Litter pick program achievements 

Wow, how amazing is that?! 🦁🦓🌿 The 20th Wyre Forest Scouts Bewdley Beaver colony really stepped up this week by helping out at the safari park to clean up litter and protect the wildlife! 🌍🚯 The kids had a blast and will never forget this incredible experience. Huge thanks to West Midlands Safari Park for allowing them to pitch in and make a difference! 🐾👏 Thank you to the parents and leaders for organizing such a fun and impactful activity! Let's keep the safari tidy and continue to make a positive impact on our environment! 🌟🌏 #SafariPark #ProtectWildlife #LitterPick #AdventureCleanup #BeaverColonylitterwarriors 🌟🦒🌳 Keep Britain Tidy #LitterHeroes Thank you to Wyre Forest District Council for sponsoring the little litter warriors activity equipment so that so many children in our communities groups can engage in such an important educational activity.

I was honored to be invited back to Westlands First School in Droitwich to conduct 4 litter workshops for 113 pupils. The enthusiasm and dedication shown by the students in collecting litter was truly commendable. It was heartening to witness their commitment towards ensuring a cleaner environment. The fact that they managed to gather 8 bags of litter, including items dating back several decades, is a testament to their hard work and the magnitude of the issue. This experience also served as a stark reminder of the lasting impact of plastic litter on our environment and the importance of preserving the natural habitats of our wildlife. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the students and teachers for their outstanding efforts.

11th Wyre forest Beavers Harkaway colony litter picked Springfield park in #kidderminster. Their care, love and sheer determination to collect every piece they could see was incredible. They were determined to reach as many pieces as possible from the stream using the long picker and managed to collect four bags of rubbish, a shopping basket, toy pram and much more. Their oldest litter find is still being investigated but they also found a 1983 & 2000 crisp packet. Huge well done to our eco warriors you really did make your community proud. Huge thank you to Hightown beach clean group for the beach litter donation to the educational program. Thanks to my Wyre Forest Scouts leaders family for supporting the litter pick activity. Thanks to Wyre Forest District Council for the community group equipment donation. #LitterHeroes #litterpicking #educationmatters Keep Britain Tidy #SkillsForLife

Plastic pollution and litter are significant environmental challenges that require education and awareness to address. Recently, I had the opportunity to revisit Droitwich High School to present the litter program to the new year 8 students. During two "Our Planet" assemblies, I emphasized the extent of plastic pollution in our oceans and the widespread littering of our beaches. By raising awareness of these issues, we can inspire individuals to take action in reducing plastic waste and properly disposing of litter. It is crucial to educate students and communities on the impact of plastic pollution and the importance of preserving our natural environment for future generations. The Our Planet assembly showcases the positive impact of the ocean clean-up project, aiming to inspire students with a proactive approach to environmental conservation. The assembly introduces them to Boyan Slat, the founder of the project, who developed the idea as a student. In addition, litter workshops are designed to be engaging and impactful, emphasizing the importance of adopting a reuse and sustainable lifestyle. By focusing on the success of the clean-up project and the potential impact of individual actions, students are encouraged to recognize the significance of their role in preserving the planet. This approach aims to instill a sense of empowerment and responsibility in the younger generation. Karen would like to express gratitude to Wychavon Council for their alignment with our shared long-term strategy to combat litter in the district's communities. By working together, we hope to promote a reusable society and instill a sense of responsibility in the next generation to care for their community spaces and respect the local wildlife. This collaboration will contribute to creating cleaner and more sustainable environments for all residents. We look forward to continuing our partnership with Wychavon Council to achieve our common goal of reducing litter and fostering a culture of environmental stewardship. Thanks to Paws on Plastic Richard & Hightown beach clean group for sending me their beach litter pick waste for this program. It has been a very impactful showcase for the pupils and the teachers. www.theoceancleanup.com

Plastic pollution and litter are closely connected environmental issues. They both contribute to harmful impacts on ecosystems and wildlife, therefore i t's important to bring current and relevant information to educational programs, especially when it comes to teaching children about environmental issues such as littering. Seeing and physically engaging with the topic can enhance learning experiences for young students. I want to extend my gratitude to Richard from Paws on Plastic in West Cornwall, who generously provided beach litter for our educational program. Sorting through the litter today was an eye-opening experience, and I'm excited to display it for high school students tomorrow. I also want to thank Richard of Kernow Transporters Ltd for his support. This initiative aims to raise awareness about the impact of littering and inspire the next generation to become LitterHeroes. www.kernowtransporters.co.uk www.pawsonplastic.org.uk

Hanbury First School welcomed me back on 16th April 24 to conduct litter workshops for their pupils, focusing on educating them about the current environmental issues and empowering them to take action within their community. The students actively participated in cleaning up their school grounds and nearby areas, uncovering litter dating as far back as 2002. Throughout the day, I led three workshops, reaching a total of 120 pupils and emphasizing the significance of addressing litter pollution. The workshops aimed to inspire the children to become environmental stewards and the heroes of their community by taking proactive measures to combat littering and its detrimental impacts on the planet. The school pupils collected an astonishing 8 bags of litter after filling up over 60 buckets of litter. Well done to all the children involved truly inspirational.

The Beavers from 9th Wyre Forest Scouts Spennells Group had a successful night of litter picking, with 24 Beavers collecting a whole bag of trash in various locations including the park, nature reserve, and around the shops. Their community spirit and dedication to caring for the environment is truly commendable. Kudos to these young environmental heroes for their fantastic effort! 🌿🌍 #Beavers #WyreForest #LitterPicking #CommunitySpirit #EnvironmentalHeroes #ScoutsRock #KeepItClean #ProudLeader. Special thanks to Wyre Forest District Council for sponsoring the equipment for this project with Little Litter Warriors. Keep up the great work, Beavers! 👏

The Squirrel squad from 17th Wyre Forest Stourport Mid Severn Sea Scouts has been doing an amazing job at keeping their local #stourport Riverside park clean! 🐿️ It's truly inspiring to see young individuals making a positive impact in their community, proving that age is just a number when it comes to making a difference. Their dedication to being Little Litter Warriors is commendable and sets a great example for others to follow. Let's continue to support and encourage these cute litter warriors as they shine bright and continue their efforts in keeping our environment clean!