Timucuan Parks Foundation (TPF) will host cleanups at two parks on Saturday, March 15, for the 30th Annual St. Johns River Celebration hosted by the City of Jacksonville and Keep Jacksonville Beautiful. Volunteers are needed to help remove litter and debris from the shoreline at area parks, boat ramps and neighborhoods.
Volunteers can join TPF from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park at 500 Wonderwood Dr. and Reddie Point Preserve at 4499 Yachtsman Way. Those joining the Hanna Park cleanup should let the gate attendant know they are there for the volunteer event to receive free admission to the park.
All volunteers are asked to wear closed-toe shoes and clothes they don’t mind getting dirty. Bring work gloves (if you have them), sunscreen, insect repellent, a hat, sunglasses and a full reusable water bottle. TPF will provide additional work gloves, equipment, supplies, snacks and water.
Helpers of all ages are welcome and eligible for community service hours. Those under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian and children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or youth leader. A waiver can be obtained by visiting https://www.timucuanparks.org/volunteer/.
Volunteers are invited to join the city at the Riverside Arts Market after the event to collect a T-shirt and snacks while supplies last. Click here for a complete list of cleanups in Jacksonville.
