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SUMMARY:New Heal the Bay Volunteer Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Protect what you love! Volunteer with Heal the Bay.\nTake the first step in protecting our oceans\, coastal waters\, and watersheds with Heal the Bay! Join us for our Volunteer Orientation and discover how you can get directly involved in Heal the Bay’s work. Learn about our volunteer programs\, meet like-minded environmental advocates\, and be the first to hear about upcoming events and opportunities. \n📅 Date: Thursday\, May 14\n🕒 Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM\n📍 Location: Heal the Bay Aquarium – 1600 Ocean Front Walk\, Santa Monica\, CA 90401 \nREGISTER NOW \nWhy Volunteer with Heal the Bay?\n\nConnect with a passionate community tackling environmental issues in Los Angeles.\nDevelop valuable personal and professional skills.\nGain the confidence to advocate for a healthier planet.\nEnjoy exclusive volunteer events and opportunities.\n\nBy completing this Volunteer Orientation\, you’ll unlock opportunities to:\n\nMonitor marine protected areas with MPA Watch\nLead beach cleanups as a Beach Captain\nParticipate in Aquarium Volunteer Training\nJoin us for exclusive volunteer events\n\nParking Information:\nThe closest parking is at Lot 1 North and Lot 1 South in Santa Monica. \nThe City of Santa Monica has begun construction at the Santa Monica Pier. Due to this\, our loading and unloading zone is currently unavailable. Guests may still park in Lot 1 North\, but should be aware of potential construction-related blockages. Lot 1 South remains fully open and available for parking.   \nWhat to Bring:\nNo materials are needed. Just bring your enthusiasm and be ready to meet fellow ocean lovers! \n🌊 Ready to make a difference?\nRegister now to start your journey with Heal the Bay and help protect our local coastal waters.
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LOCATION:Heal the Bay Aquarium\, 1600 Ocean Front Walk\, Santa Monica\, CA\, 90401\, United States
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SUMMARY:May Nothin' But Nature Inland Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Nothin’ But Nature: Inland Cleanup at Whittier Narrows\nJoin Heal the Bay for our annual inland cleanup in Whittier Narrows! At this special Nothin’ But Nature clean up\, volunteers will help remove trash and debris from this Los Angeles County waterway before it washes out to the ocean. \nMay 16\, 2026\, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nWhittier Narrows – Blackwill Staging Area\, 12191 Rooks Rd\, Whittier\, CA 90601 \nREGISTER\n \nWhat to Expect\nThis volunteer event is perfect for all ages and experience levels. Whether you’re a first-time volunteer or a seasoned environmental advocate\, you’ll make a measurable impact in just a few hours. \n\nCommunity-driven cleanup\nData collection to support environmental research and advocacy\nEducational insights on local ecosystems and pollution prevention\n\nWhat to Bring\n\nReusable water bottle\nSun protection\nComfortable\, closed-toe shoes\nGloves and cleanup supplies (optional—provided while supplies last)\n\nRegister today to secure your spot and take action for our coastline and waterways.\nREGISTER\n \nSupport the Work Beyond the Cleanup\nConsider making a gift to expand the impact of this work and help keep Southern California’s waterways clean and healthy for all. Donate today.
URL:https://healthebay.org/event/may-nbn/
LOCATION:Whittier Narrows – Blackwill Staging Area\, 12191 Rooks Rd\, Whittier\, 90601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cleanups
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SUMMARY:Virtual Beach Captains Training
DESCRIPTION:Were you drawn to Beach Programs after Volunteer Orientation? Excited to expand your event coordination and science communication skills while networking with like-minded people? Then\, the next step is to become a Beach Captain! As a Beach Captain\, you’ll learn how to coordinate and manage logistics for our flagship beach cleanup events\, including Nothin’ But Sand\, Suits on the Sand\, and Adopt-a-Beach. These events are the face of Heal the Bay and serve as the first introduction for many to our mission. By completing this virtual training\, you’ll be qualified to represent Heal the Bay on the sand at our renowned cleanups\, helping lead volunteers and making a lasting impact on our coastline. \nWhen: Monday\, May 18\, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm \nWhere: Virtual (Zoom) \nWho Should Attend?\n\nIndividuals who want to be leaders on the sand at Heal the Bay events\nThose who desire to immerse themselves in Heal the Bay’s community\nAnyone who enjoys teaching others how to collect data and contribute to science\nPeople who love engaging with diverse groups and inspiring environmental action\n\n* Volunteer Orientation must be completed prior to Beach Programs Training \n** You will receive the Zoom link separately from the confirmation email. Please check your spam folder if you have not received it by the time the training starts. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://healthebay.org/event/may-beach-captains-training/
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SUMMARY:Beach Report Card and River Report Card Press Conference
DESCRIPTION:Ocean water advisories when it rains. \nHigh bacteria levels at the Santa Monica Pier. \nPersistent water quality issues in the heavily urbanized L.A. Basin. \nAt the same time\, many beaches earned strong grades\, and upstream freshwater sites in L.A. County performed consistently well. \nStepping back to see the full picture\, 2025 revealed a complex water quality story\, with strong results in some places and ongoing challenges in others. \nSo what was driving the trends in 2025? Tune in to find out! \nJoin Heal the Bay’s water quality scientists on Instagram on May 20\, 2026\, at 10 AM for the live release of the 36th annual Beach Report Card and 8th annual River Report Card. \nThis is a 12-month look at how the waters you care about are performing\, and what we find has real implications for your health.  \nTune in before Memorial Day weekend to know where it’s safe to swim and why. \n📅 May 20\, 2026 | 10 AM 📍 Live on Instagram only \nBeach lovers\, save the date\, follow us on Instagram\, or sign up for our Blue Newsletter to get the latest water quality updates. \nMembers of the press can contact our communications team to request the press kit and join the invitation list for the press conference. \nFor press inquiries\, please contact: communications@healthebay.org \n  \nDownload Last Year’s Reports\n2024-2025 Annual Beach Report Card\n2024-2025 Annual River Report Card\nRead Our 2024-2025 Takeaways
URL:https://healthebay.org/event/brc-rrc-press-conference/
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