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!
Upcoming events
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🔨 Fix It! Don't Pitch It 🔩
Marks Street Recreational Center, 99 E. Marks Street, Orlando, FL, USThe Orange County Fix It! Don't Pitch It event gives residents the opportunity to extend the life of their belongings by having them fixed by handy volunteers for free thereby reducing the amount of trash sent to the landfill. Volunteers will diagnose and provide minor repairs of electronics (no cell phones), bicycles, clothing and small household items. Repair services are subject to change based on availability of repair volunteers.
~~No jewelry, we do not have a jewelry fixer~~No Tv's and no cell phones.
You will be asked to sign a waiver upon arrival acknowledging your item(s) may not be repairable. Our volunteers will try their best to fix your items, but some items may be beyond repair. Each volunteer will spend 30 minutes on each item and if it can't be fixed, they will move on to the next item.
Volunteers will bring their own tools, but they do not bring spare parts required to fix all items.
- Bring all charging cords for electronics
- Bring electronics fully charged
- Bring spare parts that may be unique to your item and required to complete the repair
- Limit of two items to be fixed per person
- Please expect a short wait before you are assigned to a volunteer fixer, chairs will be available
- Event check-in will close at 12:30 p.m.
❌❌ Gas and oil-powered tools as well as flatscreen TV's will NOT be accepted for repair during the event.
Learn more here: Fix It Dont Pitch It (ocfl.net)
If you are interested in joining the event as a volunteer fixer, add a note in the chat and you will be contacted.
RSVP so I can tell the volunteer fixers what you are bringing: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fix-it-dont-pitch-it-tickets-1989835500547
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When In Drought Film Festival 🎥
Clermont Arts & Recreation Center, 3700 S Hwy 27, Clermont, FL 34711, USA, Clermont, FL, US🎞️ When in Drought Film Festival.
RSVP is required: https://tinyurl.com/WhenInDroughtFFThis event is NOT sponsored by Central Florida RECON (CFR); we are simply sharing to amplify the outreach for this event.
When in Drought Film Festival hosted by Lake County Conservation Council and Florida Springs Council – Florida Climate WeekEvent description: Join us on October 3rd for a look at the state of Florida’s water situation through the lense of short films. 🎥
We’ll learn about Florida’s Aquifer, some of the reasons we have quantity and quality problems, and issues you can act on. The films will be followed by a panel discussion where subject matter experts can help you form an action plan for your local community.A few of us from CFR are planning to attend. 🚙 We encourage carpooling. Feel free to use the discussion field below to indicate if you have seats available to carpool.
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