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Lake Erie recyclable boat float

Submitted by David Beach  |  Last edited October 4, 2010 - 6:44am
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September 11, 2010 - 9:00am - 11:00am

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Lower Edgewater Park Beach Cleveland, OH
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Second Annual Great Lake Erie Boat Float. Watch boats made out of post-consumer recyclable materials race in the lake.

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Are you looking for a fun family-oriented way to teach your kids about the impact of plastic on the environment, or a fun summer project with your friends? Then you should register for the second annual Great Lake Erie Boat Float. Individuals or teams build and float their own plastic boats to help raise awareness about the impact of plastic on our environment. All the boats are made out of post-consumer recyclable materials.

The event is sponsored by the Cleveland Museum of Natural History and Cleveland Metroparks. Registration is now open. To register go to www.lakeerieboatfloat.org.

The event takes place on, September 11, 2010 at the Lower Edgewater State Park Beach. The Boat Launch occurs at 9:00 a.m.

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