34th Annual Operation Clean Sweep

The Port of San Diego and San Diego Working Waterfront are organizing the 34th annual Operation Clean Sweep on August 24, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Volunteers are invited to help remove trash and debris from San Diego Bay and its surrounding waterways.

Last year, nearly 1,000 volunteers collected 10.5 tons of trash, including items like shopping carts, bicycles, and even household appliances. This year, the event is expecting over 1,100 volunteers who can choose cleanup sites around the bay, including locations like Barrio Logan, Coronado, and Seaport Village. After the event, an after-party will be held on Shelter Island, featuring free meals, entertainment, and activities.

Operation Clean Sweep is a community-driven effort aimed at preserving the health and beauty of San Diego Bay. The San Diego Working Waterfront, representing 800 local businesses, and the Port of San Diego emphasize the importance of this initiative for the environment. Volunteers will receive free t-shirts and cleaning supplies, and the event is supported by several sponsors, including the Port of San Diego, San Diego Gas & Electric, and the U.S. Navy.
Participants can register and learn more at sdworkingwaterfront.com/events/operation-clean-sweep.

Cleanup: 8:00am – 10:00am, Afterparty: 10:00am – 12:00pm at Shelter Island Shoreline Park North 2232 Shelter Island Drive San Diego, CA 92106

Public Sites

1. Shelter Island / Half Moon Marina: 2323 Shelter Island Dr. San Diego, CA 92106

2. Barrio Logan: 2049 Main St, San Diego, CA 92113 – Family Friendly Cleanup Location

3. Marina View Park: 900 Marina Pkwy, Chula Vista, CA 91910 – Family Friendly Cleanup Location

4. Pier 32 Marina: 3201 Marina Way, National City, CA 91950 – Adult Only Cleanup Location; wear boots or closed toe shoes

5. Pepper Park: 3299 Tidelands Ave National City, CA 91950 – Family Friendly Cleanup Location