Earth Day Cleanup: Blackthorn Skyway

Keep Pinellas Beautiful is excited to announce the 2026 Great American Cleanup (GAC) taking place from March 1st – June 30th. This Keep America Beautiful signature event engages thousands of volunteers, removing litter and beautifying locations throughout Pinellas County. The success of our mission relies on the engagement of residents to take responsibility within their own neighborhoods. Our partners and volunteers are individuals, families, students, civic organizations, businesses, and government entities who all want to improve the environmental health of the community in which we call home.

Please help us exceed last year’s accomplishments by joining Keep Pinellas Beautiful for this year's Great American Cleanup at Blackthorn Skyway! Volunteers will assist with cleaning the mangroves and shoreline. We can't wait to celebrate Earth Day with you!

Please Note: Volunteers under the age of 18 must be signed in by an adult.

Special thanks to our GAC sponsors: Pinellas County, FDOT, Surfing's Evolution & Preservation Foundation, Ron Jon Surf Shop, Waste Pro, Molex, City of St. Petersburg, City of Largo, City of Clearwater.

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WHERE TO MEET: USCGC Blackthorn Memorial Sunshine Skyway Rest stop - Cleanup check-in will be located near restrooms. View in Google Maps here.

TIME: 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM - Please arrive a few minutes early to sign in.

WHAT TO WEAR: Closed toe shoes are required. We recommend volunteers wear sun protection and weather approriate 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.

PARKING: Free parking is available on site. Please see map below.

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**Please Note: No need to print a ticket **

VOLUNTEERS WILL BE CONTACTED VIA EMAIL IN THE EVENT OF CANCELLATION

If you have any questions, please contact Megan Jackson, Program Coordinator, at [email protected] or 727-533-0402.

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