We’re excited to welcome @clearskiesandseas.bsky.social to the Beyond Plastics Network as an affiliate! The Beyond Plastics Network is an opportunity for like-minded groups to work together to reduce plastic pollution and advance solutions. Learn more: beyondplastics.org/local-groups-affiliates

Thank you for over 600 petition signatures! We can make a difference together! It is essential to keep our ecosystems and neighborhoods clean. If you haven't signed yet, link is in our bio! 🎉

📞A message from 🐋🐬🐠🦭🦢🐢on sustainable celebrations this summer! #reuse #planet #ocean #placticpollution #partyplanning

Balloons Endanger Wildlife: our new feature article with the South Wake Conservationists! 🌳🐾🪶 💡 Learn how balloons hurt wildlife and humans and what you can do to help 🧑‍💻 Read now at the link in our bio! #wildlife #plasticpollution #article #wildliferescue #cleanearth

EarthEcho Marine Plastic Ambassador Ariane Lemaire is leading a clearskiesandseas.bsky.social campaign to reduce balloon litter through citizen science and policy solutions, featured on WRAL! 🎥 https://www.wral.com/news/state/balloon-releases-north-carolina-environment-june-2026/

The growing movement to end balloon releases in North Carolina

Balloon releases may seem harmless, but environmental advocates say they can threaten wildlife, pollute waterways and even cause power outages.

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Farms worldwide are experiencing destructive incidents caused by balloon litter. Discover: ⚠️ Agricultural disruptions 🔬 Statistics of the balloon litter crisis 🧑‍🌾 Real stories from real farmers Read at clearskiesandseas.com/farmer-resources/ #balloonlitter #plasticpollution #farming #environment

🚨🗣️ This is just a sample of the balloons littered on NC beaches in the past months. Thank you to those who remove trash from our coastlines! 🌐 Go to our bio link to report balloon litter! This helps us track trends and develop prevention strategies. Earn a certificate for uploading a photo!

⏰ The time is now - find balloon litter? 📸 Snap a photo and upload it to our website! ✨🌷 Clean your community and contribute to science data! 😎 Earn a certificate! 🤝 Go to clearskiesandseas.com/report-balloon-litter/ ! #volunteering #plasticpollution #litter #science #environment

Thank you for 250 petition signatures!! 🥳 Help us reach out next goal by signing here: c.org/xpwpQVxSJ2 Your support protects North Carolina ecosystems, energy infrastructure, and public safety and health. Celebrate with us eco-friendly-style: bring out the paper confetti! 🎉

👉 Check out our new coloring activities! 🎈Learn how balloon litter impacts animals 🌎 Discover how students can make a difference! The activities are: - Free - Printable Access them at clearskiesandseas.com/youth-resources/ today! #environment #ocean #plasticpollution #curriculum #education

Happy World Environment Day! We hope you can enjoy the outdoors in your local ecosystems. 🐢☀️ Want to help your community’s critters? Pick up litter you see! ⭐️🪷

✨🏝️ Its sea turtle nesting season! 🤕 🐢 Did you know sea turtles can get hurt by balloons? Learn how you can keep hatchlings and their parents safe. ✅ Sign the petition c.org/xpwpQVxSJ2 to take action in just a few seconds! Photo credit: Balloons Blow

We’re excited to share our accomplishments! In under a month, we have: ✅ Collected 100+ petition signatures 🤝 Gained written support of 10 NC organizations 🌎 Reached 1,278 individuals across the globe! Thank you everyone for the outpouring of support! We are excited for what comes next! ✨🌴🐠

Are you a sustainable business, organization, or community group? Lend your voice to increasing sustainability in North Carolina! Sign our coalition letter advocating for measures against pollution and make an impact in your community. clearskiesandseas.com/coalition-sign-on/

Do you find balloon litter on daily walks? Submit a report at clearskiesandseas.com/report-balloon-litter/ and contribute to citizen science! By uploading locations and photos of balloon litter, you add real data to the balloon release ban movement. Thank you for your passion in reducing waste!

After released balloons fall back to earth, they are found by wildlife and farm animals. Deflated, balloons look like food and their strings harm and cause significant fatalities. Skip the balloons and celebrate without costing the lives of beloved creatures. Sign the petition (In bio) 🗣️

On May 13, Emerald Isle joined the growing number of North Carolina towns banning balloon releases! 🙌 This ban marks a significant step towards wildlife protection and public safety. Want to get more involved? Sign the petition and learn more in our bio! 🌊🏄‍♂️

🌱 Want to combat pollution? Apply to join our Youth Team! 🌊 No experience with policy work or environmental studies needed. Bring enthusiasm for teamwork, leadership, and our planet. Open to NC residents across the state ages 18-22! Apply now at clearskiesandseas.com/team/

Did you know we have free, downloadable resources to kick-start action on balloon releases? ➡️ Go to clearskiesandseas.com/resources, get the Advocacy Fact Sheet and Sample Letter to Elected Officials, and become an advocate today! 🐬✨

Sign our petition to stop balloon litter! c.org/rGhsyxn9yn

Welcome to NC Youth for Clear Skies and Seas! ☀️🌊 We are a coalition of young people, organizations, and businesses across North Carolina calling for a balloon release ban. Balloon releases cause up to 20% of power outages nationwide, fires, animal fatalities, and add to the microplastic crisis.