Laerskool Roodekrans learners from Roodepoort hear Clean Surf Project’s message
The fun clean-up was followed by an informative presentation, highlighting the negative impact on marine life, caused by plastic pollution.
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CLEAN Surf Project educated 89 learners from Laerskool Roodekrans about the ocean and the importance of protecting it, on Monday, 8 July during their school tour stay at ATKV Natalia Resort.
Out the bus, bags put aside, a quick change from long pants, jerseys and takkies to baggies, shirts and flops and off to the beach they went to collect litter.
“A whopping 201kg of rubbish was removed by the learners, after having spent only one hour on the beach. A big thumbs to all boys, girls and teachers from Laerskool Roodekrans as well as tour guides from Outdoor Environmental Education Africa Tours,” said Romy Wenzel.
Check out all the photos in the gallery: Laerskool Roodekrans tackle a Clean Surf Project beach clean-upÂ
The fun clean-up was followed by an informative presentation, highlighting the negative impact on marine life, caused by plastic pollution.
“It was such a pleasure meeting this very special group and we wish learners a great stay while visiting the Sapphire Coast,” said Romy.
The Sapphire Coast Tourism chairwoman extended gratitude to ATKV Natalia Resort and Outdoor Environmental Education Africa.
“We look forward to seeing you soon as more school groups are expected to arrive during the second half of this year,” she said.
Mandela Day clean-up
Elaborating on CSP’s latest missions, the team is planning to have a clean up on Mandela Day (Thursday, 18 July), spending 67 minutes to celebrate Nelson Mandela’s birthday by acting on the idea that each person has the power to change the world.
The clean-up will take place at Amanzimtoti Lagoon/Chain Rocks. This is a call to all primary and high schools within the Sapphire Coast region, to participate on this very special day.
Contact 082-802-3353 or cleansurfproject@gmail.com if you or a school would like to join.
CSP is busy with preparations for the upcoming International Coastal Clean-up Day, that will be celebrated on Saturday, 21 September.
“The team will be heading to Twini Beach, Amanzimtoti Golf Course, Umbogintwini, being one of the worst affected beaches after recent floods in April 2019.
“Mark the date as we would like to see as many community members, learners, scouts and businesses participating on the day,” said Romy.
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