Marine debris held out in cupped hands.

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The first step to solving a problem is learning more about it. Check out our educational resources to help stewards of all ages learn more about the problem of marine debris.

Educators sort trash in a box that is also filled with sand and other natural debris during a workshop.

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Kids painting signs on a tarp.

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Marine debris collected in a cleanup by Girl Scouts.

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A sailboat being lifted by a crane out of a marsh.

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Last updated Fri, 07/26/2024 - 02:55 pm EDT