Contribute to Community Science
At COI, data collection is at the heart of our mission to protect clean water. By participating in our Adopt-a-Beach program, you'll play a vital role in tracking debris and contributing to a global database used to educate communities, support local legislation, and advocate for healthier waterways. Your efforts will help us make a real impact, one beach at a time.
How to Participate:
1. Fill out the application and agreement online. The application will need to be processed, and training completed 2 weeks in advance of your first cleanup. If you are unsure which beach you would like to adopt, enter "Help me choose" in the 1st and 2nd location choices. 2. You will receive an email with links to a training packet. A follow-up Zoom meeting with our team will be scheduled shortly after. 3. Once your location has been confirmed, it is time to begin your cleanup!
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4. Track your data on our datasheet, and have fun!
5. After your survey is complete, remember to properly dispose of debris and submit your data in our online database within one week. |