Heal the Bay - Ocean & Watershed Protection in Los Angeles County

Is Your Beach Dirty?

Stay Safe at the Beach

We’re lucky to have sunny days in SoCal this time of year, but October does mark the start of our wet season. And when it rains in L.A., storm drain runoff impacts our beach water quality.

Spread the Word: Measure W

Measure W is a new water-quality funding measure on the November 2018 ballot in L.A. County. Encourage your social circles to VOTE YES on Measure W this November.

Our Impact

Beach cleanups are just the beginning. Heal the Bay staff work to mobilize L.A.’s many diverse communities to protect our coastline, revitalize our urban waterways, and speak out for smart water policy.

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Become a Wavemaker

Ripples become waves. Join our vibrant community of members by volunteering, attending an orientation, or making a financial donation to protect what you love.

Get Involved

Visit Our Aquarium

Steps from the ocean, an underwater wonderland awaits. Our kid-friendly Santa Monica Pier Aquarium features 100+ species of marine life that live right offshore.

Dive In

Summit to Sea

Healing the Bay starts farther inland than you might think. Take an interactive trip with us as we follow water’s journey from the Sierras to Santa Monica Bay.

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Donate

Make a smart investment: a vibrant Bay and a healthier L.A. With nearly 80 cents of every dollar going directly to our programs, you can donate with confidence.

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