International Coastal Cleanup Day: Dubos Point Wildlife Sanctuary

Dubos Point Wildlife Sanctuary encompasses 39 acres of salt marsh and wildlife habitat. Named for Dr. Rene Dubos, who coined the famous phrase, “Think Globally, Act Locally”, we’ll remove trash and other marine debris from this salt marsh lined shoreline. Act locally with us, and enjoy stunning city views and wildlife viewing, while protecting the shoreline of this important wildlife sanctuary in Jamaica Bay!

International Coastal Cleanup (ICC), spearheaded by Ocean Conservancy, is a global annual initiative that rallies volunteers to remove trash from beaches and waterways. Since its launch in 1986, more than 18 million participants across 150+ countries have joined forces to eliminate over 380 million pounds of debris from coastal environments. Beyond the physical cleanup, the ICC emphasizes the power of data collection—volunteers log the types of trash they collect, helping scientists and policymakers better understand the sources and impacts of marine pollution and craft informed solutions. Join Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy for a shoreline cleanup to help keep our coastal habitats clean and thriving, and let’s leave the shore better than we found it on International Coastal Cleanup Day.

Gloves, bags, and all cleanup tools will be provided.

Volunteers will meet at the end of De Costa Ave in Arverne, NY. Volunteers are encouraged to wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy, closed-toe shoes and bring their own water and sunscreen. The event is rain or shine.

JBRPC Community Stewardship Programs are generously supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, Con Edison, NYC Green Fund, and NYC Ferry, operated by Hornblower. Public funding is provided by NY Senator Roxanne Persaud, Assemblymembers Stacey Pheffer-Amato and Jaime R. Williams, NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, Majority Whip Selvena Brooks-Powers, and Council Members Joann Ariola and Mercedes Narcisse.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here

Questions? Email [email protected].

Please Note: There are no pubic restrooms located on site; the nearest restroom is located at Rockaway Beach at Beach 59th.

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