A Wave of Change, One Beach Clean Up at a Time in Newport Beach, CA

Calendar Happens On Mar 16, 2024
Time 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Description

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Join your fellow Orange County families and alumni at the Wedge in Newport Beach for a beach clean up!

 

 

 

We are looking forward to seeing you at Highlander Day of Service. If you can no longer attend, please email chelsea.usher@ucr.edu as soon as possible. 

  

Date: Saturday, March 16, 2024 

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 

 

Time: Please plan to arrive at 7:45 a.m. to check in. The day of service begins at 8:00 a.m. Volunteers should be prepared to stand, kneel, lift, and bend on a regular basis for the duration of their service on the beach. Upon arrival, all volunteers are required to complete a liability waiver. 

 

Address:  2300 Channel Rd Newport Beach CA 92661 

 

Parking: Parking is limited at the Wedge. We recommend carpooling, as there is only street parking  off of Oceanfront, Channel, and E Ocean Blvd. 

 

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Meeting location: We will have a UCR Alumni & Family point person at the Surfrider Foundation tent (indicated on the map with the blue pin) from 7:30 a.m. to 8 a.m.  

 

What to bring:  Please bring gloves, sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle to keep you clean and comfortable. Water may not be available on site, so you are encouraged to bring your own. There are no bathrooms on site, so please make sure you prepare in advance. Day of Service lasts from 8 – 12:00 p.m.  

  

What NOT to bring: No pets are allowed. 
 

Shoe Safety:  Wear comfortable close-toed shoes that you don't mind getting sandy or damp. Please avoid wearing anything that might get damaged by sand and surf. 

Details

Get Connected Icon 7 and older
Get Connected Icon Is Family Friendly
Get Connected Icon Register by Mar 15, 2024
Get Connected Icon Is Outdoors
Get Connected Icon Is Not Wheelchair Accessible

Location

Location Dot Shift The Wedge
2300 Channel Road
Newport Beach, CA  92661