What we’re about
We are a group of Plastic Ocean Project volunteers dedicated to keeping our oceans healthy and clean of plastic pollution through regular cleanups, community outreach, and research! Join our group to learn about volunteer opportunities related to this issue in Wilmington and other southeastern North Carolina communities.
OUR MISSION
The Plastic Ocean Project is dedicated to the protection of human and environmental health by mitigating the plastic pollution crisis.
OUR VISION
We envision a world free from plastic pollution by empowering everyone to make more scientifically-informed choices for their health and the environment.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Carolina Beach State Park CleanupCarolina Beach State Park, Carolina Beach, NC
Come join us for a fun afternoon of cleaning up this beautiful state park! The cleanup event will begin with a short educational program including the history of the Lily Pond and park. This cleanup is in partnership with Carolina Beach State Park, Sierra Club Cape Fear, Life Point Church and Friends of Pleasure Island State Parks.
From the visitor center, the Lily pond is about a 20 minute walk in. Volunteers are welcome to stay for any duration throughout the 3 hour event.
Since 2022, POP has helped remove 9,550 pounds of trash from CBSP. Earning 382 trees for Plastic Ocean Project's Trees4Trash initiative.
Come Join us! Can't attend? Consider making a donation instead!
Donate Here### Where: Carolina Beach State Park (1010 State Park Rd, Carolina Beach, NC 28428)
### When: October 10th, from 10am, to 1pm
