Seabin Waste Characterization Volunteer Event at Ashbridge's Bay Yacht Club

Join the Great Lakes Plastic Cleanup to assist in the waste characterization and data collection process of debris captured by Seabins!
About this Event

Looking for something fun and educational to do this summer? Join the Great Lakes Plastic Cleanup (GLPC), an initiative of Pollution Probe and the Council of the Great Lakes Region, and a small team of volunteers to assist in the waste characterization and data collection process of debris captured by Seabins at Ashbridge's Bay Yacht Club!

A Seabin acts as a floating garbage bin in the calm waters of marinas and ports. When installed, it pumps water through the device, intercepting floating debris, macro- and microplastics. We gather this debris to collect and sort the waste. It is important to determine the types of items that frequently enter the Great Lakes and negatively affect our waterways.

All required equipment will be provided by GLPC; we only ask that you dress appropriately for the weather, wear sunscreen, and bring a reusable water bottle!

*Event end time may vary depending on how much waste has been captured by the Seabins

Any questions or concerns may be directed to Jordyn Szilagy at [email protected]

Visit https://www.greatlakesplasticcleanup.org/ to learn more about our work in the Great Lakes region!