Join Keep Pinellas Beautiful the third Saturday of every month at South Gandy Beach! Volunteers will assist with cleaning the shoreline and mangroves to preserve this vital ecosystem. We can't wait to see you there!
We are partnering with the Ocean Conservancy to host the 2026 International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) with events taking place between September 1st and October 31st throughout Pinellas County. This annual event brings together volunteers in coastal regions to collect, count, and document the trash they find, acting as citizen scientists all over the world. The Ocean Conservancy then uses this data to study marine debris and release a yearly report detailing the most common types of trash found in coastal areas, the total weight of trash collected, and much more.
PLEASE SEE EVENT DETAILS BELOW.
Please note: All participants must be registered. If your group has more than 10 volunteers, please notify Megan Jackson at mjackson@kpbcares.org before registering for this event.
Volunteers under the age of 18 need to be signed in by a parent or guardian. Volunteers under the age of 15 need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the duration of the event.
Special Thank You to Our ICC Sponsors: Pinellas County, City of St. Petersburg, City of Largo, City of Clearwater, Surfing's Evolution & Preservation Foundation, Ron Jon Surf Shop and E&E Gliddon Home Services!
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WHERE TO MEET: We will meet at South Gandy Beach, east of The Getaway about halfway down the beach (See map below). Look for the direction signs, table, and tent!
GPS Coordinates: 27.873217, -82.603486. Please disregard the Eventbrite map above!
TIME: Cleanup will begin at 9:00 am. Please arrive a few minutes early to sign in.
WHAT TO WEAR: Volunteers should wear closed toe shoes such as boots or sneakers, sun protection, and weather appropriate clothing.
WHAT TO EXPECT: Cleanup supplies will be provided. A water refill station will be available, please bring a reusable water bottle. Volunteers are required to sign our waiver upon arrival. There are no public restrooms onsite.
PARKING: Free parking is available along the shoreline and grass.
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**Please Note: No need to print a ticket **
VOLUNTEERS WILL BE NOTIFIED VIA EMAIL IN THE EVENT OF A CANCELLATION
If you have any questions, please contact Megan Jackson, Program Coordinator, at mjackson@kpbcares.org or 727-533-0402.
