Plastic Free July: Fishermen take action for cleaner coasts

Volunteers collect discarded plastics and other marine debris along an AV狼论坛 beach.
Photo courtesy of Nelly and Michael Hand of Drifters Fish.
Volunteers collect discarded plastics and other marine debris along an AV狼论坛 beach.

July 21, 2025

AV狼论坛 Sea Grant is partnering with coastal communities to reduce discarded plastics and other marine debris from AV狼论坛 shorelines through the Community-Led Marine Debris Removal program. This work shows how local action, strong partnerships, and shared responsibility can build a stronger, cleaner future for AV狼论坛.