Beach Cleanups

Each year we have a number of Beach Cleanups that we will be hosting or participating in. Join in when you can! Sign up ahead of time for great prizes. Links for signups and details of the cleanups will be announced on our Instagram, Facebook and website, and also below.

Cleanups Planned for 2026

18 April Tidy up for the Turtles – Cane Bay. In collaboration with Just Add Rum (vacation rental), The Landing Beach Bar at Cane Bay, Off the Wall, Ama at Cane Bay, Sunny Shore UpMutiny Island Vodka and supported by Atlantic Trucking, we are planning a fun Earth Day cleanup! Meet at The Landing at 8 am for refreshments and supplies, then we’ll head to the beach to clean up! All supplies will be provided, but please wear sturdy shoes and bring sun protection.

Completed Cleanups for 2025 – thanks everyone!

31 December Tidy up for the Turtles at Sandy Point. We finished off the year with a fun beach cleanup at Sandy Point. 8 am to 11 am.

September Coastweeks Cleanup Saturday 20 September – Fort Frederik to Creque Dam. A great effort by all volunteers!

11 May Tidy up for the Turtles along West End Beaches. Meet at Rainbow Beach parking lot at 8 am. Sign up ahead of time so we can plan for supplies (and you can win prizes).

22 March Tidy up for the Turtles – Cane Bay. In collaboration with Just Add Rum (vacation rental), The Landing Beach Bar at Cane Bay, Off the Wall, See Thru KayaksSion Farm DistilleryMutiny Island Vodka and supported by Atlantic Trucking, we had a great cleanup!

13 February Sixth Annual Protect Our Pier Cleanup – Hosted by Mama’s Black Sheep and STAR – Sea Turtle Assistance and Rescue. A fantastic turnout – thanks!

The St. Croix Sea Turtle Project is sponsored by The Ocean Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, in cooperation with US Fish and Wildlife Service at Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge, St. Croix, US Virgin Islands.

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