Eighth Annual Intracoastal Waterway Cleanup: Results & Achievements

Learn about the results of the Eighth Annual Intracoastal Waterway Cleanup held on September 5, 2015, which aimed to reduce pollution in city waterways, increase volunteer participation, and enhance community experiences. The event covered 26 miles of saltwater canals and 2 miles of the Intracoastal Waterway. Safety measures were emphasized, and volunteers had the chance to participate both on land and by water. Sponsorships and donations from various organizations supported the event, including the partnership with Pelican Pete for environmental awareness initiatives. The success of the cleanup was reflected in the high participation numbers and positive feedback received.

• Waterway Cleanup
• Pollution Reduction
• Volunteer Participation
• Community Engagement
• Environmental Awareness

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1. Eighth Annual Intracoastal Waterway Cleanup Results What Will You F.I.N.D.? September 5, 2015

2. Event Objectives Reduce pollution in City Waterways and beyond Increase participation while focusing on Volunteer safety and convenience Expand Volunteer experiences, increase sponsorships, and HAVE FUN! Strategic Action Plan Objective 5:1 Enhance community and visitors recreational opportunities and experiences at community events

3. Reduce Pollution 26 miles of saltwater canals & over 2 miles of Intracoastal Waterway Expand Awareness Conducted in conjunction with International Coastal Cleanup Day

4. Safety , Safety , Safety Safety sheet included in each cleanup kit Event Orientation and early kit pickup Staff patrols cleanup locations during event providing water and direct assistance

5. Our Mascots Make a Splash! 2014

6. Our 2015 Mascot Name the Pelican ~ Facebook Campaign Scoop HOPE >130 names Sir Pick-up-a- lot Palmer 176 votes Winner (41 votes) Roddy Recycle Phillup DeBag Pick Up Ponce Peliclean

7. 2015 Sponsors and Donations F.I.N.D. Funky Pelican Knopf Family Ripple Effect EcoTours Cline Home Depot Construction Marineland Dolphin Adventure Stone Engineering Group Publix Tropical Kayaks Waste Pro Pelican Pete

8. (NEW) Pelican Pete Special Edition Appreciation to FIND Supporting Local Authors Environmental Awareness Prizes CHIRP Program

9. Volunteer Experiences By Land

10. Volunteer Experiences By Water

11. How Did We Do? 2772.5 2917.5 3000 2418.5 2217 2500 1956.5 1957 1911 1708.5 1753 2000 1576 1329 1300 1215.5 1244 1500 1064 Total of all events = 8.7 tons collected!!! 780 665.5 1000 713 588 582 572 520 501 468 455 260.5 286 500 98 1876 536 812 1064 0 Volunteers Recycle Garbage Total Pounds 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

12. What Did We F.I.N.D.? Aquarium Bike and car tires AC Unit Cover Car keys Vehicle fender Cleats Speaker Hub cap Campaign sign Weed eater part Fencing Oyster covered sandals

13. Door Prizes Everyone is a Winner

14. The Big Winners Are Most Unique F.I.N.D. Contest Bob Wagaman Most Pounds Collected Contest Boy Scout Troop 472 approximately 400 Pounds

15. QUESTIONS???