Beach Hike: Citizen Science: Adult Program, Free Event
Help catalog marine debris along Wildwood's beach while learning what the data reveals about local water quality. This is a working hike—you'll be stopping to document trash types and locations for a statewide database. Meet at the main parking area on Sound Avenue in Calverton.
Help catalog marine debris along Wildwood’s beach while learning what the data reveals about local water quality. This is a working hike—you’ll be stopping to document trash types and locations for a statewide database. Meet at the main parking area on Sound Avenue in Calverton.
Read before you go
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