Supported by Goodera and the NYC Mayor’s Office
Courtesy of Broooklyn, I'm Trying
Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy (JBRPC) and Global Citizen are partnering for a cleanup event at Plumb Beach in Brooklyn, as part of International Coastal Cleanup Day on September 21 with additional support from Goodera and the NYC Mayor’s Office. Volunteers are invited to participate in this worldwide beach and waterway cleanup initiative, making a tangible impact by removing debris from the shoreline, marsh, and greenway. In appreciation, participants can earn free tickets to the Global Citizen Festival on September 28 in New York’s Central Park.
Jamaica Bay spans 18,000 acres of open water and marshlands, providing critical habitat for a diverse range of wildlife, supporting recreational activities, and serving as a natural buffer that enhances the resilience of surrounding communities against coastal flooding. This dynamic ecosystem faces ongoing challenges from debris. To date this year, JBRPC’s staff and volunteers removed 18,000 pounds of debris from shorelines, inter-tidal and upland areas, and surrounding green spaces. The cleanup at Plumb Beach on September 21st will continue these efforts by protecting wildlife and maintaining recreational access for the Brooklyn and Queens communities. The effort will also document the types and amounts of trash collected, with assistance from the American Littoral Society's NY State Beach Cleanup Program, Black Surfing Association, and Surfrider Foundation NYC.
“A resilient Jamaica Bay protects wildlife, offers vital open space access, and safeguards neighborhoods from flooding worsened by climate change. International Coastal Cleanup Day in New York is a big part of ensuring the health of our shorelines by removing trash and debris, documenting what’s collected, then using that data to strengthen advocacy and work to stop the sources of marine debris in the first place.” said JBRPC Executive Director, Terri Carta. “We are incredibly grateful to Global Citizen for partnering on these important efforts, and for the support of Goodera, the Office of the Mayor of New York City, the National Park Service, New York City Parks, American Littoral Society's NY State Beach Cleanup Program, Black Surfing Association, and Surfrider Foundation NYC.”
Courtesy of Goodera
Since 1986, the American Littoral Society has coordinated New York State's participation in International Coastal Cleanup Day, which began with 100 volunteers cleaning beaches at four New York City locations. The initiative has since grown to involve over 6,000 volunteers at more than 120 locations annually. Globally, over 18 million volunteers have removed 385 million pounds of trash from coastlines, making International Coastal Cleanup the world’s largest effort of its kind. In last year’s event, over 486,000 volunteers collected nearly 8 million pounds of trash, including nearly 2 million cigarette butts, over 1.3 million beverage bottles, and over 850,000 bottle caps.
Who: Environmental leaders and volunteers, organized by Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy and Global Citizen, with support from Goodera, American Littoral Society's NY State Beach Cleanup Program, Black Surfing Association, and Surfrider Foundation NYC
What: Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy is partnering with Global Citizen for a beach cleanup at Plumb Beach as part of International Coastal Cleanup Day
When: Saturday, September 21, 2024 – 9:00 AM 12:00 PM
Where: Plumb Beach, Belt Pkwy, Brooklyn, NY 11228
Driving Directions
Plumb Beach can only be accessed via the east-bound lane of the Belt Parkway. It is after Exit 9 and before Exit 11 (there is no Exit 10).
Public Transportation
Take the B-44 or B-4 bus to Knapp Street/Shore Parkway. There is a short walk from this stop to the Plumb Beach roundhouse. Alternatively, volunteers can start at the other end of the shoreline near Lew Fiddler Park, which is closer to the bus stop.
Bicycle
Ride eastbound on the Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway from Emmons Avenue / Knapp Street in Sheepshead Bay, or the westbound Jamaica Bay Greenway from Flatbush Avenue / Floyd Bennett Field.
