The Gulf Islands National Seashore is seeking volunteers to participate in the annual International Coastal Cleanup on Saturday, September 21, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Coordinated by the Ocean Conservancy, the International Coastal Cleanup is a worldwide event that will take place at the following nearby locations:
- Pensacola Bay at Project Greenshores – Site contact: Beth L. Fugate, (950) 595-0683
- Pensacola Beach, Park East – Site contact: Shauna Jones, (850) 777-8655
- Pensacola Beach, Park West – Site contact: Sharon Gincauskas, (850) 450-1112
- University of West Florida – Site contact: Dr. Alexis Janosik, [email protected]
Gulf Islands National Seashore – Site contact: Mike Aymond, (850) 934-2634
- Santa Rosa Area – Opal Beach, Gulf of Mexico
- Johnson Beach – Meet at picnic area
- Fort Pickens – Langdon Beach, Gulf of Mexico
Coastal cleanup volunteers are advised to wear closed-toe shoes, gloves, sunscreen, hats and to bring water to stay hydrated. Park entrance fees will be waived for volunteers assisting with the Coastal Cleanup.
For more information, call ranger Mike Aymond at (850) 934-2634 or email [email protected].
