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-Holiday Sweep
Saturday, July 5, 7:30–9 a.m. | 301 West Ashley Avenue, Folly Beach
Let’s clean up Folly Beach together following this busy July 4 holiday! Meet us at the 3rd West public beach access before spreading out along the shoreline to pick up litter. Supplies will be provided and no advance registration is required.
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!
Learn more HERE.
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.
South Carolina Aquarium Good Catch Dinner With FARM Bluffton
Wednesday, July 16, 6–9 p.m. | 1301 May River Road, Bluffton, SC 29910
Bold flavors, Lowcountry fare and a community-centric atmosphere await you at the Good Catch Dinner with FARM Bluffton. Journey a bit further south to enjoy a specially curated five course meal of locally and sustainably sourced seafood dishes that includes wine pairings and ends with dessert accompanied by a nightcap or coffee. Throughout the experience, dive into the origins of each dish with Chef de Cuisine Charles Lowney and Good Catch Coordinator Mara Duke Blatt. This intimate and informative evening is not one you want to miss!
Reserve your spot HERE.
Charleston Green Drinks: Weeding Wednesday & Social
Wednesday, July 16, 5–6:30 p.m., 6:30–8 p.m. | Colonial Lake Park & 36 Broad Street, Charleston
Charleston Green Drinks is partnering with the Charleston Parks Conservancy to support their mission to make Colonial Lake Park weed and toxic chemical free. Meet at Colonial Lake Park at 5 p.m. (46-54 Ashley Ave, Charleston) to participate in a non-toxic weed removal activity before joining like-minded conservationists at Blind Tiger at 6:30 p.m. (36 Broad Street, Charleston) for a Green Drinks Social. We’ll connect, collaborate and learn more ways to get involved in local conservation. No experience necessary and all supplies are provided.
Learn more HERE.
Kiawah Island Litter Sweep
Saturday, July 19, 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.
Wappoo Cut Boat Landing Sweep
Thursday, July 24, 4–5:30 p.m. | Tranquil Drive, Charleston
Bring your friends and family to this summer litter sweep at Wappoo Cut boat landing in honor of Plastic Free July. We’re teaming up to keep litter and plastic pollution out of this busy waterway and protect the species that call it home. All supplies and instructions will be provided.
Register HERE.
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.