KIDS TALK BACK:Troubled waters

The Coastline Pilot visited seventh-graders at St. Catherine Catholic School and asked, “What can you do personally to help preserve the marine environment?”

“I think we could do a beach cleanup for an entire week, or more.”

Will Anderson, 12

“Getting screens put up on the city’s storm drains.”

Halo St. Clair, 14

“Recycling and volunteering at places like the Pacific Marine Mammal Center.”

Maddie Renezeder, 13

“Educating others about ocean issues.”

TJ Yacap, 13

“Bringing your own bags to the grocery store.”

Alyx Baker, 12

“Picking up after your dog when you’re walking it.”

Savanna Fluter, 12