Upcoming Event – Volunteer for Post 4th of July Fireworks Cleanup

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 organizes a team of Earth Heroes who takes 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. 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 6th | 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
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.
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.