize volunteer scuba diving cleanups to remove litter from freshwater lakes. By promoting biodiversity and fostering a community of environmental stewardship, we aim to preserve the pristine aquatic environments of the Ozarks for future generations.

Meet Our Dive Heroes

Discover our passionate team of divers dedicated to preserving the Ozarks’ aquatic beauty.

Patrick Wheeler, Executive Director and Founder of Underwater Ozarks

Patrick Wheeler

Executive Director and Founder

Somebody needed to do it.

Emily Smith

Event Coordinator

Organizes and promotes events to engage the community in underwater cleanups.

Jessica Brown

Secretary

Take notes.

Jonathan Davis

Treasurer

Make the money, spend the money.

Michael Williams

Community Outreach

Builds partnerships and fosters community support for our environmental initiatives.

Robert Wilson

Research Analyst

Conducts research to monitor and assess the impact of our cleanup efforts.

Jessica Brown

Environmental Advocate

Championing the cause of ecological sustainability and aquatic health in the Ozarks.

Emily Smith

Event Coordinator

Organizes and promotes events to engage the community in underwater cleanups.

Dive into action with us

Join Underwater Ozarks to safeguard our freshwater lakes. Together, we enhance ecological health and foster community stewardship.