Labor Day Red Rebel Bridge Standout

Every Labor Day Weekend the traffic heading into Cape Cod brings the entrance to the Cape at Bourne Bridge to a halt. Thousands of people in their cars sit in idling traffic heading to their vacation weekend on one of the country's most vulnerable geographical areas to the effects of climate change. This is a great opportunity to get some outreach to the thousands of people that have nothing else do while they idle but hear our call. Let's give them some entertainment and alert them to the fragility of the beach areas we know and love and want to protect.

WHERE TO PARK: it's best to park near the Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists building in the back of the bridge. 11 Bourne Bridge Approach, Buzzards Bay, MA 02532. We will then walk up the path in the back towards the bridge and turn left on the berm of the road. After you park it may look unclear, don't worry! Someone will be around to show you how to get there.

The Red Rebels will be walking the length of the bridge. While they process we will stand on the grassy side area of the bridge with signs and art and visuals to alert people to the effects of the climate crisis on the fragile Cape. This will be about an hour to two hours.

After the bridge portion, the reds will go to Chapoquoit Beach in Falmouth to process in front of folks on the beach which any and all participants are welcome to join (and go for a swim!) Refreshments will be provided.

If you would like to participate as a Red Rebel, please email redrebelsboston@gmail.com If you would like to participate in the bridge or beach portion as a banner holder/supporter, sign up here!

RSVP on this page if you are joining the event.

What to bring: * Art and signs will be provided, but you are welcome to bring any others you have that are on theme for "No New Fossil Fuel Infrastructure" * Sunscreen and comfortable shoes