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Thursday July 10, 2025 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
River to Sea Preserve Beach Access
Join Matanzas Riverkeeper for Nurdle Patrol along the beautiful shores of Marineland Beach! Plastic pellet (nurdles) releases to the environment have likely been occurring since the mass production of plastic began in the 1950s. The Nurdle Patrol data collected by community scientists are showing high concentrations of pellets at beaches, riverbanks, at plastic manufacturing sites, along railroads used for transporting pellets, at distribution centers, and at processing plants.
RSVP for July's Nurdle Patrol here.
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Saturday July 26, 2025 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
St. Johns County Public Library: Anastasia Island Branch
Join Matanzas Riverkeeper and Florida Humanities for an insightful presentation by Dr. Victoria Machado, entitled “Exploring Florida’s Sacred Waters”.
Through an exploration of historical attitudes towards water and an analysis of current environmental activism, Dr. Machado will illuminate the intricate cultural bonds that exist between Floridians and their water bodies, revealing the diverse range of environmental stewardship practices that arise from these profound connections.
Please RSVP here so we know how many to expect.
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Thursday August 7, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
River to Sea Preserve Beach Access
Join Matanzas Riverkeeper for Nurdle Patrol along the beautiful shores of Marineland Beach! Plastic pellet (nurdles) releases to the environment have likely been occurring since the mass production of plastic began in the 1950s. The Nurdle Patrol data collected by community scientists are showing high concentrations of pellets at beaches, riverbanks, at plastic manufacturing sites, along railroads used for transporting pellets, at distribution centers, and at processing plants.
RSVP for August's Nurdle Patrol here.
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Tuesday September 9, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Genung's Fish Camp
The Litter Gitter program, an initiative by Matanzas Riverkeeper, engages community members in hands-on efforts to clean our waterways and educate them about marine debris and litter issues. The namesake of the program is the Litter Gitter II, a bright yellow, 24-foot Carolina skiff designed for efficient removal of large volumes of debris.
Through this program, we aim to keep our local waterways clean and healthy, while offering volunteers a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible impact.
RSVP for September's Public Litter Gitter trip here.
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Wednesday October 22, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Vilano Landing
The Litter Gitter program, an initiative by Matanzas Riverkeeper, engages community members in hands-on efforts to clean our waterways and educate them about marine debris and litter issues. The namesake of the program is the Litter Gitter II, a bright yellow, 24-foot Carolina skiff designed for efficient removal of large volumes of debris.
Through this program, we aim to keep our local waterways clean and healthy, while offering volunteers a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible impact.
RSVP for October's Public Litter Gitter trip here.
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Thursday November 6, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Genung's Fish Camp
The Litter Gitter program, an initiative by Matanzas Riverkeeper, engages community members in hands-on efforts to clean our waterways and educate them about marine debris and litter issues. The namesake of the program is the Litter Gitter II, a bright yellow, 24-foot Carolina skiff designed for efficient removal of large volumes of debris.
Through this program, we aim to keep our local waterways clean and healthy, while offering volunteers a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible impact.
RSVP for November's Public Litter Gitter trip here.
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Wednesday December 17, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Bing's Landing
The Litter Gitter program, an initiative by Matanzas Riverkeeper, engages community members in hands-on efforts to clean our waterways and educate them about marine debris and litter issues. The namesake of the program is the Litter Gitter II, a bright yellow, 24-foot Carolina skiff designed for efficient removal of large volumes of debris.
Through this program, we aim to keep our local waterways clean and healthy, while offering volunteers a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible impact.
RSVP for December's Public Litter Gitter trip here.
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