KNYSNA NEWS - A group of local residents have taken it upon themselves to keep Knysna's coast as uncluttered by rubbish as possible, and are calling for more volunteers to do so on International Coastal Cleanup Day on 15 September this year.
According to local Nelson Das Fontes, Knysnarians with a green – or rather, ocean blue – disposition can join one of five groups that will be scattered around Knysna's coast to clean it up from 11:00 to 14:00 on 15 September.
The slogan, "Be part of the solution and not the pollution" says exactly what the mission of the day will be.
Bring along some bin bags, durable gloves, drinking water, sunblock and a cap, as well as any "nifty" cleaning equipment you might have and join this family event.
Help locals keep Knysna's coast clean on 15 September for International Coastal Cleanup Day.
Groups and contacts
Groups will meet at certain points around town and each have been assigned a group leader:
- Coney Glen: the Ocean Odyssey team will be led by Jorika (082 737 6732) and Teresa (082 355 2066).
- Costa Sarda: the Sea Cadet crew, led by Lieutenant Charl Laminie (082 529 1822), will be waiting for residents to join them there.
- Leisure Isle (security booth):,the Knysna Basin Project team is led by Merissa (076 060 1469) and Nina (073 978 6107).
- Crabs Creek jetty: The Sanparks honorary ranger crew will meet there, led by Sabine (079 473 9705).
- The Knysna Yacht Club team will be heading out on boats and kayaks under the leadership of Das Fontes (072 277 7664).
Das Fontes says those who wish to take part must contact the respective team leaders to confirm participation and adds, "Let's Spring clean Knysna together!"
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