Trawl To Trash
Log the types and quantities of marine debris you collect with your Trawl to Trash stow bag to help us gather data.
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What is Trawl to Trash?
Trawl to Trash is a program where discarded trawl nets are upcycled into trash collection bags called stow bags. These stow bags are created by local commercial shrimpers to earn extra money during their off-season.
Worldwide, worn-out and abandoned fishing gear, one form of marine debris, is a leading contributor to trash in the oceans.
Trawl to Trash stow bags help reduce marine debris in two ways: first by reusing old nets, and second by encouraging people on the water to collect litter in the bags.
How Can I Participate?
We give out Trawl to Trash stow bags at events throughout the year. Check back at this page to see upcoming events, or contact us for more information.
For shrimpers interested in joining the program, contact us to get involved.
Trawl to Trash Video: How to Make a Stow Bag From an Old Shrimp Net
Questions
Brooke Saari, Coastal Environmental Quality Specialist