Toast to the Coast: September 24-25, 2010
In recognition of International Coastal Cleanup Day, Alaskan Brewing, K3 and the Coastal CODE are planning an exciting weekend of events for Alaskans to celebrate their coastal lifestyle. Feel free to attend one or all of the following “Toast to the Coast” events:
Concert for the C.O.D.E
The concert will take place on Friday, September 24, 2010 at 8:30 p.m. at Marlintini’s (9121 Glacier Hwy, Juneau, AK) and will feature live bands Woodrow, Sasquatch Prom Date and Thickfreakness. All proceeds from ticket and Alaskan Beer sales will benefit the Coastal CODE - because Clean Oceans Depend on Everyone! Tickets are $20 when purchased in advance at the Alaskan Brewing or $25 if purchased on the night of the show. Tickets purchases will include a round trip ride downtown to Marlintini’s (courtesy of Alaska Couch Tours), an Alaskan Beer, good karma and a fabulous live show! Must be 21 or older to attend the event. Come out and join Alaskan Brewing for a great show, a great cause and a great time!
International Coastal Cleanup Day
On Saturday, September 25, 2010 from 9 a.m. to noon, join thousands of volunteers from around the world to remove garbage and debris from the beautiful Alaskan beaches and shorelines. Do you part for Coastal Cleanup Day by cleaning 18 public beach areas in Juneau and Douglas and then join Alaskan Brewing at noon for a free BBQ at Auke Recreation area! Good deeds and good eats make this cleanup event the perfect recipe for a wonderful time! Email jwp@alaska.net to register your business or organization for one of the 18 target areas or meet your fellow CODE-ers at Sandy Beach or Auke Rec for a group cleanup. All participants will recieve a coupon for one free beverage at the K3 Festival of Seafood. Sweet!
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K3 Annual Festival of Seafood
On Saturday September 25, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., the “Toast the Coast” weekend will end with the annual Festival of Seafood at Juneau Yacht Club. The festival will include an Alaskan Beer tutored tasking , a fresh local seafood dinner and live music from Deering & Down. All proceeds will go to your local public radio stations.
We hope to see you there!
Operation Shore Patrol
Join the Pacific Northwest Four Wheel Drive Association for their annual “Operation Shore Patrol” beach cleanup scheduled for the weekend of September 18-19, 2010. The primary goal of the cleanup is to draw attention to the unfortunate amount of trash that has found its way along Washington Coast. The debris has not only created an eye sore along Washington’s beaches, it could pose a serious threat to the ecosystem and to people in the community. Don’t miss out on this wonderful chance to make a difference!
For further information on Operation Shore Patrol locations and event details, please visit: http://www.coastsavers.org/operation-shore-patrol.html
Photo from Coastal CODE’s annual cleanup in Yakutat, Alaska
Alaskan Brewing Co.’s Brew Crew hauled out nearly 1500 lbs of rope, net and debris on Khantaak Island during the second day of their annual beach cleanup/surf trip with MCAF and the Yak Salmon Board. Above is a photo of the debris straight from the cleanup in Yakutat, Alaska. Amazing work Coastal Code-ers!
30 minutes to make a difference…
Every third Saturday of the month, the “30-Minute Beach Cleanup” takes place at 1 S. Granada Ave. (@Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, 90803) to help rid the beach of trash and debris. The cleanup is open for all ages and volunteer forms are available for students looking to receive credit for community service. Approximately 200 volunteers show up each month and bags and gloves are included. Parking is free and group attendance is encouraged!
Don’t forget to wear sunscreen!
For more information on Justin Rudd’s 30-Minute Beach Cleanup, please visit: http://www.beachcleanup.org/
Walk For The Beach!
Help non-profit Save Our Beach celebrate “Walk For The Beach” on September 18, 2010 at Seal Beach. The event will include a.m. yoga, a walk, a group boot camp and the option of picking up trash along the way! The entry fee is $25 and participants will receive a Keep It Clean t-shirt, parking and a starfish medal for participating. All proceeds will benefit clean beaches. Look below for further details!
For more information on Save Our Beach, visit their website at http://www.saveourbeach.org/.
