Little Hands, Big Impact: Kids Beach Cleanup 2026

In celebration of Earth Day, LA County Beaches and Harbors is partnering with Heal the Bay to host a Kids Beach Cleanup at Dockweiler Beach!

Our goal is to inspire and educate a new generation to take action and help create a more sustainable future. This hands-on event is designed especially for kids and families who want to make a positive impact on our local coastline.

This FREE community event will also feature:

• ♻️ Our interactive Can the Trash! booth
• 🎨 An arts & crafts station hosted by reDiscover Center
• 🌊 A Traveling Tidepool experience where kids can explore and learn about fascinating marine life up close

Bring your family and friends and join us for a meaningful, educational morning by the ocean!

Date: Sunday, April 12
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Rain or Shine)

Check-In & Supply Pickup Location:
Dockweiler Youth Center
12505 Vista del Mar
Playa del Rey, CA 90293

We’d love to have you participate! Please review the following important information:

• A signed beach cleanup is required for every volunteer.
• All volunteers must print, complete, and submit a signed waiver to participate.
• Volunteers 12 years & younger must be accompanied by an adult.
• Volunteers under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian.
• Gloves, buckets, and trash pickers will be provided (while supplies last).
• We encourage you to bring your own reusable cleanup supplies to help reduce our environmental footprint.

Please bring:

• Hat
• Sunscreen
• Water
• Refillable water bottle

⏱ Service hour forms will be signed by a beach captain at the end of the cleanup.

Let’s work together to protect our coastline and empower the next generation of environmental stewards. We can’t wait to see you at the beach! 🌊💚

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