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January Dune's Beach Cleanup
Jan
25
10:00 AM10:00

January Dune's Beach Cleanup

Join Us for a Wave of Change at Dunes Beach!

Every 4th Saturday of the month, Sea Hugger is turning Dunes Beach in Half Moon Bay into THE place to be for eco-heroes like YOU. Grab your friends, family, kids, dogs—heck, bring your neighbor, your yoga buddy, or your barista (we love caffeine-fueled energy!)—and let’s team up to kick plastic pollution to the curb. Together, we’re protecting our beautiful marine environment and giving aquatic life the respect and clean waters they deserve.

This isn’t just a cleanup; it’s a movement. While we’re on the sand, we’ll share tips to cut plastic dependency, build sustainable communities, and address the root cause of pollution. Because saving the planet is serious business—but that doesn’t mean we can’t have fun doing it. So, grab your reusable gloves and sunny smiles, and let’s make waves for a better future! See you there, beach warriors!

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First Flush
Sep
12
to Dec 31

First Flush

  • Half Moon Bay, CA USA (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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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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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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
20
1:00 PM13:00

Earth Day Celebration with EGCS

  • The Skate Ramp Lot across from Surfer's Beach (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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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