Del Mar Community Cleanup Aims to Keep Beaches Green

Volunteers will collect litter and enjoy a complimentary breakfast hosted by local lifeguards.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 11:39pm

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An abstract, impressionistic photograph of a coastal landscape, with soft, blurred shapes in warm, earthy tones representing the beach, ocean, and sky, conveying a sense of tranquility and environmental preservation.Volunteers will work together to keep Del Mar's beaches clean and protect the local coastline's natural beauty.Del Mar Today

The Del Mar Village Association is hosting a community cleanup event to help protect the local coastline and promote sustainability. Volunteers will gather at the 17th Street Del Mar Lifeguard Station before fanning out across the beach, parks, and nearby streets to collect litter. The Del Mar Lifeguards will provide a complimentary breakfast of eggs and pancakes to fuel the cleanup efforts. Participants will use baskets from the Del Mar ShoreSaver Program, a local environmental initiative, to gather waste and keep the beaches pristine.

Why it matters

Del Mar's picturesque coastline and natural beauty are vital assets for the local community and economy. This cleanup event aims to prevent pollution, support ecological health, and demonstrate the community's commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

The details

Volunteers will use baskets provided by the Del Mar ShoreSaver Program, a partnership between the Del Mar Village Association, the City of Del Mar, EDCO, and Relic Coastal Collaborative, to collect litter across the beach, parks, and nearby streets. The Del Mar Lifeguards will host a complimentary breakfast of eggs and pancakes for all participants to enjoy after the cleanup.

  • The community cleanup event will take place on April 18, 2026.
  • Volunteers will meet at the 17th Street Del Mar Lifeguard Station before the cleanup begins.

The players

Del Mar Village Association (DMVA)

A local organization that promotes the economic and cultural vitality of Del Mar Village, the historic downtown district of Del Mar, California.

Del Mar Lifeguards

The team of lifeguards responsible for patrolling and maintaining the safety of Del Mar's beaches.

Del Mar ShoreSaver Program

A pioneering environmental initiative led by the DMVA in partnership with the City of Del Mar, EDCO, and Relic Coastal Collaborative, designed to keep Del Mar's beaches pristine and promote ecological health.

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What’s next

Volunteers are encouraged to register for the event in advance through the Del Mar Village Association's website to help organizers plan for the cleanup.

The takeaway

This community cleanup event demonstrates Del Mar's commitment to environmental stewardship and preserving the natural beauty of its coastline. By working together to collect litter and support sustainability initiatives, residents can make a lasting impact on the local ecosystem and set an example for other coastal communities.