is collected but rather what kinds of
is collected but rather what kinds of trash. That information can be used to implement better management prac- tices to combat the specific issues encountered at each beach, Some beaches simply need larger, more visible signs that indicate littering is not allowed whereas others might benefit from small recycling centers that can recycle the trash that accu- mulates on the beach. Coast Weeks ends October 31st, but if you haven’t had a chance to come out to cleanup, there are still many more to come. Keeping the beach clean is a year-round task. For more information, contact Howard Forbes Jr (VIMAS Coordinator) @ (340) 513-7203 or howard.forbes@live.uvi.edu. September 20th, 2014 marked the beginning of Coast Weeks, a nationwide initiative set forth by The Ocean Conservancy to mobilize com- munities in the fight for trash free seas. The issue of marine debris and coastal pollution might seem over- whelming but it is entirely preventable. Through Coast Weeks, volunteers have assembled on all three islands in the V.I . …
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is collected but rather what kinds of trash. That information can be used to implement better management prac- tices to combat the specific issues encountered at each beach, Some beaches simply need larger, more visible signs that indicate littering is not allowed whereas others might benefit from small recycling centers that can recycle the trash that accu- mulates on the beach. Coast Weeks ends October 31st, but if you haven’t had a chance to come out to cleanup, there are still many more to come. Keeping the beach clean is a year-round task. For more information, contact Howard Forbes Jr (VIMAS Coordinator) @ (340) 513-7203 or howard.forbes@live.uvi.edu. September 20th, 2014 marked the beginning of Coast Weeks, a nationwide initiative set forth by The Ocean Conservancy to mobilize com- munities in the fight for trash free seas. The issue of marine debris and coastal pollution might seem over- whelming but it is entirely preventable. Through Coast Weeks, volunteers have assembled on all three islands in the V.I . to improve the condition of our beaches; making them safer not just for beach-goers but marine life as well. Sea turtles are amongst some of the most susceptible marine animals to plastic bags; mistaking them for jellyfish resulting in injury or death. Since the kick-off event on September 20th, there have been more than ten cleanups on St. Thomas, St. Croix, and St. John collectively. This year, more than 100 volunteers have pledged their time to assist with the cause in St. Thomas and with several more beach cleanups scheduled, the number of volunteers this year is expected to increase. In 2013, approximately 8,000 pounds of trash was collected from the Virgin Islands. Keep in mind though, it’s not about how much trash Beach cleanup highlights: Upcoming Beach Cleanups (St. Thomas) Coast Weeks in Full Swing 2014 National Park Road (8:30 AM—11:30 AM) October 25th: Mandahl Bay (9:00 AM—12:00 PM) October 11th: Red Hook Salt Pond (8:30 AM—12:00 PM) October 11th: Brewer’s Bay Beach (8:30 AM—12:00 PM) October 21st: Vessup, Secret Harbor, Virgin Islands Marine and Advisory Service UVI Newsletter October 2014 Fig 1: Group photo after the Coki Point / Water Bay cleanup. Fig 2: Howard Forbes Jr (left), Cheryl Petsche (middle), and Emoi Petersen (right), collecting and recording trash as they walk the shoreline of Brewer’s Bay Beach. “It’s not about how much trash is collected but rather what kinds of trash…” Find us on the web @ http://vimas.uvi.edu Follow us on @UVI_VIMAS