Indian Rocks Beach Trash Tribe

09/01/2026

Indian Rocks Beach is considering a ban on ci******es and va**ng on the beach, with local cleanup groups saying cigarette litter is one of the biggest problems they see.

For about five years, Indian Rocks Beach Trash Tribe has organized shoreline cleanups, and founder Jenn Privalle says cigarette butts are the most common item volunteers find.

Keep Pinellas Beautiful also points to the scale of the problem, citing an estimate of about 150 BILLION cigarette butts littered in the U.S. every year. Filters contain plastic and can break down into smaller pieces that affect beaches and wildlife.

City officials say beach-cleaning equipment often can’t pick up the butts, leaving them behind in the sand and surrounding environment.

The proposed ordinance would ban ci******es and v**e devices on Indian Rocks Beach. Repeat violations could bring fines of up to $500 or 60 days in jail, though Mayor Lan Vaughan says the goal is compliance.

The next reading is set for Sept. 8 at 6 p.m. at Indian Rocks Beach City Hall.

Should ci******es and va**ng be banned on Indian Rocks Beach? 🚭👇

08/28/2026

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When people think of ocean pollution, they picture plastic bottles,...

08/28/2026

🚭 14 Years Later…it’s time IRB! Proud of you for finally fighting for this change.

Fourteen years ago (see the throwback video attached), the community was already talking about the impact of cigarette-butt litter on Indian Rocks Beach. Year after year, cigarette butts have continued to be one of the small but persistent items we encounter during beach cleanups.

Now, 14 years later, Indian Rocks Beach is preparing to vote on a complete smoking ban on the beach (other than filterless ci**rs I believe).

For the Indian Rocks Beach Trash Tribe amazing volunteers, this issue has always been about more than what we can pick up during a cleanup. Cigarette filters can remain in the environment, break down into smaller pieces, and introduce plastics and chemicals into the sand and water. They’re also something wildlife can encounter or mistake for food.

It’s pretty remarkable to look back at where this conversation started and see where our community is today.

Whatever happens with next week’s vote, we’re proud that protecting our beach, Gulf and wildlife continues to be part of the conversation. 🌊🐢💙

Leave only footprints.

The City of Indian Rocks Beach wants to strengthen its litter ordin...

08/17/2026

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55 baby sea turtles died after crawling toward lights instead of the ocean. Anna Maria Island conservation group volunteers tell Tampa Bay 28's Haley Zarcone that simple lighting changes could prevent more deaths.

05/25/2026

What an incredible Saturday with the IRB Trash Tribe Coastal Cleanup! 💙🐢

A HUGE thank you to the over 70 people who came out to support our mission to help protect our beaches and save the sea turtles. Seeing so many familiar faces, especially people we haven’t seen since the hurricanes, truly meant so much to us. It was such a special reminder of how strong and connected our community is.

Thank you so much to Kim and my neighbor for helping make everything run smoothly.

Live To Dive our favorite family made over five trips and collected over 38 pounds of trash 😇

Raymond James Cares came out full force 💪🏻 Thank you for choosing us as your community event 🗑️

🎟️ Raffle winner walked away with $117. Thank you to everyone who participated.

We are beyond grateful to all of the amazing volunteers who gave up part of their Saturday to make a difference. Your time, energy, and passion are what keep this movement going strong! 🌊♻️

Special thank you to Chicago Jaqx Pizzeria & Tap House and Going Coastal for sponsoring this event. Your support helped make this cleanup such a success, and we appreciate you more than words can say!

Together, we are making a real impact one cleanup at a time. 💙🐢

05/24/2026

05/23/2026

Men’s wedding band found at the IRB beach clean up today 💍

There is an engraving on the inside, claim it if it’s yours.

05/20/2026

Join us this Saturday from 9:30–11:00 at Chicago Jaqx on IRB!

They may not officially be open yet, but that’s not stopping us from enjoying hot dogs and beer for breakfast… if that’s your thing. 🌭🍺🤓

Come out to support our sea life, local community, and Chicago Jaqx while learning a little more about our amazing sea turtles.

Goin Coastal will also have life-size games set up for everyone to enjoy!

Public parking is available on 17th Ave, at Kolb Park, and anywhere else you can legally park nearby.

We’d love to see you there!

Save the Sea Turtles Beach Clean Up on IRB

05/08/2026

🌍🎉 Happy 100th Birthday, David Attenborough 🎉🌍

For an entire century, David Attenborough has opened our eyes to the beauty, wonder, and fragility of our planet. Through his voice, his passion, and his tireless dedication, generations have fallen in love with the natural world and from the deepest oceans to the highest forests, from the tiniest insects to the largest whales. 🐋🌿🦋

But more importantly, he taught us that protecting Earth is not optional, it is our responsibility.

David Attenborough has spent his life documenting the impacts of pollution, habitat destruction, climate change, and the devastating effects humans have had on our oceans and wildlife. Yet he has always reminded us that there is still hope if we act together.

At Indian Rocks Beach Trash Tribe, we honor his legacy by continuing the mission he dedicated his life to:
✅ Protect our oceans
✅ Reduce plastic pollution
✅ Preserve wildlife
✅ Keep our beaches clean for future generations

The greatest gift we can give David on his 100th birthday is action. Every piece of trash removed from our shoreline matters. Every reusable choice matters. Every person who joins this movement matters.

Let’s keep his message alive, not just today, but every day. 💙🌎

“People must feel that the natural world is important and valuable and beautiful and wonderful and an amazement and a pleasure.” — David Attenborough

#100

05/08/2026

🎣 We hope all of the King of the Beach captains enjoyed their endless summer replica license plate sticker.

🌊☀️ The Endless Summer plate isn’t just something you put on your car… it’s a lifestyle. 🚐🏄‍♂️

If you’re going to wear it, LIVE by what it stands for. 🤙

🌴 Respect the ocean and eachother
🌊 Lend a helping hand 🫴🏼
🐚 Honor the surf culture
👣 Leave nothing but footprints
🐢 Protect all wildlife
♻️ Keep our beaches clean for the next generation

Every Endless Summer plate helps support the Surfing’s Evolution & Preservation Foundation, preserving the history, culture, and future.

This isn’t about looking the part.
It’s about living with purpose every time you paddle out, hit the beach, or represent the coastal lifestyle. 🌞🌊

BUY THE PLATE.
SUPPORT THE MISSION.
LIVE THE MEANING. 🤍