March 22nd is World Water Day. Founded in 1993 by the United Nations, this global observance highlights the need for the care and management of the world’s water resources. This year’s theme, “Urban Water Usage” highlights the ongoing challenges we face as urban populations continue to grow.

Check out  http://wwd.surfrider.org     

The Everglades is starved for it. Japanese disaster victims are desperate for it. While we tend to piss it away with mindless, wasteful habits.

Help spread water consciousness next Tuesday and always. Here are some ideas to implement & share: http://wwd.surfrider.org/take-action/   

Surfrider Miami will kick off its 2011 dune restoration work later this month. We’re seeking volunteers to come out and get their garden therapy groove going while doing a really positive thing for our local beach environment. Progress thus far has been awesome Summary of progress slide and our good work will continue with your help.

When: Saturday, February 12th, 9:45 a – 1:00 p

Where: 85th Street & Oceanfront – North end of North Shore Open Space Park 

What: Under the direction of trained biologist and Surfrider volunteer leaders, we will be removing non-native, invasive plants in order to let the naturally ocurring seed bank to sprout and to prepare for planting of native species this summer.

We’ll supply: gloves, healthy snacks, cold water, equipment, training and oversite of the work, waiver forms, community service credits.

Bring: solid pair of shoes, personal sun protection, bathing suit for post ocean dip, container for water (so we can avoid cups) :)