MUVE is excited to work alongside our community to care for our critical coastal habitats through nature-based volunteerism. On Saturday, January 21, 2023, volunteers will work together to enhance native coastal hammock habitat by removing nuisance vegetation and cleaning the beach. They’ll also be able to upcycle ocean plastics into magnets and investigate sand samples under the microscope with Frost Science and learn how they can dive into ocean-based citizen science projects, like The Southeast Florida Action Network (SEAFAN) BleachWatch and Rescue a Reef, to monitor and restore Florida’s Coral Reef.
During the event, volunteers will have the opportunity to chat with MUVE collaborators, The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Coral Reef Conservation Program, Biscayne Bay Aquatic Preserves, and the Rosenstiel School’s Rescue a Reef Program, to learn about upcoming citizen science trainings and local expeditions on the reef. All tools and materials will be provided. We recommend a reusable water bottle, close-toed shoes, sun and bug protection, and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty!
Directions to check-in
- Check-in will be located at the picnic tables at Virginia Key North Point Beach Park. For GPS directions enter “Virginia Key North Point Trails.”
Community Service Hours
- We offer community service hours at all MUVE events. Please come find us after the event to sign forms.
Safety
- The completion of the Frost Science liability waiver is required to participate in this event. This waiver is included in the registration process.
Parking Instructions
- Complimentary parking available at Virginia Key North Point Trails.