About us
CFL RECON is the proud recipient of the 2022 Citizen Conservation Award from The Wildlife Society, FL Chapter! We are humbled to be recognized alongside such esteemed environmental advocates like Florida Audubon and Dr. Tom Hoctor. CFL RECON would not have made it this far without the support of our members who take time out of their weekends to help restore the environment. We would also like to thank our supporters who graciously contribute cleanup supplies and equipment to our cause.
We are a group of friends and concerned citizens protecting Central Florida's surface waters and natural environment by removing trash and debris from lakes, rivers and streams. We work for the betterment of Central Florida's lakes and rivers so that the animals that live here will have fewer dangers in the forms of plastic and foam debris that we gather from the waterways and shorelines. All those who enjoy canoeing and kayaking and would have a couple hours a week to give are welcome!
The RECON fleet is growing and we currently have 9 kayaks available to use for our events. We also provide use of our litter removal equipment such as grabbers, gloves and bags for each of our clean-ups. Our outings are weekly and alternate between Saturday and Sunday mornings. During the fall and winter months, our cleanups start at 10am. Spring and summer cleanups start at 9am and we usually take some time off during the hottest months. The events usually last for about 2-3 hours including on-loading and off-loading of the kayaks.
Although we have kayaks available to use, feel free to bring your own canoe, kayak or paddle board! At most of our cleanup locations, shoreline volunteers are also welcome if you feel the urge to walk instead of being on the water.
Our group has worked in cooperation with other similarly guided organizations like the St. Johns Riverkeepers, Save the Manatee Club, Surfrider Foundation and countless neighborhood groups and HOAs dedicated to the betterment of the environment. Recently, some of our members took part in a successful initiative in Orlando to prohibit the use of styrofoam (No Foam Zone). If you are a part of an environmentalist organization or know of a waterway that needs a good cleanup, please reach out to us!
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Bike Repair Cafe 🚲
Goldenrod Park, 4863 N. Goldenrod Rd., Winter Park, FL, USBicycles are a practical, affordable way to get to work, school and local parks. Sometimes simple repairs can become a barrier to riding if you don’t know where to start.
Orange County Environmental Protection Division (EPD) will be hosting a FREE, hands-on repair café featuring short, instructional repair workshops and a “Diagnosis and Quick Fix” session with volunteer mechanics.
Learn simple, practical bike repair skills:
Session 1: 1 pm – 1:30 pm 🚲How to remove and replace a bike tire and tube
Session 2: 1:35 pm – 2 pm 🚲 How to remove and replace a chain
Session 3: 2:05 pm – 2:30 pm 🚲 Adjusting seat post and height
2:30 pm – 4 pm 🚲 Diagnostic and quick fix session. Attendees can receive personalized guidance for their bikes
🚵 If your repair requires spare parts, you must bring the parts and supplies with you
🚵Space is limited; registration is required.Orange County Bike Repair Cafe Tickets, Saturday, Mar 28 from 1 pm to 4 pm | Eventbrite
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