Join us for a cleanup of New Pass at City Island / Ken Thompson Park, where we will tackle the shoreline above and below the water. We will be removing marine debris and lost fishing gear to reduce bird and marine animal entanglement while maintaining a healthy habitat and fishing environment for all.
We will be getting together for drinks and lunch afterward. Place TBD!
They are looking for certified divers, experienced jet skiers, kayakers and “topside” volunteers. Students will receive community service hours. Every volunteer must complete a general waiver. The link is at the bottom of this page.
Divers: Must be certified and supply their own equipment. Must be comfortable in poor-visibility. Must bring dive card to event. Bring gloves appropriate for diving and picking up possible sharp objects. Bring cutters and lift bags if you have them. Complete the general waiver in the link below. Divers only – fill out, sign and bring this diving waiver with you (in addition to completing the general registration/waver in the link below.)
Jet Skiers: Will help communicate with the divers and assist in debris transfer from the divers to the collection site. Must provide own jet ski. Space is limited to 3 jet skiers. Complete the general waiver.
Kayakers: Will help communicate with the divers and assist in debris transfer from the divers to the collection site. Space is limited to 6 Kayaks. Complete the general waiver.
Topside helpers: Be prepared to get dirty! Will retrieve trash from the pier and surrounding areas Measure, weight and bag debris Return entrapped sea life to the water Must wear closed-toe shoes Complete the general waiver.
Clothes that protect legs and arms is recommended. Bring a water bottle and sunscreen. We will provide gloves and bags for the topside crew.
For questions about this opportunity, please contact Ronda Ryan at (941) 232-2363.
General Waiver must be filled out by every volunteer. Click here to visit the event page and register for whichever volunteer opportunity you qualify for!
