Clean Up & Friendgiving Potluck @ Virginia Key Outdoor Center

We will be taking a short hike to North Point Beach, where much of the debris that gets washed up on the shore is from the neighboring port, Fisher Island, and passing boat traffic. We have found things such as propellers, coolers, buoys, and even animal bones. Please note that there is a festival happening this weekend nearby - follow these driving directions to get here easily: www.VKOC.net/directions 

Bags and Gloves will be supplied to Volunteers. Once we are done with the Clean Up we will return to VKOC to weigh and record all debris found!

After the Clean Up, we will set up on the Picnic Benches and share some yummy Thanksgiving Left Overs. Volunteers are encouraged to bring dishes to share. We ask that Volunteers bring their own cutlery in order to reduce waste. Paper plates and cups will be available. This event is 100% outdoors and family friendly.

VKOC VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION PROGRAM - Earn Community Service Hours

We love our hard-working volunteers! VKOC will be starting the Volunteer Appreciation Program to reward those that put sweat, tears, and time to ensure that Virginia Key is a CLEAN place where nature lovers and others from all walks of life can come and enjoy it!

- Dress for the weather and wear appropriate foot-wear. We recommend closed-toed shoes for beach cleanup and water shoes
- Sunglasses and hat are highly recommended
- Bring gloves if you have them (we suggest reusable working, gardening or dish gloves that you can pick up at the grocery store/home depot) We will have some onsite but cannot guarantee they will be in your size!
Reusable Water bottle. There will be water stations to refill. This is a PLASTIC FREE EVENT! Forgot yours? 
Bring your Friends, we’re gonna need all the help we can get!
**If you are under 18 and coming without a parent or guardian, you must have a parent/guardian sign the waiver form in advance