Bayfront Cleanup
2023 EVENT RESCHEDULED TO SEPT. 23
The 2023 Bayfront Cleanup has been moved to Saturday, Sept. 23 to align with the Statewide and County events, as well as in recognition of Rosh Hashanah. The event will take place at Seal Point Park.
Saving Our Bay One Cigarette, One Bottle Cap, One Food Wrapper at a Time
In 2022 more than 630 volunteers collected 14 cubic yards of waste and 8 gallons of cigarette butts were collected from our shoreline, lagoon, and San Mateo Creek. We are hoping for even more volunteers in 2023!
The highlight of the event each year is the "Catch of the Day" where volunteers get to show off their most "unusual" finds.
Be prepared to get dirty, have a good time, and help the environment!
Volunteers Needed: Bay Front CleanUp Volunteer Application
Location: Seal Point Park 1901 J. Hart Clinton Dr, San Mateo
Date: Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023
Cleanup: 9:00am - 12:00 pm
Special Notes: We require all minors to be under the supervision of an adult. Also, be sure to wear old clothes and sturdy shoes (no flip flops or open-toed shoes). To reduce waste, please bring a reusable water bottle.
Please review our Safety Guidelines before the event.
Parking may be challenging, but will also be allowed along J. Hart Clinton Drive along the fence line of Seal Point Park. Plan extra time to arrive, and consider taking alternate modes of transportation if possible.
Highlights
- Coffee and donuts in the morning
- Prizes for Heaviest Item, Strangest Item, and Most Valuable Item!
Attention Students!
Volunteer verification forms can be signed after the event near the registration table.
Contact Us
Questions or comments about this event or other Recycling or Waste Reduction events, please reach out to Siliva Pa'uli or call (650) 522-7297.
More Information
For more information and other volunteer opportunities, please visit our volunteer site.
San Mateo’s Bayfront Cleanup is part of the California Coastal Cleanup. If you are busy Saturday morning you can still participate in Coastal Cleanup by downloading the CleanSwell app and clean on your own time! All cleanups during the month of September will count towards our statewide goals.