Spring Break brings fun, but it also impacts local communities and the environment. In Florida, especially in Pinellas County, it's important to act responsibly by disposing of trash, respecting wildlife, and swimming safely. Keep Pinellas Beautiful reminds us to protect the beaches, especially during sea turtle nesting season. Enjoy your break responsibly—leave only footprints!
Read MoreTo kick off this year’s Greatest American Cleanup (GAC), Keep Pinellas Beautiful (KPB) is hosting a BeBot Beach Tour from February 28th through March 8th. Volunteers will work alongside the BeBot and make an impact on their local environment as we kick off the GAC!
Read MoreAttention all nature lovers! Join Keep Pinellas Beautiful (KPB) in the global celebration of Arbor Day on Friday, April 26th. This special occasion promotes the significance of planting trees and caring for our environment.
Read MoreHave you ever wanted to see a gentle giant up close? Florida manatees, also known as sea cows, are amazing creatures that visit the state's warm springs during the winter months.
Read MoreEach year, Pinellas County greets over 14 million tourists eager to vacation on our beautiful beaches and enjoy the yearlong summer weather. With the holiday season right around the corner, tourism across Florida will reach its peak. While this is a great boost for our local economy, the increased foot traffic can be harmful to our environment and waterways. Fortunately, there are sustainable ways to travel while still enjoying a relaxing holiday.
Read MoreThis month, Keep Pinellas Beautiful (KPB) is teaming up with Tampa Bay Water's Imagine a Day Without Water campaign to highlight the importance of water and keeping our waterways healthy.
Read MoreKeep Pinellas Beautiful (KPB) received a grant from Restore America’s Estuaries (RAE) and partner CITGO to assist in revitalizing High Point community located in the heart of Pinellas County.
Read MoreOcean and waterway trash ranks as one of the most serious pollution problems. Far more than an eyesore, a rising tide of marine debris threatens human health, wildlife, communities and economies around the world. Ocean trash is entirely preventable, and by collecting data, you can be a part of the solution.
Read MoreThis September, we celebrate National Honey Month, which aims to bring awareness to the importance of bees and the benefits of beekeeping.
Read MoreSea turtle nesting season starts May 1st and continues through October 31st. In this edition of Education Corner, I will be providing some information about sea turtles and three activities for kids focused on sea turtle conservation.
Read MoreTo celebrate this year’s International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem, learn more about these unique trees, why they are important, and what you can do to protect their ecosystems here in Pinellas County.
Read MoreAfter a stay, give it away! That’s the tagline of our new partner, Vacation Donations, whose mission is to reduce waste in vacation rentals. Founder Diane Daniel gives travelers and property managers/owners in her community of Indian Rocks Beach (IRB) resources for conveniently donating items and food when guests check out. She’s also supplying other Pinellas communities (and beyond) handy tips about how to combat vacation rental waste.
Read MoreAround the nation, people will join together for the Great American Cleanup to beautify their communities and make a difference in the environment. This year, the Great American Cleanup will occur from March until June.
Read MoreMeet BeBot. In this edition of Education Corner, we will dig into learning more about what a BeBot is and provide various activities to conduct with your children at home.
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