Shoreline cleanups
Let’s go to the beach!
About our shoreline cleanups
One 2-hour cleanup outing
Experienced and knowledgeable facilitators
Interactive team-building exercises for your team to have fun and problem-solve together
Educational session to learn about plastic pollution and our local marine animals
Equipment provided to ensure a safe cleanup for groups of 10-100 participants
100% of the proceeds fund educational programs for at-risk youth!
Sea Smart’s shoreline cleanup programs offer a meaningful and engaging way for you to contribute to environmental stewardship while making a positive impact on your local community. Led by our expert environmental educators, these programs go beyond simply collection trash - they provide participants with a deeper understanding of the crucial role our oceans play in the health of our planet.
Through hands-on activities and interactive learning, participants will gain valuable insights into ocean conservation and sustainability while actively helping to preserve local shorelines and waterways. We take care of everything - from providing all necessary cleanup equipment to handling permits and insurance - so you can focus on making a tangible difference for the environment.
Sea Smart’s shoreline cleanup programs are perfect for groups of all sizes, including schools, community organizations, and businesses. Our corporate shoreline cleanups are an excellent opportunity for team building, fulfilling volunteer hours, and demonstrating your company’s commitment to sustainability in a meaningful way.
Join us for a shoreline cleanup and take action for the planet!
*Shoreline cleanups delivered by Sea Smart are only available to groups in the Lower Mainland. There are limited spots available and these will be offered on a first come first served basis.
Book a shoreline cleanup for any group
Schools
Youth Groups
Community Groups
Corporate Teams
Help Sea Smart keep Vancouver’s coastlines clean!
Whether you’re removing a handful of a hundred pieces of trash, your efforts will have a lasting impact. We also provide detailed metrics - such as area cleaned, weight of trash removed and the number of cigarette butts collected - so you can share your group’s achievements with your team and stakeholders.
Our Impact so far:
5,412 participants
Nearly 11 million square metres of shoreline cleaned
1,958 kg of garbage and 962 kg of recycling collected
71,286 cigarette butts recycled
Sea Smart’s shoreline cleanup programs can help:
Strengthen community and boost morale
Encourage meaningful engagements
Create critical awareness about sustainability and important ocean issues
“Sea Smart's beach clean up was well organized from start to finish. The activities were fun and the staff were knowledgeable about marine sciences and the impact of pollution. This was a great team bonding event that I would highly recommend!"
-Zac, Arc'teryx