Watson Island Community Cleanup

Watson Island Community Cleanup

Join SeaKeepers and Run Little Havana as we join forces to remove marine debris from the mangrove-covered shoreline of Watson Island on Sunday, July 12, from 10AM-12PM!

Run Little Havana is a run club focused on creating an accessible and inclusive fitness community in Little Havana and the greater Miami area by offering free run meetups, community building events and health empowerment activities. SeaKeepers is proud to partner with RLH once again in an effort to reduce the impact of marine debris on Miami's shorelines while building a community of eco-conscious, active and empowered volunteers! See the details below:

Waiver: To participate in the cleanup, all volunteers must complete the mandatory Liability and Appearance Release Waiver HERE.

Meeting spot: Look for the blue SeaKeepers tent near public parking Lot 70 next to Miami Yacht Club and Jungle Island, located at 1101 MacArthur Cswy, Miami, FL 33132. Check in using the QR code to confirm your attendance and make sure you have completed the liability waiver before grabbing your cleanup gear!

Parking: Free parking will be available for volunteers in the Jungle Island parking garage located at 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, FL 33132. A QR code will be distributed to registered volunteers via email prior to the event to waive the cost of parking in the garage. 

What to bring: 

  • Hat and sunglasses
  • Close toed shoes
  • Sun protective/athletic clothing
  • Water in a REUSABLE water bottle

We will provide:

  • Water refills
  • Gloves and pickers
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Community Service Hours
  • A great time!

For any questions or concerns, please contact lillian@seakeepers.org. Claim a ticket to reserve your spot, and keep an eye on your email for more information ahead of the event!

What Should Volunteers Bring?

  • Closed Toed Shoes
  • Hat & Sunglasses
  • Insect Repellent
  • Sunscreen
  • Water In Reusable Bottle

What Will Be Provided?

  • Buckets
  • Garbage Bags
  • Gloves
  • Pickers
  • Water Refills

Parking Information

Free parking will be available for volunteers in the Jungle Island parking garage located at 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, FL 33132. A QR code will be distributed to registered volunteers via email prior to the event to waive the cost of parking in the garage. 

Meeting Spot Details

Meet us at the blue SeaKeepers branded tent next to Lot 70 located at 1099 MacArthur Cswy, Miami, FL 33132, next to Miami Yacht Club and Jungle Island.

Organizer Information

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The International SeaKeepers Society

Lillian Engelhard

July 12

Watson Island Community Cleanup

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About This Event

Join SeaKeepers and Run Little Havana as we join forces to remove marine debris from the mangrove-covered shoreline of Watson Island on Sunday, July 12, from 10AM-12PM!

Run Little Havana is a run club focused on creating an accessible and inclusive fitness community in Little Havana and the greater Miami area by offering free run meetups, community building events and health empowerment activities. SeaKeepers is proud to partner with RLH once again in an effort to reduce the impact of marine debris on Miami's shorelines while building a community of eco-conscious, active and empowered volunteers! See the details below:

Waiver: To participate in the cleanup, all volunteers must complete the mandatory Liability and Appearance Release Waiver HERE.

Meeting spot: Look for the blue SeaKeepers tent near public parking Lot 70 next to Miami Yacht Club and Jungle Island, located at 1101 MacArthur Cswy, Miami, FL 33132. Check in using the QR code to confirm your attendance and make sure you have completed the liability waiver before grabbing your cleanup gear!

Parking: Free parking will be available for volunteers in the Jungle Island parking garage located at 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, FL 33132. A QR code will be distributed to registered volunteers via email prior to the event to waive the cost of parking in the garage. 

What to bring: 

  • Hat and sunglasses
  • Close toed shoes
  • Sun protective/athletic clothing
  • Water in a REUSABLE water bottle

We will provide:

  • Water refills
  • Gloves and pickers
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Community Service Hours
  • A great time!

For any questions or concerns, please contact lillian@seakeepers.org. Claim a ticket to reserve your spot, and keep an eye on your email for more information ahead of the event!

What Should Volunteers Bring?

Closed Toed Shoes, Hat & Sunglasses, Insect Repellent, Sunscreen, Water In Reusable Bottle

What Will Be Provided?

Buckets, Garbage Bags, Gloves, Pickers, Water Refills

Parking Information

Free parking will be available for volunteers in the Jungle Island parking garage located at 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, FL 33132. A QR code will be distributed to registered volunteers via email prior to the event to waive the cost of parking in the garage. 

Meeting Spot Details

Meet us at the blue SeaKeepers branded tent next to Lot 70 located at 1099 MacArthur Cswy, Miami, FL 33132, next to Miami Yacht Club and Jungle Island.

Organizer Information

Lillian Engelhard

Lillian Engelhard

The International SeaKeepers Society supports marine science and conservation by utilizing privately owned yachts as platforms for oceanographic research, educational outreach, and marine conservation. Our efforts eliminate vessel costs and permit scientists to allocate those funds to maximize research potential. SeaKeepers shares its mission of ocean research and conservation with local communities through educational events, beach cleanups, and yachting industry functions.