Earth Month On The Oregon Coast: SOLVE Volunteer Events Invite Community Action (Photo) - 04/09/26

Portland, Ore., April 9, 2026 – Earth Month is bringing volunteers together along the Oregon Coast for beach cleanups, habitat restoration, and community stewardship projects throughout April. From Astoria to Brookings, events are happening up and down the coastline, offering meaningful ways to protect marine ecosystems and keep Oregon’s beaches beautiful.

As part of SOLVE’s Earth Month celebrations, more than 200 volunteer projects are taking place across Oregon and Southwest Washington throughout April. On the Oregon Coast, volunteers can join beach cleanups, remove invasive species, screen for microplastics, and restore coastal habitats in communities all along the coast.

Featured Earth Month Events along the Oregon Coast

Governor Patterson Memorial State Recreation Site Beach Cleanup
WHEN: Saturday, April 11, 12 pm – 2 pm
WHERE: Governor Patterson Memorial State Recreation Site, Waldport
Join a family-friendly beach cleanup celebrating SOLVE’s coastal roots. Volunteers will help remove marine debris and protect this scenic stretch of coastline. Link to register

Manzanita Beach Cleanup for Earth Month
WHEN: Saturday, April 18, 10 am – 12 pm
WHERE: Manzanita
Celebrate Earth Month on one of Oregon’s most iconic beaches. Volunteers will help remove marine debris, then enjoy refreshments and a sack lunch following the cleanup.
Link to register

Road’s End Spring Beach and Neighborhood Clean-Up
WHEN: Saturday, April 18, 10 am – 1 pm
WHERE: Road’s End, Lincoln City
Join a combined beach and neighborhood cleanup with community partners. Volunteers will remove litter from the shoreline and surrounding areas. Link to register

Warrenton Waterfront Trail Earth Day Cleanup
WHEN: Saturday, April 18, 10 am – 12 pm
WHERE: Hammond Marina / Warrenton Waterfront Trail
Help clean the waterfront trail stretching along the Skipanon River. Volunteers will disperse into teams and return for a group photo after the cleanup. Link to register

Cannon Beach Cleanup
WHEN: Saturday, April 18, 10 am – 1 pm
WHERE: Cannon Beach
Join a large-scale beach cleanup covering areas from Ecola State Park to Arch Cape. Volunteers of all ages are welcome to help remove marine debris and microplastics.
Link to register

Brookings Earth Day Cleanup with Chetco Brewing
WHEN: Sunday, April 19, 10 am – 12 pm
WHERE: Brookings
Meet at Chetco Brewing before heading out to nearby beaches including Mill Beach, Harbor Beach, and Harris Beach for a coastal cleanup. Link to register

Microplastic Screening & Beach Cleanup
WHEN: Thursday, April 23, 10 am – 2:30 pm
WHERE: Rockaway Beach
Help screen for microplastics and remove marine debris in partnership with local community groups and students. Link to register

Two for One Day: Earth Day & Arbor Day Cleanup
WHEN: Saturday, April 25, 10 am – 1 pm
WHERE: Estuary Trail, Florence
Celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day with invasive plant removal, trail cleanup, and habitat restoration projects throughout Florence. Link to register

Sparrow Park Beach Cleanup
WHEN: Saturday, April 25, 10 am – 12 pm
WHERE: Reedsport
Collect litter and marine debris along the shoreline as part of the Oregon Spring Cleanup.
Link to register

Netarts/Oceanside Beach Cleanup: Sunset Edition
WHEN: Sunday, April 26, 4 pm – 6 pm
WHERE: Cape Lookout State Park to Bayocean Spit
Join an evening beach cleanup timed with low tide and sunset. Volunteers will help remove marine debris, followed by optional post-cleanup gathering.
Link to register

How to Get Involved

• Volunteer: Browse the event calendar for more events and register yourself or a group at volunteer.solve.org/oregon-spring
• Encourage participation: Invite schools, workplaces, and community groups to take part in Earth Month action
• Spread the Word: Share local events with friends, neighbors, and your community

The Oregon Spring Cleanup 2026 is made possible through the partnership with Portland General Electric and generous support of Clean Water Services, Fred Meyer, Metro, Oregon State Park & Recreation, The Standard, AAA Oregon/Idaho, Intel, Kaiser Permanente, KOIN6, LAM Research, Lithia & Driveway, National Parks Recreation & Parks Association, and PepsiCo.

For more information or to register, visit solve.org/oregon-spring

About SOLVE 

SOLVE brings communities together to take care of our environment and enhance our waterways. Since 1969, the organization has grown from a small, grassroots initiative to a national model of volunteer action. Today, SOLVE mobilizes and trains thousands of volunteers of all ages across Oregon, and SW Washington, to clean and restore our neighborhoods and natural areas, while empowering a community of environmental stewards for our state. Visit solve.org for more information or follow SOLVEPNW on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn.