Seventh Annual Intracoastal Waterway Cleanup Results - What Will You Find?
The Seventh Annual Intracoastal Waterway Cleanup in September 2014 focused on reducing pollution in city waterways and beyond, increasing participation with a focus on volunteer safety and convenience, and expanding volunteer experiences. The event covered 26 miles of saltwater canals and over 2 miles of the Intracoastal Waterway, aiming to raise awareness in conjunction with International Coastal Cleanup Day. Various community groups, organizations, sponsors, and donors supported the cause, ensuring a safe and engaging experience for volunteers. The event also featured a mascot-naming campaign, volunteer experiences by land and water, and a dedicated event headquarters with air conditioning. Overall, it was a successful initiative with increasing participation and positive feedback over the years.
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Seventh Annual Intracoastal Waterway Cleanup Results What Will You F.I.N.D.? September 6, 2014
Event Objectives Reduce pollution in City Waterways and beyond Increase participation while focusing on Volunteer safety and convenience Expand Volunteer experiences
Reduce Pollution 26 miles of saltwater canals & over 2 miles of Intracoastal Waterway Expand Awareness Conducted in conjunction with International Coastal Cleanup Day
Increase Participation Community Groups & Organizations Event website & Social Media Families Volunteer support Sponsors & Donations Contest & Prizes
2014 Sponsors and Donations Sea Grant Ripple Effect EcoTours Tropical Kayaks Florida Inland Navigation District Waste Pro Marineland Dolphin Adventure UF IFAS Extension
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
Our 2014 Mascot Name the Crab ~ Facebook Campaign Fiddler Cleancoaster Pinch de Leon 40 names George (Da Garbage) Grappler Lord Mcfiddleston 131 votes Dr. Norman Fiddler Young Palmcrabulous Fiddler Freddie Sandy Claws
Event Headquarters (NEW!) We Love the Air Conditioning!!!
How Did We Do? 2719.5 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2772.5 3000 2418.5 2217 2500 1956.5 1957 1708.5 1911 1753 1576 2000 1215.5 1329 1300 1244 1500 1064 665.5 780 1000 713 588 582 455 572 506 520 468 260.5 286 500 98 0 Recycle Garbage Volunteers Total Pounds
What Did We F.I.N.D.? Elmo flip flop Decorative cat clock Circuit board Buoy Sling shot Lawn chair Car mirror Dog collar Football VHS Tape Backpack Intracoastal Waterway Cleanup Bottle
The Winners Are Most Unique F.I.N.D. Contest Emily Knutson Most Pounds Collected Contest Boy Scout Troop 281 & Cub Scout Pack 281 approximately 800 Pounds
