Sandspur Island Kayak Cleanup

Join SeaKeepers in partnering with Oleta River State Park for a kayak cleanup on Monday, June 16th from 9am-1pm! Volunteers will meet at Oleta River State Park for a guided kayak with a park ranger across the bay to Sandspur Island for an island cleanup. This popular picnic island is regularly trashed by boaters, polluting Biscayne Bay and endangering the local marine life. We need volunteers like you to help us remove debris and bring it back to shore to be properly disposed of.

Thanks to Oleta River State Park, this event is free of charge. If you are 18 years old or younger and wish to attend, you must be accompanied by an adult for the entirety of the outing. 

Volunteers should bring:

• Sunscreen
• Close-toed shoes or sandals with a back strap
• Clothes you don't mind getting wet/dirty
• Hat and sunglasses
• Bugspray
• Water in a reusable water bottle (NO SINGLE USE PLASTICS!)
• Snack (if desired!)

We will provide:

• Kayaks and paddles
• Life jackets
• Cleanup gear 
• Water refills

For any questions about the event please reach out to [email protected]. Please note the age restriction and capacity of 18 volunteers are not flexible and will not be changed. 

What Should Volunteers Bring?

• Closed Toed Shoes
• Water In Reusable Bottle
• Sunscreen
• Insect Repellent
• Hat & Sunglasses

What Will Be Provided?

• Gloves
• Garbage Bags
• Water Refills

Parking Information

Free parking is available in the lots near the kayak rental.

Meeting Spot Details

We will meet at the kayak rental shop on your left once you enter the park.

Organizer Information

The International SeaKeepers Society

Lillian Engelhard

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