Classes and Events
Surfrider Ocean Beach, Beach Cleanup Volunteer Sessions
Join us to help protect the environment by removing trash from our coastline.
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Presented by Sharp HealthCare
Our local beaches are protected by volunteers, just like you! We welcome you to a fun day in the sand with family, friends, and new acquaintances while removing trash and raising awareness about plastic pollution. Active teamwork, education and fun!
Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel your registration for this event, please call 1-800-827-4277 Monday through Friday, 7 am to 7 pm, or log in to your account to cancel online.
Parking Information
Free parking can be found at this parking lot, as well as the one located a block south, at the corner of Newport Ave. and Abbott St.
Special Instructions
Please also register on Surfrider’s website. https://volunteer.surfrider.org/timeslots/ZIdtEX9S6n
Please make sure to provide a phone number when you register in case, we have to call you with last-minute information
Please account for and include the names of all guests during the registration process. To accomplish this online, please add as many guests as you will have to your registration basket before checkout.
Presenter Information
The Surfrider Foundation is dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world's ocean, waves and beaches through a powerful activist network.
Arrival
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start time to allow plenty of time for parking and registration. CHECK-IN - Once you arrive, please check in by scanning a QR code at the Surfrider station. This is a separate step from registering and is especially important and required for those interested in receiving confirmation of their community service.
What to Bring
- Every participant will need to bring a signed copy of the Surfrider Foundation waiver and release form that will be emailed to you immediately after registration. Anyone under the age of 18 needs a parent's or guardian's signature to participate.
- Please wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothes, hat and your Sharp Lends a Hand T-shirt. Tank tops, sleeveless shirts, open-toe shoes, heels, flip-flops, or sandals are not permitted. It is advisable to wear layers since temperatures can fluctuate depending on where we are working. Masks are welcome, if preferred
- All cleanup supplies will be provided; however, we encourage volunteers to bring their own (gloves, trash grabbers, and a reusable bag to collect trash) if they have them, as our supplies are limited and can sometimes run out.
- Please leave purses, jewelry and other valuables at home. Sharp HealthCare and the Surfrider Foundation will not be responsible for any missing personal belongings.
- Please do not bring any team member who has been sick recently with cold or flu symptoms, stomach /intestinal bugs (nausea, vomiting or diarrhea), fever or other illnesses.
Cancellation policy
If you need to cancel your registration for this event, please call 1-800-827-4277 Monday through Friday, 7 am to 7 pm, or log in to your account to cancel online. If an event is canceled for any reason. You will receive a email notification and a phone call from 82Sharp.
Weather Cancellation Policy
We will hold the cleanup if it is lightly raining. If there is heavy rain, we will cancel the cleanup. You will receive an email notification if this cleanup is canceled.
How do I obtain a Sharp Lends a Hand T-shirt?
The Sharp Lends a Hand T-shirts are not event-specific, so if you have volunteered in a past event, you do not need to obtain another T-shirt. If you are volunteering for the first time, you may pick up your T-shirt at Spectrum by going to the second floor and following the signs to the T-shirt location. We have sizes ranging from child medium to adult XXXL.
The Spectrum building is open from 6 am to 6 pm and you must have your Sharp ID for access into the building. If you cannot come to Spectrum, please arrange to have a Sharp employee pick one up for you. Unfortunately, we cannot interoffice mail the shirts.
Can I bring my children?
Sharp HealthCare encourages our team members to bring their families to our volunteer events whenever possible. Everyone will need a to sign a waiver for this event. Please printout and bring with you.
For more information, please email Sharp Lends a Hand.