Hands Across the Sand (2.12.10)
from www.handsacrossthesand.com
This Saturday, February 13th the Citizens of Florida
will have an opportunity to show their opposition to oil drilling
as close as 3 to 10 miles off our coast. This movement will be
made of people of all walks of life and will cross political affiliations.
This movement is not about politics; it is about protection of
our shoreline, our tourism, our valuable properties and our way
of life. Let us share our knowledge, energies and passion for
protecting our waterways and beaches from the devastating effects
of oil drilling.
Hands Across The Sand…
We are Protesting to Protect
Hands Across The Sand is devoted to protecting our
coastline and waterways from the devastating environmental effects
of oil exploration and support industries.
Mission Statement
1. To raise awareness about pending Florida legislation
to drill for oil in our coastal waters.
2. To organize a statewide coastal movement to protest this legislation.
This protest will bring thousands of Florida's citizens to our
beaches and will draw metaphorical and actual lines in the sand;
human lines in the sand against near shore oil drilling in our
waters. This event will be held on Saturday February 13, 2010.
3.To convince our Legislators and Governor to drop
any and all Legislation that would allow this folly.
What To Do On…
February 13, 2010
STEP 1 Go to the beach at 1:00 PM Eastern/12:00
PM Central Time for one hour, rain or shine.
STEP 2 At 1:30 PM EST/12:30 PM CST, join hands for
10 minutes forming lines in the sand against oil drilling in our
coastal waters.
STEP 3 Leave only your footprints.
Tips of the Day…
Use only approved beach accesses and parking.
Create as long a line or as many lines as you wish.
Be courteous and respectful to those who disagree with your view.
…enjoy yourself, it's the beach!
Pinellas County Beach Locations:
St. Pete Beach:
Upham Beach- 7000 Beach Plaza
Tradewinds/Sirata- 5500 & 6000 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach
Public Beach- 4700 Gulf Blvd (across from Publix)
*There will be free parking at the St. Pete Beach County Park
(on Gulf Blvd. north of 46th Ave., across from the Dolphin Village
Shopping Center) until 2 pm for ‘Hands’ participants.
Treasure Island: (The Hands event takes place in conjunction with
Mardi Gras Beach Midway behind the Bilmar Beach Resort, between
the two access points.)
Bilmar Beach Resort- 10650 Gulf Boulevard (location of the 12
noon press conference with elected officials)
Public Beach- 11260 Gulf Blvd
Public Beach- 104 Gulf Blvd
Pass-a-Grille Beach:
Public Beach- 10th Ave and Gulf Way (north from The Hurricane
Restaurant)
Tarpon Springs:
Fred Howard Park- 1700 Sunset Dr.
Madeira Beach:
Archibald Park- 15200 Gulf Blvd.
Clearwater Beach:
Pier 60- off Causeway Blvd.
Ft. DeSoto Park:
North Beach Bird Sanctuary- 3500 Pinellas Bayway South, St.Pete
(parking near shelter 6)
Indian Rocks Beach:
Public Beach- 1700 Gulf Blvd (across from Guppies Restaurant &
2010 Winterfest Event)
*Indian Rocks Beach County parking lot at 1701 Gulf Blvd. is offering
free event parking.
St. Petersburg:
Lassing Park- Beach Dr. SE at 18th Ave S.
Redington Shores Beach:
Public Beach: 18200 Gulf Blvd.
*Free street parking
Gulfport Beach:
Public Beach- 5500 Shore Boulevard South (next to the Casino)
Belleair Beach:
Morgan Dr. Beach access- Morgan Dr. and Gulf Blvd.
View the complete list of Florida beaches where events are scheduled:
www.handsacrossthesand.org.
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