Volunteers from Beach Buddies will be tackling an important piece of the Isle of Man's coastline this weekend when they return north to Smeale - one of the Island's main areas for nesting birds.
It won't be long before seabirds begin nesting along this coastline, so Beach Buddies will be spending a number of weeks removing rubbish which has gathered during the winter, concentrating on the smaller items which can kill or harm birds.
This weekend's session starts at 10.30am on Sunday morning when, as usual, all equipment will be provided, including litter pickers, gloves and bin bags, with Beach Buddies disposing of the items afterwards and recycling as much as possible.
Our thanks are due this week to two organisations and one individual who made generous and unexpected donations. Thanks to Ramsey Inner Wheel and Rushen & Western Mann Rotary, and also a local resident in Smeale for their support - very much appreciated.
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