Solihull Big Paddle Cleanup
In 2024 , during the two weeks of action , about 7,398 hours were spent out on our precious waterways , filling 1,888 sacks with rubbish . Within those sacks were 7,809 plastic bottles , 2,374 glass bottles , 4,735 cans and 10,613 plastic food wrappers , plus many unusual items .
The Big Paddle Cleanup has a positive impact on the community . You have told us how much cleaning your waterways means to you .
Dean Jordan , from White Rose Canoe Club , said , “ The Big Paddle Cleanup helps to help to maintain our local environment and the impact we have on it . The mental health and wellbeing of being out with like-minded people alone is a great thing .”
Tyne SUP Boarder said , “ If you fancy looking after your local waterways in a fun way , we highly recommend [ the Big Paddle Cleanup ].”
Cotswold SUP Big Paddle Cleanup
The Sea Cadets of Hornchurch and Upminster said , “[ The Big Paddle Cleanup ] enhanced our expedition by contributing to the local environment . [ It gave ] our cadets a deeper understanding of the importance of keeping our waterways free from pollution .”
Amy Cipriano , from the LOPC Wild Women Outdoor Club , said , “ The majority of our paddlers have become passionate about [ The Big Paddle Cleanup ] and make conscious efforts to keep our waterways clean and tidy . The ladies often go off by themselves , and litter pick the river banks or join scheduled canoe litter picks .”
More information about the availability of Big Paddle Cleanup kits will be provided in the coming months .
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