A Powerful Earth Day!
Turkey Creek, Palm Bay, Florida, Image by George Campbell
April 26, 2025, In celebration of Earth Day, 220 GWA volunteers removed 2,114 pounds of trash and debris from 23 miles of Indian River Lagoon shorelines. Thank you to the many sponsors and contributing partners for making this impactful event possible!
Environmental Impact
Removing over one ton of trash directly improves water quality and habitat health for hundreds of species, including endangered ones like manatees.
Debris removal prevents plastics and other pollutants from breaking down into harmful microplastics or leaching toxins into the waterways.
This effort is vital for wildlife safety, reducing the risk of entanglement and ingestion by fish, birds, and marine mammals.
Data & Advocacy.
This cleanup is unique because we tabulate and collect actionable data. The volume and type of trash collected can inform local policy and prevention efforts (e.g., banning balloon releases or improving stormwater management practices).
Community Engagement
Mobilizing 220 volunteers fosters a sense of stewardship, educates the public, and builds momentum for continued environmental action.
This community awareness event demonstrates to local leaders and residents that the community values the Indian River Lagoon and is committed to protecting it.
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Success Starts With You
Thank you to all the sponsors, partners, and especially the volunteers who made this event a tremendous success!
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Thank you to George Campbell and the many participants who helped share our impact with images from the Indian River Lagoon Earth Day Cleanup.
Save The Date!
We look forward to what we can accomplish with you at our next large-scale cleanup, Saturday, September 20, 2025.
Improving our planet is fun! Are you ready to engage? We empower you to become a contributor to the cause. With your help, we will enhance our natural water resources and green spaces through community engagement, education, sustainable practices, and innovative solutions.