Our Gulf, Our Whale: Beach Cleanup & Action Day Register

Date and Time:
Sat, Apr 18, 2026; 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM  (Eastern)

Organized By: Florida Chapter

Location: 1101 Pier 60, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767, USA

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Our Gulf, Our Whale Beach Cleanup and Action Day🐋☀️

Join Sierra Club Florida, community partners, and fellow ocean lovers for a fun, meaningful day at the beach celebrating the Gulf’s most endangered resident, the Rice’s whale, the only year-round resident whale, and the waters we all share.

In recognition of one of the rarest whales on Earth and the ongoing fight to protect our Gulf, we’re coming together at the shore for a mix of sun, community, and action. We’ll kick things off with a beach cleanup to remove litter and harmful marine debris, followed by a lively banner day to raise awareness and show our collective voice for a healthy Gulf.

The threats to Rice’s whales and every other endangered species in the Gulf are numerous and growing every day under the Trump Administration. Floridians have fought offshore drilling before—because we knew our wildlife, waters, and way of life were at stake—and have won.  Now is the time to show up again for the future of our Gulf, the Rice’s Whale, and our coastal communities.

Here is what to expect if you sign up to volunteer or want to join us at the beach:

9:00 – 9:15 AM | Check-In and Welcome
Arrive, sign in, grab your supplies, and meet fellow volunteers and partners as we kick off the morning.

9:15 – 10:45 AM | Beach Cleanup at Pier 60 | 7 Cswy. Blvd. Clearwater Beach, FL 33767

Roll up your sleeves and help protect our coastline! Join teams led by Clearwater Marine Aquarium and Sierra Club Florida to remove litter and marine debris from the beach.

10:45 – 11:15 AM | Press Conference with Speakers, Whale Visuals, and Advocacy Moment

Rally with local leaders and conservation partners about why protecting our Gulf matters.
Remarks from Sierra Club Florida, Clearwater Marine Aquarium, partner organization, and community leaders

• Life-size Rice’s Whale inflatable and advocacy banner (Our Gulf, Our Whale)
• Group photo, chants, and press conference 

11:15 – 11:45 AM | Beach time and community connection
Stick around to relax, connect, and enjoy the beach! Snap photos with Sierra Club Florida11’s Rice’s Whale banner, meet new people, and help spread the word to others along the shore.

11:45 AM – 1:00 PM | Optional lunch and hangout
Keep the good vibes going with an optional group lunch nearby. Location TBA—stay tuned!

Cost: FREE

Cancellation Policy: Activity is held rain or shine, but may be altered due to inclement weather