The Blue Flag USA program is responsible for providing support and engagement to coastal communities on various topics to support the ideal of sustainable development through environmental education. Previously, staff held a national workshop at the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association’s 2021 National Coastal Conference. This year we are excited to host a 3 month series of meetings discussing sustainable beach management topics and themes in an effort to bring together candidate sites, awarded sites, industry, managers, stakeholders, and more to share experiences. Below you will find information about the summer series as it becomes available.
May: Planning Successful Educational Outreach
Speakers: Ellie Moss, Moss & Mollusk Consulting
Chris Folkes, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Volunteer
Date: May 25th, 3:30-5pm Eastern
Recording Available
June: Natural and Microplastic Debris Management in Sediment
Speakers: David Hewett & Christy Ferguson, Town of Holden Beach
Judd Mahan, TetraTech
Russell Cole, City of Galveston
Date: June 15th, 2-3:30pm Eastern
Recording Available
July: Plastics in the Coastal Zone
Speakers: Ellie Moss, Moss & Mollusk Consulting
Layne Marshall, EPA Trash Free Waters
Date: July 27th, 1:30-3:00pm Eastern
Recording Available
Thank you for making our first summer series a huge success! Staff is working on scheduling events for next year. Be on the lookout for more details. Contact staff with any questions, sponsorship opportunities, or collaborative ideas.