- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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3 people are interested
Volunteer Shell Bagging Day
ORGANIZATION: Partnership for the Delaware Estuary
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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3 people are interested
We need volunteers aged 13+ to help bag our used oyster shell on May 12th from 9:30am-4:30pm. Here are the following timeslots you can sign up for: 9:30am-1pm, 11am-2pm, and 1pm-4:30pm.
Every year more and more oyster shell is thrown away and hauled to landfills rather than returned to the water. Why might that be a big deal, you ask? Because baby oysters need those shells in order to grow big and strong! They're also excellent at cleaning our water and strengthening the coast.
That's why we've created a network of restaurants in New Castle County to collect and recycle their used oyster shells. Most restaurants are located here, in Wilmington,DE and we need to put our recycled oyster shells into bags so they can be used in restoration projects that help clean the Delaware River, like living shorelines.
**Please be aware that this event is weather dependent and occurs outdoors. This activity may be considered strenuous to some as it includes pulling, lifting, shoveling, and bending. Please wear weather appropriate clothing and close-toed shoes. We also advise that you bring a hat or other sun protection and water. Light refreshments will be available, however you can bring a packed lunch if you'd like.
This event is also an opportunity for Water Warriors to play a role in protecting one of our most precious resources: water. Water Warriors are volunteers that take part in activities that advocate for clean water funding in Delaware and attend training sessions hosted by Clean Water Alliance Members. From getting out on our local waterways and volunteering for a clean up; to learning about the legislative process and how all citizens can engage with elected officials and the media to advocate for clean water, we have trainings for everyone! Click here for more information.
Thank YOU for helping the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary's mission to lead science-based and collaborative efforts to improve the tidal Delaware River and Bay.
Please contact Sarah Morales at smorales@delawareestuary.org for more information. Additional details like meeting location will be provided closer to the event date.
More opportunities with Partnership for the Delaware Estuary
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About Partnership for the Delaware Estuary
Location:
110 South Poplar Street, Suite 202, Wilmington, DE 19801, US
Mission Statement
The Partnership for the Delaware Estuary leads science-based and collaborative efforts to improve the tidal Delaware River and Bay, which spans Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.
Description
The Partnership for the Delaware Estuary brings together people, businesses, and governments to restore and protect the Delaware River and Bay. We are the only organization that focuses on the entire environment affecting the river and bay - beginning at Trenton, including the greater Philadelphia metropolitan area, and ending in Cape May, New Jersey and Lewes, Delaware. We focus on science, encourage collaboration, and implement programs that help restore the natural vitality of the river and bay, benefiting the plants, wildlife, people, and businesses that rely on a healthy estuary.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
110 S. Poplar St.Wilmington, DE 19801
DATE POSTED
April 23, 2018
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 13
- 3 Hours