Environmental News and Upcoming Events |
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Need Input on Video Conferencing |
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We are setting up technology at our new office for remote trainings and hybrid meetings. We are in need of input on the equipment requirements for video conferencing. Email Trish@klcb.org if you can help.
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"GO GREEN" Golf Tournament-October 13th |
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ONLY A FEW REMAINING SPOTS for our 32nd Annual "GO GREEN" Golf Fundraiser! Click here for details.
We are seeking donations for our raffle and silent/live auction. Email Trish@klcb.org if you or your business are able to give.
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Ambassador Training Events |
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Looking for a way to help KLCB? Join our Education Specialist Jenn Downes for one of the information trainings at the KLCB office on becoming a volunteer Ambassador for Keep Lee County Beautiful. Daytime trainings from 11am-12pm on Oct. 31st, Nov. 14th, Dec. 12th. Evening trainings from 6pm-7pm on Oct. 26th, Nov. 16th, Dec. 14th. Email Jenn@klcb.org with any questions or for more information.
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Monofilament Madness Marine Cleanup - October 28th |
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REGISTRATION NOW OPEN for our annual marine cleanup! We will be cleaning the Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve and shoreline by boats, kayaks, canoes, and SUPs. Dockage for boats, launch for kayaks and canoes, and parking for cars available. Plus a beautiful waterside spot for a post clean up lunch! Click here to register today!
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"Leave The Scene Clean" Reusable Tote Bags NOW AVAILABLE |
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Our reusable tote bags are now available! There are four designs available that each feature a winning illustration from our 2023 art contest. The four overall winning students were: Grade K-3rd Winner-Sofia G. from Veterans Park Academy for the Arts; Grade 4th-6th Winner-Dianna D. from Oasis Middle School; Grade 7th-9th Winner-Mia D. from Caloosa Middle School; Grade 10th-12 Winner-Ace S. from Cypress Lake High School. Email Tisha@klcb.org or click here for details.
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Calling All Homeschoolers! |
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Join us for a morning of learning and fun! Students will learn about recycling, litter, and keeping our community clean through stories and hands-on activities with a certified teacher. The sessions are Oct. 17th, Nov. 7th, and Dec. 5th. Ages 4-7 at 10am-11am and ages 8-12 at 11:30am-12:30pm. Email Jenn@klcb.org to register.
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Hazardous Waste Collection Events |
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Lee County Solid Waste will be holding Household Chemical Waste collection events on the following dates:
- October 4th: 9am-1pm-Bonita Springs Rec Center
- October 18th: 9am-1pm-Estero Community Park
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International Coastal Cleanup |
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Our International Coastal Cleanup was a huge success! The volunteers removed over 5K pounds of trash & debris from 19 sites across Lee County! Thank you to all who participated! Thank you to our title sponsor from Walmart and to Ocean Conservancy, Surfing's Evolution & Preservation Foundation, Town of Fort Myers Beach, Lee County Solid Waste, Waste Pro, The Great Calusa Blueway, WM, Tunaskin Aquatic Apparel, PulteGroup, College Hunks Hauling Junk, Trademark Metals Recycling, Florida Power & Light, Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, Passarella & Associates, City of Cape Coral, City of Bonita Springs, Lee County Parks & Recreation, SCCF, Royal Scoop, Keep America Beautiful, City of Fort Myers, Florida State Parks, Keep Florida Beautiful, Fort Myers Beach Community Foundation, and SafeGuard Document Destruction.
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Shout out to the Fort Myers Roller Derby for choosing Keep Lee County Beautiful for their game fundraiser! We are very thankful for their support! It was a great night for all and their team won!
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We were thrilled to be a part of the 4th annual Captiva Coastal Cleanup organized by Capt. Jimmy Burnsed of Santiva Saltwater Fishing Team and his wife, Sarah. Volunteers by boat, kayak, canoe, paddleboard and scuba removed 8,934 pounds from the Captiva waters. Thank you to all who participated and to the sponsors from Captiva Cruises, RS Walsh Landscaping, Joanna Heath Foundation, Scuba Quest, The Green Flash, McCarthy’s Marina and Captiva Rod & Gun Club. |
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Environmental Education in Lee County |
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Education Specialist Jenn Downs attended the Lee County School District Environmental Education meeting for science teachers K-12. She shared our mission and details on our Y.E.S. (Youth Environmental Stewardship) and Growing Community Roots programs, and the Youth Advisory Council. Email Jenn@klcb.org for details on how your school can get involved.
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Bowditch Point Park Cleanup |
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In collaboration with the Lee County Visitor and Convention Bureau volunteers cleaned Bowditch Point Beach during the Island Hopper Songwriter Fest. Thank you to Tunaskin, Coca-Cola Beverages Florida and all the hard working volunteers. They cleaned up 1,000 pounds of trash and debris from the beach and shoreline. |
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Keep Lee County Beautiful, Inc., established in 1989, is the county’s largest volunteer-based community action and education organization. This local nonprofit forms public-private partnerships and programs that engage individuals to take greater responsibility for improving their community environments. |
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