September 9, 2023, 9am-noon: Lake Windsor/Mt. Trashmore – FULL
This is a land and water-based clean-up. Kayakers are responsible for their own boat and equipment unless arranged in advance. PFDs are required. Wear sturdy closed-toed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.
October 14, 2023, 9am – noon: Thalia Kayak Launch
This is a land and water-based clean-up. Kayakers are responsible for their own boat and equipment unless arranged in advance. PFDs are required. Wear sturdy closed-toed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.
November 18, 2023, 9 am – noon: TBD
This will be a land-based cleanup. Wear sturdy, close-toed shoes and weather appropriate clothing.
For more information call our office (757) 962-5398 or email Helen@LRNow.org
About LRNow Waterway Cleanups
LRNow hosts cleanups along our Virginia Beach waterways to remove marine debris, improve water quality, and keep our city’s waters healthy and safe. Cleanups may be land-based and/or water-based depending on the location chosen for any given month. Please know what type of cleanup you are signing up for so that you understand what to expect when you arrive.
Waterway cleanups occur monthly on the 2nd Saturday of each month, except December, from 9 a.m. until noon. Dates may be changed to accommodate partnership and event opportunities. A rain date may be announced for certain sites. Most cleanups are family-friendly events.
Please register if you plan to participate in a cleanup so you do not miss important information. Coordinators email details about meetup locations, dress, safety concerns and weather updates to registered participants by email.
Participants are required to provide their own kayak and PFD (required) for water-based cleanups. Larger watercraft are not appropriate due to the limitations at launch sites.
Appropriate dress and shoe wear are required. Cleanups usually occur in brushy, thorny, and muddy terrain which require full body protection. Closed-toed, sturdy shoes that can get wet and dirty should be worn for land-based cleanups. Water shoes are appropriate in kayaks only. Bare feet are never permitted. Hats, sunscreen, insect repellent and a reusable water bottle are recommended.
Cleanups are led by highly trained volunteers and staff of Lynnhaven River NOW. Directions and safety information are provided at the beginning of each cleanup event. A first aid kit is always available for minor medical needs. Any unique medical situations should be discussed with the cleanup leader before going into the field.
If dangerous weather cancels or postpones a cleanup, registered participants will receive an email by 8 a.m. the day of the cleanup.
Results of Lynnhaven River NOW’s cleanup efforts are available here.
This program is possible thanks to LRN’s dedicated Stewardship & Access Committee Volunteers.
PEARL HOMES are places where people care about our environment and want to do what they can to help protect our resources.
Lynnhaven River NOW recognizes schools providing outstanding environmental education as a Pearl School.
PEARL BUSINESSES are essential to truly move towards a more sustainable Virginia Beach and cleaner waters.
We all want to do our part to restore the health of all of our sacred waterways and protect them for future generations to enjoy.
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