The New England Coastal Wildlife Alliance (NECWA at www.necwa.org), in conjunction with Captain John Whale Watching and Fishing Tours (www.captjohn.com) participates in beach cleanups that are part of COASTSWEEP (www.coastsweep.umb.edu), the Commonwealth’s annual coastal cleanup program, organized by the Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management and the Urban Harbors Institute of the University of Massachusetts Boston. This year, NECWA and Captain John Boats will be participating in a COASTSWEEP cleanup at Scusset Beach located within the Scusset Beach State Reservation. This beach cleanup date is scheduled for Saturday, October 23, 2010 from 9 am – 11 am. Our rain date will be Sunday, October 24, 2010 from 9 am until 11 am. For additional information, please contact Dominica Webster at 765-610-9882 or Krill Carson at 508-566-0009. You can learn more about the COASTSWEEP program by visiting the COASTSWEEP website: www.coastsweep.umb.edu or by calling the Urban Harbors Institute at 617-287-5570.
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COASTSWEEP in Provincetown
The Provincetown Center for Coastal Studies (PCCS) invites volunteers to participate in a beach cleanup of Long Point in Provincetown at 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 25. PCCS will lead volunteers as part of COASTSWEEP, the state-wide beach cleanup sponsored by CZM and the Urban Harbors Institute at UMass Boston.
Marine debris is a serious problem facing our oceans and coasts. It degrades coastal and marine vistas, harms wildlife, introduces toxins and chemicals into our water, destroys habitats and can directly affect human health.
Meet in front of the PCCS kiosk on MacMillan Pier in Provincetown. Flyer’s Boat Rental Provincetown will shuttle volunteers free of charge to and from Long Point and Napi’s restaurant will provide lunch to all participants immediately following the cleanup.
Please register by calling Jesse Mechling at 508.487.3623, ext.103; jmechling@coastalstudies.org.
COASTSWEEP 2010
COASTSWEEP, the state-wide beach cleanup sponsored by CZM and the Urban Harbors Institute at UMass Boston, will kick off its 23rd year on September 25 at Lynn Shore & Nahant Beach Reservation. Thousands of volunteers throughout Massachusetts turn out each year for this event, which is part of an international campaign organized by The Ocean Conservancy in Washington, DC. Participants all over the world collect marine debris and record what they find. This information is then used to help reduce future marine debris problems. Cleanups will be scheduled throughout eastern Massachusetts in September and October. To participate or organize a cleanup, go to the COASTSWEEP website or checkout COASTSWEEP on Facebook.
COASTSWEEP 2010
COASTSWEEP, the state-wide beach cleanup sponsored by CZM and the UHI, will kick off its 23rd year on September 25. Volunteers throughout Massachusetts turn out in large numbers each year for this event, which is part of an international campaign organized by The Ocean Conservancy in Washington, DC. Participants all over the world collect marine debris and record what they find. This information is then used to help reduce future marine debris problems. Cleanups will be scheduled throughout September and October. To get involved, see the COASTSWEEP website or check out COASTSWEEP on Facebook.
COASTSWEEP Beach Cleanup at Scusset Beach, Massachusetts
Please join the New England Coastal Wildlife Alliance (NECWA) and Capt. John Boats for a beach cleanup at Scusset Beach this Saturday, October 24, 1:30-3: 30PM 140 Scusset Beach Rd, Buzzards Bay MA. Rain Date is Sunday Oct. 25, 9-11AM. This cleanup effort is part of Coastsweep, the beach-wide cleanup effort by the State. This cleanup effort is a family event where everyone can participate and have good CLEAN fun! NECWA staff and biologists from Capt. John Boats out of Plymouth will also provide a beach walk for those interested in learning more about our seashore. Dress for the weather. All cleanup materials will be provided including plastic bags, plastic gloves, data sheets, pencils and clipboards. Meet at the parking lot at Scusset Beach on Cape Cod Bay.
For more information or if you have any questions, please contact Carol “Krill” Carson at 508-566-0009/ krillcarson@mac.com
For more information or if you have any questions, please contact Carol “Krill” Carson at 508-566-0009/ krillcarson@mac.com
COASTSWEEP Needs Volunteers
COASTSWEEP, the Massachusetts annual coastal cleanup program, is looking for volunteers to coordinate cleanup events this fall. Cleanup events can be held any time during September and October. All supplies will be provided. For more information on COASTSWEEP and how to participate, visit www.coastsweep.umb.edu or email Coastsweep@umb.edu.