St. Johns Riverkeeper Community Cleanup

Useful Items to Bring

• FULL reusable water bottle
• Closed-toe shoes (Required)
• Sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunglasses)
• Bug spray
• Work/gardening gloves (cleanup gloves will be provided)
• Small garden tools (trowels, shovels, etc.)

Safety Precautions

• Everyone must register/sign a liability waiver to participate.
• An adult must accompany youth under 18 years of age.
• Stay together and work in teams of at least two people.
• Watch your footing, avoid steep embankments, and use caution when walking through tall grass or brush.
• Do not use your bare hands to pick up broken glass or sharp items. Trash grabbers will be available.
• Leave hazardous items, such as syringes or dead animals, in place and notify the Site Captain.
• Do not try to pick up items too heavy for you to lift. When in doubt, seek help.
• Respect wildlife and keep your distance.
• Take breaks as needed, protect yourself from the sun, and drink plenty of water.
• Make sure trash bags are not too full to close and secure.
• Keep tires separate from the trash bags