October 2025 Cleanup

When
Where
Lignumvitae Key Botanical State Park

77200 Overseas Hwy
Islamorada FL 33036

Directions

Location in park

Fees

Free for participants.

Description

October 2025 - Second Saturday Cleanup (SSC): On the second Saturday of each month, we will have a marine debris cleanup inside the boundaries of our state park. This month we will be at Lignumvitae Key, combing the shoreline and mangrove roots for marine debris. Space is limited to only 15 volunteers and pre-registration is required. The minimum age requirements are 18 years old and up or 13 - 17 years old with a guardian. Please email Robert.Herald@FloridaDEP.gov by 1:00 p.m. on October 9, 2025 to signup. Next Steps: Within a few days of sending your signup email, you will receive a confirmation email with additional event information. Precautionary and Needs: All volunteers must be able to enter and exit watercraft onto uneven/wet terrain. All volunteers shall be able to walk on uneven terrain including mangrove roots and rocky coastline. All volunteers must be able to get shoes wet as well as prepare to get fully wet and be able to swim. All volunteers must prepare for mosquitos, biting flies, sunshine, heat, and humidity.

Contact
robert.herald@floridadep.gov