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Marine Debris Monitoring
Pacific Whale Foundation
The Problem
Marine debris is essentially any human-created waste found in ocean environments. Most of this debris originates from land-based sources, such as someone thoughtlessly discarding a cigarette butt or soda can. Plastics and other materials that resist natural degradation comprise a large degree of marine debris and are of particular concern.
Debris in our oceans kills and injures wildlife, spreads invasive species, leeches pollutants and endangers human health. Our conservation commitment includes monitoring, collecting and reporting marine debris while helping to keep Maui’s beaches and parks trash- and tobacco-free.
Pacific Whale Foundation
About the organizer
To protect the ocean through science and advocacy, and to inspire environmental stewardship. Our vision is to be the people’s environmental organization for the protection of the world’s whales, dolphins and other marine animals living wild in their natural habitat. We believe that it is essential to involve the public in our mission. We encourage you to become a part of our global community of people who care about the future of our oceans and marine wildlife.
Good For
Kids, Teens, Families, Kupuna, Students, Groups, Visitors
Activity Type
Outdoor, Beach & Ocean, Cleanup
Cause
Animals, Environmental Conservation, Community Engagement, Non Profit Support
Requirements
RSVP Required
Marine Debris Monitoring
Pacific Whale Foundation
The Problem
Marine debris is essentially any human-created waste found in ocean environments. Most of this debris originates from land-based sources, such as someone thoughtlessly discarding a cigarette butt or soda can. Plastics and other materials that resist natural degradation comprise a large degree of marine debris and are of particular concern.
Debris in our oceans kills and injures wildlife, spreads invasive species, leeches pollutants and endangers human health. Our conservation commitment includes monitoring, collecting and reporting marine debris while helping to keep Maui’s beaches and parks trash- and tobacco-free.
Good For
Kids, Teens, Families, Kupuna, Students, Groups, Visitors
Activity Type
Outdoor, Beach & Ocean, Cleanup
Cause
Animals, Environmental Conservation, Community Engagement, Non Profit Support
Requirements
RSVP Required
Pacific Whale Foundation
About the organizer
To protect the ocean through science and advocacy, and to inspire environmental stewardship. Our vision is to be the people’s environmental organization for the protection of the world’s whales, dolphins and other marine animals living wild in their natural habitat. We believe that it is essential to involve the public in our mission. We encourage you to become a part of our global community of people who care about the future of our oceans and marine wildlife.
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