Join SOLV Volunteers Saturday March 26 from 10am to 1pm for the Spring 2011 Oregon Beach Cleanup!
SOLV (Stop Oregon Litter and Vandalism) is calling for volunteers this Saturday, March 26 to help clean and protect our beaches and marine life. SOLV is a non-profit organization based in Oregon that brings together volunteers to implement improvement projects throughout the state; the organization primarily focuses on litter cleanup, tree planting, and invasive removal projects.
SOLV Volunteers gather twice each year along the Oregon coast from the Washington to California borders to clean up and protect our beaches. Marine debris damages ocean ecosystems, wildlife, and coastal economies. To read more about the importance of removing plastics and marine debris from our beaches, click here.
Find out more about this Oregon tradition and sign up to volunteer here.
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SOLV suggests all volunteers bring raingear, wear sturdy shoes and stay safe. They also we encourage volunteers to help reduce the environmental footprint of the cleanup event itself and bring the following:
- Bring a bucket or reusable bag to reduce the amount of plastic trash bags used
- Bring an old colander to sift the tide lines for bite-sized bits of plastic
- Bring a pair of gardening gloves to reduce use of plastic gloves
- Bring a reusable water bottle and/or coffee mug
- Carpool and use public transportation where possible
- Plan ahead and pack a “trash-free” lunch
- Send SOLV your stories of efforts to achieve a personal zero waste to landfill day!
- Please avoid Western Snowy Plover habitat. Stay outside of roped areas, and keep your pets leashed.
- Steer clear of California sea lions for your safety and your pets. Increasing numbers are reported to be infected with a harmful bacteria.
To report stranded marine mammals call 1-800-452-7888. Never turn your back to the sea!