Chris joins Keep Lee County Beautiful as the new Lehigh Acres Litter Prevention Coordinator. Originally from New Jersey, he moved to Southwest Florida in 2019 to attend FGCU, where he earned degrees in marine and environmental science. With three years of experience at the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Park Service, and in consulting, Chris has seen firsthand the impact of littering and poor waste management. He’s excited to help keep Lee County clean and beautiful, and looks forward to working with the community to make Florida a cleaner place!

Still Time to Apply! The KLCB Youth Council is open to students ready to serve their community and build leadership skills. Don’t miss out—apply now or contact Jenn@klcb.org to learn more.

We’re teaming up with Point Ybel Brewing Co. for an exciting Cornhole Tournament! Board sponsors will receive a custom, regulation-size cornhole board, hand-stained with your company logo—a lasting way to showcase your support. Sponsorships are limited, so don’t wait! Click here to secure your custom board today! Email Tisha@klcb.org with questions.

Foursomes are nearly sold out! This is your final chance to grab a spot in our upcoming tournament on October 17th. Gather your team and register today.

Not golfing? You can still get involved—we’re collecting raffle and auction items to make the event a success. Contact Tisha@klcb.org to donate.

With the school year underway, now’s the perfect time to enrich learning with our free environmental education lessons. Ready-to-use and engaging, they’re perfect for classrooms, camps, or community groups. Learn more here or email Jenn@klcb.org to bring them to your group.

Spots available to join our Monofilament Madness cleanup of the Estero Bay on October 25th! Launch available from Salty Sam's Marina and the Mound House. Registration for FMB cleanup is NOW OPEN! Volunteer appreciation lunch immediately following at Parrot Key. Click here to register or email Sarah@klcb.org for details.

Looking for a night out the whole family will love? Come enjoy native plants, hands-on learning, and plenty of fun! We’ll have light refreshments and activities for all ages. $10 cash donation per card. Don’t miss out—register here.

Come together to swap gently used books, puzzles, and board games! Keep them from becoming waste and find something new to enjoy! All genres, all styles, all ages! Click here to register.

Lee County Solid Waste will be holding Household Chemical Waste collection events on the following date:

October 8th: 9am-1pm - Bonita Springs

October 11th: 8am-12pm - Lehigh Acres

October 22nd: 9am-1pm - Estero



Visit the Lee County Solid Waste webpage for details and a list of items that are accepted.

Our Education Specialist brought environmental lessons to 4th and 5th grade at Ray V. Pottorf Elementary. The students learned how protecting native flora and fauna keeps our ecosystems healthy, and why everyday actions—like recycling and reducing litter—make such a big difference. Email Jenn@klcb.org to schedule her at your school.

More than 500 volunteers joined Keep Lee County Beautiful across 25 sites, removing nearly 3,000 pounds of litter and debris from local waterways during the Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup. This global effort not only protects wildlife and habitats but also contributes vital data to combat plastic pollution worldwide. Thank you to all the volunteers and sponsors!

We’re proud to honor the Rotary Club of Cape Coral with a special ribbon cutting for their dedication to the Adopt-A-Road program! Their efforts help keep our roadways clean and our environment healthy. Want to make a difference in your own neighborhood? Join this network of committed volunteers by emailing Jenn@klcb.org.

Volunteers took to the water by boat, kayak, canoe, paddleboard, scuba, and on foot for our 6th annual cleanup of Captiva’s local waters and shoreline. Participants enjoyed a beautiful day of conservation followed by a well-deserved volunteer appreciation luncheon by the water. Together, they made a lasting impact on our coastal environment!

Please join us in welcoming our newest Youth Council members: Zachary Wilson (Cape Coral High), Kellan Suriyasena (Dunbar HS), Ava Bernhardt (NFM High), and Samira Turnage (Canterbury).



Not pictured: Madison Gallant (Gateway High), David Romero (Hibernian Private), Lucas Gomez (Gateway High), and Miley Rodriguez Bombino (Cape Coral High)

Thank you to these employees from Reworld for volunteering their time to clean up our community, removing 123 pounds of trash. Their commitment to keeping Lee County beautiful is a shining example of community partnership in action. Email Sarah@klcb.org to get involved.