Palm Coast will host their annual Waterway Cleanup on September 9th starting at 8 AM.
Registration is currently open to participate in the 16th Annual Intracoastal Waterway Cleanup on Saturday, September 9 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event attracts volunteers with a passion for protecting and enjoying nature by removing the trash within their developments or along city paths, walkways, and waterways.
Participation in the event is not restricted to those on foot. Boaters are encouraged to volunteer to work in saltwater canals and intracoastal waterways while walkers can clear the paths and trails alongside the waterway.
On the day of the event, Sept. 9, volunteers will meet at the Palm Coast Community Center and will receive a t-shirt, trash bags, gloves, and a safety sheet. Trash can be placed in dumpsters at select city parks and under the toll bridge.
Following the completion of the trash clean-up, volunteers will gather back at the Palm Coast Community Center for a reception where prizes will be given to volunteers for pounds of trash collected and the most unique find.
Students and youth organizations such as boy/girl scouts can get community service hours for volunteering. Forms must be signed by an event organizer. The troop leader or supervisor can reach out to event staff member Jordan Myers.
Those interested must pre-register at parksandrec.fun and select the Special Events tab.
Friends of A1A & Partners host the International Coastal Cleanup on September 16th at 8 AM.
Following the Waterway Cleanup, the next weekend is the Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup. Join participants from around the world in making an impact on the beaches and waterways in your community. Friends of A1A have been organizing the cleanups in St. Johns and Flagler counties for nearly 20 years, offering a dozen locations to choose from along the 72 miles of A1A.
Visit www.A1ABeachCleanup.org to register. Teams and individuals welcome. Perfect for students needing community service hours and clubs, civic organizations, church groups and neighbors. Friends of A1A will provide the supplies at the check-in site. All you have to do is show up and give an hour of your time. Areas of greatest need in Flagler County include the Hammock area and Marineland River to Sea Preserve.
Select your location and register at www.A1ABeachCleanup.org. Be sure to check out the 2nd Annual Trash to Treasure Art Contest!
