Ft. De Soto Beach Cleanup

Start your Saturday with purpose! Join MAR at Fort De Soto to clear litter and protect Florida’s coastal habitats. MAR is heading to Fort De Soto Park on Saturday, October 24, to cleanup one of Florida’s most treasured coastlines! Through our BLUE program, we work to protect coastal and marine ecosystems, and every piece of litter we remove is one less threat to sea turtles, shorebirds, and the marine life that call the Gulf home. Whether you’re a longtime volunteer or this is your first cleanup, all are welcome. It’s a great way to spend a fall morning outside, meet like-minded community members, and make a visible difference in just a few hours. Event Details • Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026 • Time: 8:00 AM–10:00 AM • Location: 3500 Pinellas Bayway S Tierra Verde, FL 33715 • Check-in: MAR tent • Parking: Fort De Soto Park parking lot (parking codes to be provided at our tent!) Together, we’re showing what’s possible when a community shows up for its coast. We can’t wait to see you there! What to Bring • Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes or sandals • Reusable water bottle • Sunscreen and hat • Work gloves, if you have a favorite pair (we will provide as well!) Cleanup supplies (gloves, buckets, grabbers, trash bags) and cold water are provided. No ticket to print - just show up and check in with our team! Volunteers ages 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult (18+). Weather Policy In the event of severe weather, registered volunteers will be notified by email if the cleanup is canceled or rescheduled. Questions? Contact Karah Kniola, BLUE Program Coordinator, at [email protected]