The Paddler Magazine Issue 81 February 2025 | Page 60

Get ready for the Big Paddle Cleanup 2025

The Big Paddle Cleanup is Paddle UK ’ s annual environmental campaign . In 2024 , 3,699 amazing volunteers collected 1,888 sacks of plastic waste and other junk from our precious waterways .
Feildes Weir Lock Big Paddle Cleanup Photo : Andy Gee paddleuk . org . uk
Save the Date : The Big Paddle Cleanup will return from 24 May – 8 June 2025 .
Paddlers are uniquely positioned to collect litter from places others cannot access . Your efforts help raise more public awareness about plastic pollution and the damage it causes to our blue spaces .
By taking part in the Big Paddle Cleanup : l You help protect wildlife . l You help minimise pollution . l You will feel closer to nature . l You feel happier knowing you ’ re making a difference .
More information about how to get involved in the 2025 campaign will be coming soon . In the meantime , keep an eye out for updates on the Paddle UK website and our Facebook and Instagram channels . You can also get updates about the Big Paddle Cleanup and our Clear Access , Clear Waters campaign by signing up for our newsletter at : https :// britishcanoeing . formstack . com / forms / clear _ access _ clear _ water .
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