Join Us for California Coastal Cleanup Day! Saturday, September 20, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. - Noon

Seaside, Del Rey Oaks, and Monterey are teaming up to protect our local eco-habitats at Monterey State Beach and Robert’s Lake in Seaside. Be part of California’s largest volunteer event for the environment!

This year, we’re making it extra fun with a “Trashure Hunt”. It's California’s biggest scavenger hunt! Hidden “trash” items at the cleanup sites can be redeemed for valuable prizes.

👉 Sign up here: saveourshores.org/coastal-cleanup

(Scroll down and follow Steps 1–4 to register.)

Who Can Join?
Everyone! Volunteers of all ages are welcome. (Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.)

What to Know

Check-In: Public parking lot north of the Monterey Tides Hotel (2600 Sand Dunes Drive, Seaside).

Waiver Required: Every participant must sign a waiver.

Supplies Provided: Gloves, garbage bags, litter sticks, and more.

Bring Your Own (If You Can): Litter grabber, bucket, and reusable water bottle.

Dress Smart: Comfortable clothes, long pants, closed-toe shoes, hat, and sunscreen.

Snacks Provided! Stay fueled while you make a difference.

About Coastal Cleanup Day

This annual statewide effort, led by the California Coastal Commission and coordinated locally by Save Our Shores, has brought together over 1.5 million volunteers to remove 25+ million pounds of trash from our waterways. Together, we’re protecting wildlife, creeks, rivers, lakes, and coastlines for future generations.

Local Co-Sponsors: Sustainable Seaside, Sustainable Del Rey Oaks, Monterey High School Ocean Advocacy Club, The DeWasters, and the City of Seaside.

✨ Make waves for a cleaner coast—join us on September 20th!