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Surfrider Foundation

Ten ways to cleaner beaches

  1. Be aware of storm drains. The trash and toxins that are dumped on the street go directly to the ocean: litter, used oil, antifreeze, sewage, toxic chemicals, etc.
  2. When you sweep your driveways and sidewalks, put debris in the trashcan instead of the gutter.
  3. Don’t water your driveway. It won’t grow, and all of that water washes to the beach.
  4. Plant – don’t pave. Let the water runoff soak into the ground. Landscaping looks better and creates oxygen.
  5. Pull weeds; the less herbicide and pesticide you use, the less you will swim in on the weekend. Use lawn clippings to fertilize your lawn.
  6. Unless you like to swim in animal poop, make sure that you and your neighbors pick up droppings.
  7. Report full catch basins; The Department of Public Works should clean a full storm sewer.
  8. Fix your car leaks. More oil enters the beach from urban run-off than from tanker spills. If your car drips, the oil will find its way to the ocean. Note: Dumping one quart of oil down a storm drain contaminates 250,000 gallons of water.
  9. Use non-toxic products. Vinegar or baking soda clean very well. There are many eco-sensitive products on the market for a variety of uses; the more people use them, the more will become available.
  10. Talk around town. Because most people don’t realize they are contributing to non-point source pollution, spread the word and get your neighbors and co-workers involved.

Surfrider Foundation Mission Statement

The Surfrider Foundation is a non-profit environmental organization dedicated to the preservation and enjoyment of the world’s oceans, waves, and beaches, for all people, through conservation, activism, research, and education. National website: www.Surfrider.org.
Local Malibu Chapter: (310) 451-1010
www.surfrider.org/malibu