July 2024 was an incredibly busy month for our community as we worked together in our neighborhood here in South Mission Beach. This effort, powered by our dedicated volunteers, highlighted both the challenges we face and the victories we achieve in maintaining our beautiful coastline.
July 2024 Clean-Up Highlights
Over the course of 28 days, one of our volunteers collected a significant amount of litter from the beach. Here’s a summary of their achievements:
Total Trash Collected: 15,193 pieces
Days of Clean-Up: 28 days
Clean-Up Area: From the South Mission Beach Jetty to Hamels at Ventura Place
The above numbers do not reflect what all of our volunteers picked up on our beaches and throughout the neighborhood.
Notable Incidents and Finds
While the primary goal of our clean-up is to remove litter, the process often uncovers a variety of interesting items and situations:
Jetty Jumps: 1 (Cars locked in the South Mission Beach Jetty, involving broken locks and damage)
Illegal Fires: 65
Special Finds:
1 DVD/VCR player (new)
1 iPad
1 phone
1 backpack
1 earbud
5 unopened liquor bottles
1 watch
5 reusable bottles
$1.45 in change
1 wetsuit
One Beach Trash Rescue Sale: Turning Beach Trash into Treasure
One of the most exciting aspects of this year's clean-up was our "Beach Trash to Treasure" initiative. Items that could be repurposed or refurbished were given a new lease on life, emphasizing sustainability and creativity.
Highlights of the Initiative:
Laundromat Trips: 7 trips with 683 items washed
Items Donated: 2,098 items
The amount of trash collected this past July underscores the importance of our ongoing clean-up efforts and community involvement. While the numbers are significant, they also reflect our volunteers' and partners' dedication and hard work.
As we move forward, let's continue to promote responsible behavior and environmental awareness to ensure our beaches remain clean and safe for everyone. Thank you to everyone who participated in and supported the July 2024 beach clean-up. Your efforts truly make a difference!
Stay tuned for more updates, and join us in our future clean-up endeavors. Together, we can make a lasting impact on our environment.
Here is a detailed list of the items picked up by just one volunteer during the month of July.
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