First Flush
Sep
12
to Dec 31

First Flush

  • Half Moon Bay, CA USA (map)
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We’re excited for First Flush this year and we at the RCD are seeking volunteers for the First Flush program, our biggest annual community science water quality event. First Flush is the first significant rain of the season, when pollutants that have accumulated across the landscape during the dry season wash off the land and can enter storm drains and creeks and eventually flow into the ocean. We are looking for adventurous volunteers to be a scientist for the day to help ensure clean creeks, beaches, and oceans. Tasks include collecting water samples and recording data at sites from Pacifica to Half Moon Bay. These samples will be tested for bacteria, metals, total suspended solids, and nutrients, which can negatively impact humans and wildlife. 

Can you help the RCD by spreading the word to your network? First Flush is open to all, so if anyone at your organization would like to join us during the first big rain of the year, we would love to see you there! As always, thank you for your support and partnership. 

ADDITIONAL INFO: 

Although we are in drought, if we receive rains, they will likely arrive in November or December. This is a one-time volunteer event that will have a positive and long-term impact in our community. No experience necessary. Training provided. Be a Scientist for a day, Water Hero for a lifetime! 

TRAINING MEETING DETAILS: 

Virtual Training on Thursday September 12th 6:00 PM  

In-person Training Saturday September 21st 10:30 AM  

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Blue Friday
Nov
23
10:00 AM10:00

Blue Friday

Join Sea Hugger at Jetty Wave Distillery on Friday, November 29th for a family friendly holiday workshop, including making terrariums with foraged elements and painting 100% recycled cotton totes. We’ll be there from 11 pm - 2 pm, so come by when ya can and learn how to make sustainable holiday gifts with our team. We will also have some of our merch for sale - perfect for holiday shopping for yourself and all the Sea Huggers in your life! Light snacks provided by New Leaf, and no-host refreshments including kid-friendly options.

$30 a ticket - Each ticket includes one blank tote bag, a glass jar terrarium, folded paper gift bags and access to an assortment of upcycling crafts/supplies.

Suggested ages 5+, but you know your kiddo(s) best!

There will be a special station (for free) with rocks, pine cones, and other natural elements for painting - good for all ages!

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Sep
25
5:00 PM17:00

Patagonia Store Visit

Patagonia San Francisco & Palo Alto are hosting a social event on September 25th from 5 - 8 pm at Fieldwork Brewing Co. in San Mateo to recognize their grantees, provide opportunities for networking amongst a wide range of folks in the environmental field in the Bay Area– and to thank our community for their support! Join us for an evening of food, fun, freebies and new friends. It’ll be a blast!

More details to come.

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Sep
7
5:00 PM17:00

Rotary Club's Magic of the Coastside Fundraiser

We are stoked to be a beneficiary of the Magic of the Coastside fundraiser on Saturday, September 7th from 5 pm - 9 pm, put on by the Rotary Club of Half Moon Bay Foundation.

Funds raised from this event will help us purchase innovative tools and equipment for our beach cleanups and healthy ocean initiatives.

Join us for an eventful night including Lobsterfest (catered by the New England Lobster Company), pay-as-you-go bar, music by the Irish band, Claddagh, and a silent auction.

$150 per person. Each ticket includes 1 full lobster, shrimp, sausage, bread, corn cobs, potatoes, and a no host bar.

Proceeds support our organization as well as the Boys and Girls Club of the Coastside .

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World Oceans Day with Arunay Foundation
Jun
8
10:00 AM10:00

World Oceans Day with Arunay Foundation

We are thrilled to partner with local nonprofit, Arunay Foundation, for a World Oceans Day event on Saturday, June 8th at Dunes Beach from 10 am - 12 pm filled with ocean safety, a beach cleanup, and connecting with the community in Half Moon Bay.

Join us after the cleanup at Nano's Hawaiian Restaurant (523 Main Street, HMB 94019). We’ll be grilling on the back patio and enjoying each other’s company. 10% of the proceeds from the sale of all food and drinks sold between 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm will be split between our two organizations (Sea Hugger + Arunay Foundation). Come by and celebrate World Oceans Day with us!

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One Ocean Festival
May
18
12:00 PM12:00

One Ocean Festival

The One Ocean Festival is back and will bring together several talented musicians and like-minded nonprofits to celebrate our beautiful coastside. Listen to some great music, learn about some of the local environmental nonprofits, and enjoy some delicious available refreshments from the San Benito House.

Bring low backed chairs for lawn seating for the music  Get ready for the Festival Passport activity. Swing by each table, collect stamps, and snag a shiny poster sticker as your ultimate prize!

This event is FREE and family-friendly. We hope you can join us in the fun!

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Every Day Is Earth Day Cleanup (April Beach Cleanup)
Apr
27
10:00 AM10:00

Every Day Is Earth Day Cleanup (April Beach Cleanup)

We’re celebrating Earth Day at our regular cleanup at Dunes Beach from 10 am - 2 pm! Thanks to the generosity of Plaine Products, we will have some plastic-free goodies for attendees. Come early to make sure you can get yours!

Please be sure to register in advance for this event so we can get an accurate headcount for supplies!

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Apr
25
9:00 AM09:00

Tabling At Spangler's Market

Come Talk Trash With Us (Marine trash, that is!)

We will be set up outside of Spangler's Market on April 25th! Come by to learn more about what we do and how you can help us protect our oceans!

We’ll have some merch available for sale as well. The perfect opportunity to snag some early Mother’s Day and Father’s Day gifts (or a gift for yourself… we’ve got it all!).

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Apr
20
1:00 PM13:00

Earth Day Celebration with EGCS

  • The Skate Ramp Lot across from Surfer's Beach (map)
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El Granada Community Services District is having an Earth Day Event on April 20th from 1:00-3:00p.m. at their parking lot on Obispo Road (the skate ramp lot across from Surfers’ Beach).

Join us along with Recology, SMC Household Hazardous Waste and other local organizations to share in our love for the Coastside!

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Zero Waste Fest
Apr
6
10:00 AM10:00

Zero Waste Fest

  • West Bluff Picnic Area at Chrissy Field (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The 2024 Zero Waste Fest will take place at the West Bluff Picnic Area near Chrissy Fields on April 6th from 10 am - 2 pm! Join us for an exciting day including wetsuit repair demos, silent disco, yoga, education stations, paddle boarding and other water activities provided by City Surf Project, food, and reusables provided by Plastic Free Future.

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Mar
23
12:00 PM12:00

6th Birthday Shellebration!

Join us in celebrating 6 years ‘round the sun!

We’ll be at The Barn after our beach cleanup for some casual hangs and delicious eats!

Come enjoy some awesome farm-to-table family-friendly food and drink and a portion of all sales will be donated to Sea Hugger!

Thanks to our Sea Hugger community for helping us achieve this milestone - you’re jawesome!

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Mar
22
to May 26

Ripple Effect: Protect What You Love

An art show honoring Mama Ocean!

Curated by Monica Dowell and DeeDee Hunt, discover the mesmerizing work of Monica Dowell, an eco artist. Through her designs, she uses her creative abilities to draw attention to climate change. For over 30 years, she has been collecting shells, sea glass, driftwood, and ephemera from coast to coast including Hawaii and Mexico. Her goal is to engage young beachcombers with her art and educate them on how we can combat the growing climate crisis.

15% of all sales of Monica's work will be donated to our ocean programs

Also featuring the work of a great collection of artists who are inspired by Mama Ocean.

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Dec
28
to Dec 30

Beach Break Film Festival

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Beach Break Entertainment’s Film Festival is back! With a bunch of great films including “Soul of the Ocean,” a film about the complex world within our oceans and how we all play a part in its story.

We have partnered with Beach Break Entertainment to provide reusable stainless steel cups for purchase at the event, with $1 from each purchase supporting our ocean protection programs.

Head to their site to view the lineup and purchase tickets!

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Dec
16
2:00 PM14:00

Winter Solstice Terrarium Fundraiser

Join us at The Coastal Vine for an afternoon of fun. We'll be there from 2 pm - 5 pm building terrariums from foraged items and repurposed containers. These make beautiful gifts for you or your loved ones, and are so simple to make. We hope to see you there!

This is a 21+ event. Tickets are $25 per person, with proceeds supporting our 2024 ocean protection programs.

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Dec
1
4:00 PM16:00

Nights of Lights Block Party

Swing by our table at this year’s Nights of Lights Block Party on Friday, December 1st. Booths are open from 4 pm - 8 pm. Come say hi and pick up some gifts for the Sea Hugger in your life (window shop - or order - here). We’ll be located on Artist’s Row on Kelly Avenue. The event is complete with a lighted parade featuring Santa Claus, starting around 6:15 pm - come early to get a good spot and have first dibs at our merch! Plus, the first 30 kids will get a DIY ornament kit from our team!

Visit with Santa at Mac Dutra Plaza after the parade, shop around for gifts and local goods, and let your kiddos play at the Kid’s Zone. You can even check out the floats and cars after the parade on Main Street!

Parade sponsored by Republic Services!

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Nov
24
12:00 PM12:00

Blue Friday Holiday Workshop

Join Sea Hugger at Jetty Wave Distillery on Friday, November 24th for a family friendly holiday workshop, including making terrariums with foraged elements and painting 100% recycled cotton totes. We’ll be there from 12 pm - 3 pm, so come by when ya can and learn how to make sustainable holiday gifts with our team. We will also have some of our merch for sale - perfect for holiday shopping for yourself and all the Sea Huggers in your life!

Enjoy live music by Ella Harp, light snacks provided by Spangler’s Market, and no-host refreshments including kid-friendly options.

$30 a ticket - Each ticket includes one blank tote bag, a glass jar terrarium, folded paper gift bags and access to an assortment of upcycling crafts/supplies.

Suggested ages 5+, but you know your kiddo(s) best!

There will be a special station (for free) with rocks, pine cones, and other natural elements for painting - good for all ages!

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