Name: Sandy Point Beach Cleanup
Start: 2023-07-29T09:30:00-02:30
End: 2023-07-29T15:30:00-02:30
Location: 16 Church St

Sandy Point Beach Cleanup

Nature Conservancy of Canada

Help us keep critical nesting habitat clean of ocean debris.

16 Church St

<p>Looking for an opportunity to help protect coastal nesting habitat? Join us for a day of shoreline cleanup at the Nature Conservancy of Canada’s Sandy Point Nature Reserve.  
</p><p>Sandy Point is a 1,000-hectare (2,471 acre) island in St. George’s Bay, on the southwest coast of Newfoundland. Its diverse landscape, with dunes and salt marshes, is uncommon to this coastal region, which is typically made up of rocky shorelines and steep cliffs. Such a unique environment attracts numerous bird species, including the endangered piping plover. Historically, Sandy Point was once the largest community on the western edge of the province. Today, you can still see the structural remains of the island’s former inhabitants. NCC is currently protecting nine properties here, totalling almost 28 hectares (69 acres).   
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</p><p>Not only is this an opportunity to reduce the risks of marine debris to both land-based and marine species, but it also gives everyone a chance to explore this formerly settled island and learn a bit more about the natural and historic uniqueness of Sandy Point. It’s also rewarding to see our progress throughout the day. </p>

<h3>Field safety notes:</h3><ul><li>Moderate fitness level is required.</li><li>Repetitive motion</li><li>There are no toilets on site.</li><li>All tools will be provided by NCC.</li><li>Water and snacks will be provided.</li></ul>

<h3>Equipment to bring with you</h3><ul><li>closed-toe shoes</li><li>long pants</li><li>light layers</li><li>rain jacket</li><li>water bottle</li><li>lunch, snacks</li><li>hat</li><li>bug spray</li><li>sunscreen</li><li>any necessary medications</li></ul>

<h3>Please note</h3><p>Additional event details, including driving directions and parking instructions, will be provided closer to the event day. Please come prepared for the weather.</p><p>All local health and safety restrictions and guidelines will apply.</p>

<h3>Questions?</h3><p>Please call or email Jennifer Sullivan, Newfoundland and Labrador stewardship coordinator, at (709)-753-5540 or jennifer.sullivan@natureconservancy.</p>

<h3>Thank you to all of our generous sponsors, wonderful partners and amazing volunteers!</h3>

<h3>Information for visitors to NCC properties</h3><p>When accessing Nature Conservancy of Canada Properties, please note:</p><p>1. You may be hiking/walking on terrain that may be steep, uneven, slippery, or jagged, or where solid footing is obscured by vegetation. Be sure to have good walking shoes with ankle support and treads.</p><p>2. Since you will be visiting rich natural areas, you will encounter many types of plants, and animals, on land and in the water, some of which may be dangerous or poisonous to humans. It is your responsibility to learn about the environment you’ll be visiting, and how to avoid natural threats, especially in areas inhabited by large carnivores.</p><p>3. You must help keep these areas beautiful by packing out everything you bring in, including garbage.</p><p>4. You will be enjoying the outdoors in all kinds of weather, from bright sun to snowy conditions. Be sure to check the weather before heading out and dress appropriately for the conditions.</p><p>5. Black flies/mosquitoes and other biting/stinging insects may pose a problem at certain times of the year.</p><p>6. Many of the habitats on Nature Conservancy of Canada property are ecologically sensitive, be aware of your impact, do not pick flowers, avoid crushing plants and do not feed or harass wildlife.</p><p>7. Some NCC properties are fenced and use cattle or other livestock for grazing. These animals may be unpredictable, refrain from approaching or harassing.</p><p>8. Some NCC properties contain abandoned buildings and/or mine shafts. If encountered, do no enter or approach any of these structures due to unknown hazards and risks.</p><p>9. Fires of any sort are absolutely prohibited on NCC property.</p><p>10. Even with appropriate precautions, accidents can happen. The Nature Conservancy of Canada does not provide trained medical professionals.</p>

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