Join a cohort of dedicated conservationists, citizen scientists and volunteers as we work to protect water, wildlife and wild places. From litter sweeps to workshops on scientific and social topics, there are ways for everyone to get involved in your community and beyond.
Upcoming Events
Toby’s Post-Memorial Day Sweep
Tuesday, May 27, 10–11 a.m. | 201 East Arctic Avenue, Folly Beach
Let’s clean up Folly Beach together following this busy holiday! Meet us at the 2nd St East public beach access before spreading out in both directions along the beachfront to pick up litter. Supplies will be provided and no advance registration is required.
Isle of Palms Summer Beach Sweeps
Mondays, June 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 6–7 p.m. | 1100 block on Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms
Summer beach sweeps with us and the Isle of Palms Cleanup Crew take place every Monday this summer! Sign in at the public beach walkover, where we provide all instructions and supplies for volunteers to participate in a litter sweep with data collection. No advance registration is required.
World Oceans Day 2025 Coastal Cleanup
Sunday, June 8, 4:30–6:30 p.m. | 1 Center Street, Folly Beach
Join us and local organizations in bringing recognition to United Nations World Oceans Day with a coastal cleanup in the heart of Folly Beach! The event will begin beachside with opening remarks at the Tides Hotel and follow with cleanup efforts on the beach and the roadsides within the business district. All supplies and instructions will be provided.
Learn more HERE.
South Carolina Aquarium Good Catch Dinner With Hank’s Seafood Restaurant
Friday, June 20, 6–9 p.m. | Hank’s Seafood Restaurant, 10 Hayne Street, Charleston, SC 29401
Expand your palate and your seafood knowledge at our first Good Catch Dinner of the year, hosted by Hank’s Seafood Restaurant! Indulge in a specially curated local and sustainably sourced meal with an optional wine pairing while diving into the origins of each course with Executive Chef Tim Richardson and Good Catch Coordinator Mara Duke Blatt. This event will be held in the Social Hall (located beside the restaurant); wine, beer and cocktails will be available for purchase.
Reserve your spot HERE.
Kiawah Island Litter Sweep
Saturday, June 21, 9–11 a.m. | 876 Kiawah Island Parkway, Kiawah Island
Join us and Kiawah Conservancy at Mingo Point for monthly litter sweeps. This is a great opportunity to enjoy this beautiful community and help keep litter and plastic pollution from entering our waterways.
Sign up for sweep reminders HERE.
Murrells Inlet Post-Holiday Sweep
Saturday, July 5, 10 a.m.–noon | 4124-B, US-17 BUS, Murrells Inlet
Get involved in the Our Marsh Counts community cleanup which contribute to the clean water initiative! Sign in and pick up supplies at the Murrells Inlet 2020 office, then head out to remove litter from the marsh, roads and community. All instructions will be given to conduct a litter sweep with data collection for use in addressing litter issues in the Murrells Inlet watershed. Be sure to bring a reusable water bottle and dress for the weather! No advance registration required.
Cherry Point Boat Landing Sweep
Sunday, July 6, 2–3:30 p.m. | Cherry Point Road, Wadmalaw Island
Bring the family to this beautiful location for a litter sweep hosted by us and Keep Wadmalaw Beautiful. We’ll gather at the entrance to Cherry Point Boat Landing before spreading out to remove litter from the marsh, road and parking areas. All supplies and instructions will be provided to conduct a litter sweep with data collection. Be sure to bring a reusable water bottle and dress for the weather, including shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty! No advance registration required.
Isle of Palms Summer Beach Sweeps
Mondays, July 7, 14, 21 and 28 6–7 p.m. | 1100 block on Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms
Summer beach sweeps with us and the Isle of Palms Cleanup Crew take place every Monday this summer! Sign in at the public beach walkover, where we provide all instructions and supplies for volunteers to participate in a litter sweep with data collection. No advance registration is required.
Conservation in Action
- Capers Island Cleanup Excursion
- Chicora Changers Beach Sweep at Isle of Palms
- Tidal Creek Excavation with SCDNR SCORE
- Folly Beach Litter Sweep Event
- King Tide Flooding Measurement at SeaRise Sign in Charleston
- Marsh Grass Planting in Maryville
- Shem Creek Litter Sweep with J. B. Edwards Elementary
- Saltmarsh Sweep with Charleston Waterkeeper
- MLK Day of Service Litter Sweep and Food Drive
- Liberty Square Litter Sweep
Your Data Matters!
Want to be a true citizen scientist? Litter data is critical in identifying the most problematic debris and can be a powerful tool in helping to develop solutions for reducing trash. We encourage litter sweep participants to log the items they pick up from land and water. Help be part of the solution by using the Litter Journal, a project in the South Carolina Aquarium Citizen Science app, when you sweep in your community.
The South Carolina Aquarium Citizen Science app is available in the App Store and on Google Play.