Public Beach Cleanup @ Garrapata State Beach

Lead volunteers to clean up this beautiful beach near Big Sur! Help preserve this diverse ecosystem!

Meet in the dirt pull out on the south-bound side of Hwy 1, approximately 16 mi south of Rio Rd. There is a bus stop nearby as well as designated parking for Garrapata State Beach. Please make sure to exercise caution as there are some steep hills.

Please be sure to:

1. 1. 1. Ensure that all participants sign an SOS volunteer waiver and  CA State Parks waiver submit to SOS staff after the cleanup. Anyone under the age of 18 will require a parent or guardians signature and must have adult supervision throughout the event.
      2. Encourage participants to collect data by using the free Save Our Shores Marine Tally App (Apple, Google) or by using a data card and filling out this form.
      3. Please remain at or near the check-in table for the duration of the event to welcome any late-comers or to welcome back folks who finish early.
      4. Complete an Event Report Back form and send to staff after.
      5. Record your hours.
      6. Return your supplies to the office ASAP and clean your buckets.