This is a serious problem for Florida beaches and riding spots for many years to come- no doubt about it.
The important question is: what are we going to do about it?
The ASF Annual meeting is Monday, where we'll be forming a standing committee to focus on this problem. We're eligible to apply for various resources to assist in cleanup operations, and will be pursuing this ASAP in order to give responders as much assistance as possible. The board meets from 7:00p-8:30p, and all are welcome to come by after the meeting to begin forming a gameplan. (Maximo Moorings across from Eckerd College)
One of our local kiters (Ryan D.), an employee of FWC, is already in the Panhandle working on this cleanup. I have not had a chance to speak to him yet, but I am sure he will have tons of info for us.
If someone has time to do a little research and report back, we need to know:
-what local orgs. are already working on a response & how we can assist
-what training is required for responders
-meeting/ training dates
-investigate funding sources aimed at this cleanup
Thanks,
Steve Sadler (813) 389-3683
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