Clean up microplastics and debris from fireworks left behind on the beach before it ends up in the ocean and the mouths of wildlife.

Every July 5th, the Pacific Beach Coalition supports the City of Pacifica by assembling teams of Earth Heroes who take action by cleaning up our streets and beaches after the celebratory traditions of the Fourth of July. Fireworks litter and debris on the streets and from our yards can blow in the wind into San Pedro Creek, Milagra Creek, the Secret Waterfall, and our ocean. When it’s on the beach, it washes out to sea with the tides and becomes harmful marine debris.

There’s nothing more patriotic than saving our fish, sharks, turtles, whales, and snowy plovers by picking up litter left behind from July 4th festivities. You can also choose to celebrate more sustainably by choosing reusable cups, plates, utensils, and napkins. Let’s all do our part to make this the “land free of debris!”

Mark your calendars now and register for a site by signing the online waiver form for you and each person in your party.

July 5th Group Cleanups

*Time is subject to change

Cleanup Date	Time*	Waiver Link	Meeting Place
Sat. July 5th	8AM to 10AM	Linda Mar State Beach	(Pacifica) In the main parking lot
Sat. July 5th	8AM to 10AM	Rockaway Beach	(Pacifica) Old County Road
Sat. July 5th	8AM to 10AM	Sharp Park Beach	(Pacifica) At the start of the levee

Additional July Cleanups

Cleanup Date	Time	Waiver Link	Meeting Place
Sat. July 5th	9AM to 11AM	San Pedro Creek	751 San Pedro Terrace Rd
Sat. July 12th	9AM to 11AM	Sharp Park Beach	At the start of the levee
Sat. July 12th	9AM to 11AM	Montara State Beach	North Parking Lot
Sun. July 13th	9AM to 11AM	Thornton Vista	Roundabout on Thornton Beach Rd
Sat. July 19th	9AM to 11AM	Linda Mar State Beach	In the main parking lot
Sat. July 19th	9AM to 11AM	Esplanade Beach	Top of the stairs on Esplanade Ave
Sun. July 20th	9AM to 11AM	Foster City	Bay Trail at Foster City Blvd and Beach Park
Sat. July 26th	9AM to 11AM	Surfer’s/Harbor Beach	At the boat launch ramp which is also the beginning of coastal trail
Sat. July 26th	9AM to 11AM	Mussel Rock	At the Mussel Rock carpark located at the lower coastal end of Westline Drive

Street To Beach – Special 4th of July Cleanup

Everyone can participate even if you can’t make it to one of our organized cleanups. We encourage you and your peers to go out and clean up your neighborhood and/or your favorite park, river, beach, or trail etc. We often find fireworks debris up to one month after the July 4th so any time after the holiday is a good time to pick up the litter. Read more to find all the information needed to get started with your cleanup and our Street to Beach Cleanup program. Be sure to collect the trash, tally it up, and record your contribution in the Clean Swell app. Include PBC or Pacific Beach Coalition so everyone gets credit.

Who can clean up fireworks debris?

Everyone! We welcome adults, kids, families, seniors, students, groups, teams, and businesses.

What do I bring to a fireworks debris cleanup?

We recommend bringing gloves, a bucket, and a trash picker (if available). We’ll also have supplies on hand for volunteers.