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!
Our cleanups go beyond simply cleaning up the beach. Led by our experts, you'll gain an understanding of the crucial role our ocean plays through interactive activities suitable for all ages. You will also learn about the environmental impact of various everyday items to empower you with the knowledge to make more sustainable choices. We’ll bring all of the reusable cleanup equipment and take care of permits and insurance, all you need to do is bring a group of enthusiastic changemakers!
We also measure metrics such as the area of habitat cleaned, the weight of garbage removed, and the number of cigarette butts removed. These data allow you to share your groups’ efforts in a measurable and meaningful way!
*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!
Our Impact so far:
5,314 participants
Nearly 11 million square metres of shoreline cleaned
1,953 kg of garbage and 957 kg of recycling collected
71,176 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