August 2025 Recap: Eco-Teers in Action
August was an inspiring month for the Eco-Teers, filled with community connection, hands-on conservation, and exciting collaborations. From welcoming new volunteers to celebrating partnerships, we saw the power of people coming together for a greener, more sustainable future. Here’s a look back at what we accomplished:
August 2nd – Volunteer/Eco-Teer Booth at Sunrise Athletic Complex
Our booth at the Sunrise Athletic Complex was buzzing with curiosity and conversation! Designed to welcome new members into the Eco-Teers community, the booth also sparked meaningful discussions around sustainability, conservation, and eco-conscious living.
Visitors had the chance to:
Learn about Eco-Teers’ projects and volunteer opportunities
Join in interactive eco-activities
Chat with experienced volunteers and our Eco-Teer Coordinator
Take home free resources on waste reduction, climate action, and local environmental issues
We were thrilled to connect with so many people of all ages who shared our vision for a healthier planet.
August 3rd – Monthly Volunteer Orientation at Flamingo Gardens
Volunteers are the heartbeat of everything we do, and our August orientation at Flamingo Gardens reflected that.
The session gave new volunteers the chance to connect, learn, and feel prepared to make a real difference through environmental stewardship and teamwork.
Next up: Our upcoming orientation will take place on September 28th, 2025 at 11 AM. Interested in joining? Email us at [email protected]
or [email protected] to sign up.
August 23rd – Surfrider Collaboration & Dedication
Collaboration made us stronger — and our recent partnership with the Surfrider Foundation proved just that! Together, we celebrated the official dedication of the Children’s Outdoor Classroom at Flamingo Gardens as an “Ocean Friendly” space.
This recognition highlighted the classroom as a place rooted in sustainable practices, native biodiversity, and environmental education.
With Surfrider volunteers by our side, we:
Cleared large sections of invasive cat’s claw and pothos
Strategically removed roots and vines to prevent regrowth
Restored space for native species to thrive
Shared hands-on eco-restoration techniques with new volunteers
In addition, Eco-Teers introduced new rain barrels for water conservation — a perfect tie-in to Surfrider’s mission of reducing runoff and preventing water pollution.
This collaboration brought new energy, perspective, and community members into our ecosystem restoration efforts. While Surfrider is widely known for coastal protection, their land-to-sea vision aligned beautifully with Eco-Teers’ mission right here in our own backyard.
August 30th – Together We Stand
Eco-Teers attended a project at Together We Stand nonprofit organization in Hollywood from 10am to 1pm.
Eco-Teers learned about the importance of Hydroponics vs. Aquaponics and how to install that into their sustainability practices.
In a time of climate instability, rising food costs, and urban sprawl, communities are looking for resilient, local solutions to feed themselves and reconnect people to the land. Approaches like aquaponics, hydroponics, native planting, and invasive removal aren’t just ecological tools — they are also community tools, helping people come together around shared purpose and place.
Aquaponics & Hydroponics: Growing Together Without Soil
What they are:
Hydroponics: Growing plants in a nutrient-rich water solution without soil.
Aquaponics: A closed-loop system that combines hydroponics with fish farming. Fish waste fertilizes the plants; plants clean the water for the fish.
Eco-Teers assisted in removing overgrown plants invasive and native to learn how an aquaponic table works and the purpose of it. They also assisted in replanting natives and restructuring native habitats.
Whether you’re joining through Eco-Teers, Flamingo Gardens, or both, our monthly orientation is your first step into a rewarding journey of environmental stewardship and community collaboration.
Ready to take part?
Our next Orientation will take place September 28th 2025 at 11am.
You can reach us at [email protected] OR [email protected]
Upcoming Eco-teer Events
September Events:
September 14th 2025 – ADOPT – A – DUNE
Partnership with Surfrider on a sea oat planting project. Join us from 8am to 12pm while we reconstruct a native dune in Pompano.
September 20th 2025 – Happy International Coastal Cleanup Day!
From 9am to 12pm we will be dividing up and cleaning Hugh Taylor Birch State Park AND Pompano Pier!
September 27th 2025 – Happy National Public Lands Day!
October Events:
EcoAction Days start again!! Stay tuned.
