Divers from across the United States andĀ around the world are coming together in an attempt toĀ break the world record for the largest underwater cleanup.
More than 700 divers are expected to take part inĀ the record attempt in Deerfield Beach, Florida, on JuneĀ 15, 2019. Sponsored by local dive centers, PADIĀ® andĀ Project AWAREĀ®, the event brings together the local andĀ international dive communities with dozens of teams includingĀ dive centers, clubs, university groups and membersĀ of the dive industry participating. Marine debrisĀ removed during the event will be recorded via ProjectĀ AWAREās Dive Against DebrisĀ®, an underwater debris data-collection program that improves the health of oceanĀ ecosystems through localized citizen-science effortsĀ and provides valuable information to help inform policyĀ change.
The event is free to the public ā however, a $30Ā administration fee is charged to be part of the recordĀ attempt to help pay for the official judging and otherĀ expenses of an undertaking of this magnitude. ParticipantsĀ are highly encouraged to register in advance priorĀ to the event. Online registration closes June 8th. RegistrationĀ on the day of the event will be $40, cash only. AdvanceĀ registration to be a diver or volunteer (free) is required.Ā Those who choose to participate in the attemptĀ will receive a shirt, a small gift bag and will be eligible toĀ apply for an official certificate of world record attemptĀ participation. Volunteers who are not in the attempt willĀ receive a free event t-shirt and goodie bag.
Register atĀ http://www.racersignup.com/world-record-attempt-largest-clean-up-underwater/.
