July 5 2026 Dirtiest Day of the Year Beach Clean Up!

Clean up After the 4th of July ! Help keep our public beach clean especially after the July 4th festivities! We will be cleaning up beach starting at Driftwood Shores - from 9 am until noon on Sunday July 5th. 

Master Recyclers of Florence and The City of Florence Environmental Management Advisory Committee (EMAC) along with County Transfer and Recycling (CTR) will be hosting the event. Thanks to Lane County Parks for their support and Driftwood Shores for their collaboration! Volunteers will get a "reward" for their efforts! Come and join us ! 
Thank you for doing your part to protect the ocean, wildlife and environment! 
 

Advanced Registration: Is required. Please sign up (green button below) ahead of time to guarantee your spot.

Meeting Location: Heceta Beach County Park Parking Lot

Address: 88480 1st Street Florence, OR 97439 | Map Link

What to Bring: Please wear closed-toed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, and bring a backpack for hands-free convenience. Feel free to bring your personal tools if available and a reusable water bottle to support our sustainability efforts.

What's Provided: Bags, trash grabbers, and fun!

Restrooms: There is a restroom provided on site.

Parking: County Parking lot - No pass required for the day!

Transit: Not available nearby

Accessibility: This area is accessible for folks with mobility concerns.

Translation Services: There will be a Spanish speaker present at this event.

Participant Age Guidelines: Recommended for Ages 13 and Up

Groups: If you'd like to register a group, please create a team first. For detailed instructions, review our Teams Guide.