Barnegat Bay Blitz in Point Boro on Friday

The Barnegat Bay Blitz is a partnership event spearheaded by the NJDEP and the NJ Clean Communities Council in an effort to bring together citizens, students, businesses and local governments to help clean up and foster a greater appreciation for the Barnegat Bay and its 660 square mile watershed.

Point Pleasant Borough is one of the communities in the watershed and will once again be hosting a group of volunteers and DEP employees to go out and be good stewards to the environment by partaking in this clean-up event.

As always, volunteer participation and anyone wishing to donate refreshments is immensely appreciated.

The plan is to meet at the Community Park across from Borough Hall on Friday morning.  Please arrive between 9:00 and 9:30 for the sign in, send-off and additional instructions that may be needed.

Tips for Participating in a Local Blitz Clean-up include:

• Wear gloves when picking up litter - bring work gloves or obtain gloves from coordinator.
• Wear closed-toe, flat-heeled shoes or boots - not sandals, flip-flops or clogs.
• Dress appropriately and be prepared for the weather.
• Long-sleeved shirts and pants are preferred, to prevent scratches, insect bites, etc.
• Bring water and food if you plan to be outdoors for awhile.
• Bring a digital camera to help document the cleanup (what is collected, people in action, etc.)
• Bring appropriate medicine if you are allergic to bee stings, spider bites, etc.
• Do not risk injury - avoid slippery, unstable, rocky and steep areas.
• Be alert for poison ivy, brambles, snakes, spiders and insects.
• Back away from animals, hives and holes and avoid poking or aggravating them.
• Avoid picking up large, bulky or heavy items, such as tires, appliances or furniture.
• Avoid stepping on or picking up nails or broken glass.
• Avoid picking up hazardous materials, such as syringes and unmarked containers. Contact a coordinator if these items are encountered.
• Separate recyclable items from trash by carrying at least two trash bags with you.
• Avoid wearing headsets, work in pairs or groups, and look up often to see where others are.
• Tell the cleanup coordinator if heavy items or potentially hazardous materials are found.
• Tie filled trash bags securely and do not overfillll them, to avoid rips.
• Park your vehicle off-road and at least 6 feet from traffic areas.
• Use crosswalks and traffic signals where available.
• Face oncoming traffic and clean one side of a road at a time.
• Respect private property - do not go onto property that is marked, fenced in or gated.

Your interest in participating in Point Pleasant's Barnegat Bay Blitz cleanup is greatly appreciated!

For more information, reachout to Chris at pointboroec@gmail.com or at 732-232-0243, or to barnegatbayblitz@dep.state.nj.us .