In partnership with Seagram's Escapes, Keep Pinellas Beautiful will host multiple cleanups with BeBot demonstrations across Pinellas County during the month of July! The BeBot Beach Tour Series aims to educate and engage the community while cleaning up trash on local beaches. Before volunteers begin their cleanup, KPB staff will present and demo the BeBot. At the end of the event, KPB staff will assist volunteers in sorting out the small litter collected by the BeBot. Collected debris will then be displayed and discussed!

What is a BeBot?

Donated to Keep Florida Beautiful by Surfing's Evolution and Preservation Foundation, a charitable organization that maintains healthy Florida beaches, the BeBot serves as a teaching tool to work alongside cleanup volunteers. The BeBot collects discarded small debris at the sand's surface level under the remote control of trained staff. The eco-friendly companion removes litter such as fragmented plastics and cigarette butts that might otherwise go unnoticed. This new technology is a unique way to captivate beachgoers’ attention for an opportunity to educate them on litter prevention and waste reduction in honor of Plastic Free July. Don't miss your chance to witness the BeBot in action!

For the full BeBot Tour schedule, please visit www.kpbcares.org/upcoming-events.

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Join Keep Pinellas Beautiful, City of Madeira Beach, Trash Pirates, and Trash Turtles on July 5th as we work together to clean Madeira Beach after the holiday. This event will include a press conference to kick off our 2022 BeBot Beach Tour Series!

WHERE TO MEET: Check-in for the cleanup will be located at Archibald Park - 15100 Gulf Blvd, Madeira Beach, FL 33708. Look for the KPB table and tent!

WHEN: Tuesday, July 5th from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

WHAT TO WEAR: Please wear closed toed shoes and clothing you don't mind getting dirty. We recommend a hat or sunglasses too.

WHAT TO EXPECT: All cleanup supplies are provided including reusable gloves, trash bags, sunscreen, hand sanitizer, and bug spray. A water refill station will be available, please bring a reusable water bottle.

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**Please Note: No need to print a ticket to attend**

If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie Lawler-Ellington, Programs Director, at sellington@kpbcares.org or 727-533-0402.