Join us for the 2026 Monofilament Cleanup and help protect Sarasota’s coastal wildlife from one of the deadliest forms of marine debris! Discarded fishing line, hooks, and tackle left behind on bridges, piers, jetties, islands, and shorelines can entangle seabirds, and marine life. For birds, fishing line entanglement almost always results in death. Together, we can remove these hazards before they cause more harm. A light lunch will be provided for all registered participants after the cleanup, and students can earn community service hours for volunteering. Every piece of fishing line removed is one less threat to our coastal wildlife. Join us in making Sarasota’s waterways safer for the birds and marine animals that call them home!

We’re looking for:
Boat Volunteers – Use your boat to help crews access islands, shorelines, and other areas that are difficult to reach from land.
Kayak Volunteers – Paddle into shallow or hard-to-access locations to collect discarded fishing line and fishing gear.
On-Foot Volunteers – Search bridges, piers, jetties, shorelines, and bird nesting areas for fishing line, hooks, lures, and other hazardous debris.
Fishing Line Collection Volunteers – Can’t stay for the event but know a spot that has fishing line? You can still help! Collect discarded fishing line, hooks, lures, and other fishing debris during the week and drop off everything you’ve collected to the Sarasota Sailing Squadron during the event so it can be properly documented and disposed of.

Know Before You Go:
– Your safety is our number one priority! Wear heavy closed-toed shoes that can get wet like sneakers, water shoes, or boots to protect your feet.
– Opt for clothing that covers your arms and legs to ensure comfort and protection.
– Bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated and reduce waste.
– Don’t forget essentials like sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat for sun protection.
– Use a dry bag to safeguard your valuables.
– Complete your online registration to secure your spot and stay informed about updates.

Thank you to our Partners!

If you need to cancel your registration, please contact us ASAP!
That way we can offer your spot to another volunteer.

For Questions please contact Ronda Ryan at (941) 232-2363.

Location: Sarasota Sailing Squadron – 1717 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota 34236

2026 Monofilament Cleanup

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This is intended for volunteers who will collect fishing line and fishing-related debris before the event and bring it to the Sarasota Sailing Squadron during the event. Please bring only discarded fishing line, hooks, lures, and other fishing tackle that you have collected so it can be weighed, documented, and properly disposed of.

This is intended for volunteers who own a vessel and are the captain of the vessel. Supply your own vessel. Experienced Boat Captains are preferred.

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Lunch will be held at the Sarasota Sailing Squadron after the event ends.

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LIABILITY RELEASE AND WAIVER OF RIGHTS(Required)

My signature below (or the signature of a parent or guardian, for persons under 18 years of age) indicates that I understand and agree that Sarasota Bay Watch, Inc. and its directors, principals, officers, employees, staff, affiliates, volunteers, vessels, and event sponsors (collectively referred to as “Releases”) shall not be held liable under any circumstances for injury to person or property, arising out of or resulting in any way from my participation in the above-referenced volunteer activity/event. I understand that this volunteer activity, especially water-based activities, involve certain dangers of which I fully and voluntarily assume the risk. By signing this document I am affirming that I am a good swimmer and in good health. I am aware that water-based activities, including but not limited to boating, snorkeling, free-diving, kayaking, shore clean-ups may be hazardous activities involving both natural and man-made risks that may result in serious personal injury or death. I understand that by signing this document I am giving up my right to bring any claim or action against the named Releases on behalf of myself individually or as the representative of any other person, estate, or entity, including minors. My signature also authorizes Sarasota Bay Watch to utilize, without compensation, any pictures taken of this activity that includes my image or likeness, for any publication, newsletter, report, social media post, or other documentation. I hereby assert that I have read the foregoing Event Liability Release and Waiver of Rights, understand its contents, and sign of my own free will.

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