Are you up for a challenge? Join us and the National Park Service team on Cat Island for the ultimate volunteer opportunity. During this intensive event, volunteers will be collecting trash and recording data on what kind of trash is collected on a predetermined portion of the island.

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Event Summary:

Barrier Island Cleanup @ Cat island
Date: July 13, 2024
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Volunteers will meet at the Ken Combs Pier boat launch at 8:30 a.m. and will return to boat launch by 1 p.m.

Transportation to the island will be provided by Charter-for-hire boat captains. Boats WILL DEPART by 9 a.m. Volunteers must be on board at 9 a.m.

What to expect:

• There are no facilities on the island. Please use the restroom before getting on the boat.
• The boat ride is approximately 30 mins.
• Cleanup supplies and water will be provided by the event staff.
• BYO (bring your own): refillable water bottle, closed toe shoes, sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sun screen), snacks, and necessary and/or emergency medications if applicable.

IMPORTANT:

• Must be 18+ or older
• This is a physically intensive marine debris removal event, so make sure you're prepared by drinking lots of water and eating healthy meals the night before and the morning of the  cleanup!
• Should be experienced in outdoor activities, including prolonged heat and sun exposure with no shade
• Must be comfortable in and around water and know basic water safety
• Will be wading through at least waist deep water and will need to climb in and out of boats that may not have a ladder, as there are no boat docks on the islands
• Must be able to lift 25-50 pounds on a consistent basis
• No weapons/alcohol allowed

Location: Cat Island, MS