Submitted by San Juan County.

“Even just committing to one action helps,” urged Katie Johnson, marine project coordinator for San Juan County. She’s referring to Plastic Free July, a challenge that encourages millions of people around the world to find ways to cut back on their plastic consumption throughout the month. “Whether it’s bringing your own bags, saying no to plastic utensils, or helping clean a beach, every action matters,” said Johnson.

San Juan County officially declared the month of July as Plastic Free in 2021 to address the growing issue of plastic pollution washing up along our island’s shorelines. These efforts are important for protecting marine ecosystems, wildlife and human health. Plastics in the ocean can break down into microplastics that enter the food web. Marin

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