Activities

May 27 2025 | 9am-11am, Pirates Cove Beach, Avila Beach, CA. Get ready to make a difference at our Post Memorial Day cleanup event at Pirates Cove! This is an 18+ event, so come prepared for a rewarding day by the ocean, where we’ll work together to keep our coastline clean and healthy. Please come dressed in closed-toed shoes and layers to stay comfortable. We’ll have a water jug, cups, and tasty snacks to keep your energy up, but we encourage you to bring your own reusable water bottles to stay hydrated! Join us for a fun and impactful day, and let’s make a positive change together!

Our next Creeks to Coast Cleanup will be Sept 20, 2025! ECOSLO’s annual Creeks to Coast Cleanup is SLO County’s largest volunteer event as part of Coastal Cleanup Day! ECOSLO has served as the SLO County Coordinator since 2005. Registration coming soon… https://www.ecoslo.com/creeks-to-coast

April 26 2025 | 11am - 5pm, Meadow Park, San Luis Obispo, CA. Planned in partnership with SLO Climate Coalition, SLO EarthFest is a community-driven event held at Meadow Park in SLO. It promotes climate action through education, connection, and celebration, featuring local leaders, innovators, and community members. The festival includes live music, a kids' zone, wellness activities, an electric vehicle showcase, a sustainable makers market, and a climate solutions stage with expert panels. Participants can also enjoy a beer garden and engage in habitat restoration projects. The event is free but be sure to register in advance! Register here: https://sloclimatecoalition.org/earthfest/

Every Saturday, 8:00 – 10:00am. Location: Arroyo Grande, CA 93420, USA. Contact Bob Lund (lundbob920@gmail.com) to ask for the location as it rotates every week based on need.

July 5 2025 | 9am-11am at Cayucos Pier, Cayucos, CA. Get ready to make a difference with ECOSLO at our Post 4th of July cleanup event at Cayucos Pier! Join us for a rewarding day by the ocean, where we’ll work together to keep our beautiful coastline clean and healthy. Please come dressed in closed-toed shoes and layers to stay comfortable. We’ll have a water jug, cups, and tasty snacks to keep your energy up, but we encourage you to bring your own reusable water bottles to stay hydrated! Join us for a fun and impactful day, and let’s make a positive change together!

May 3 2025 | 10am-11am. SLO Library, 995 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA. Join us for an engaging and educational class on the environmental impacts of single-use plastics. Led by Kathleen Bond, this session will provide insights into the issues surrounding plastic waste and offer practical solutions for reducing your plastic footprint. Hosted at the San Luis Obispo Library, this class is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to learn how to make more eco-friendly choices in their daily lives. This class is perfect for anyone interested in learning about the impact of single-use plastics and how to take meaningful steps toward sustainability. Whether you’re a local resident, student, or environmental advocate, this session will provide valuable information on creating positive change. Register here: https://app.donorview.com/Event/EventInfo?prm=ZCBVhollp5lHNQjMF13Uf_9jpljLY1IuGtQeKTs6s88Bh4ySRtBE5EtrQ_E-0gW_9Ey0bKBLrEnobSdo0iS5W_TEd1LatPjByAB45O0v23JDD9KE-n7WlNgoWmcXiM4lAAcPpQv79q4LpzdD1MW_IVl7HeGHdEMiDbzu-PDXWx7qUbCYjYlM53gVrc-qXhq4CBNGrqtv4egdzskYSXjcVAxj28tu4JgkfsVuIUoAsjFYH96Xk70GyaGoNkDCC_-C0

Every Saturday, 9:00 – 11:00am. Call Walter Heath at (805) 550-4492 for the rotating location in Morro Bay!.

Our next Creeks to Coast Cleanup will be Sept 20, 2025! ECOSLO’s annual Creeks to Coast Cleanup is SLO County’s largest volunteer event as part of Coastal Cleanup Day! ECOSLO has served as the SLO County Coordinator since 2005.

June 7 2025 | 9am-noon. Central Coast Aquarium, 50 San Juan St, Avila Beach, CA. Join us for a World Oceans Day cleanup at Avila Beach! Check-in begins at 9:00 AM at the Central Coast Aquarium, where we'll divide into groups and head out to three cleanup locations, each with a Site Captain. Please wear closed-toe shoes and bring layers. We’ll provide a water jug, cups, and snacks, but feel free to bring your own reusable water bottle. Take breaks as needed, and stay hydrated! We’ll supply gloves, buckets, and trash grabbers, but you’re welcome to bring your own tools -just make sure they’re clearly labeled. Note: Please register for only one location on the registration! We can’t wait to clean up Avila Beach with you!

July 5 2025 | 9am-11am, Pirates Cove Beach, Avila Beach, CA. Get ready to make a difference with ECOSLO at our Post 4th of July cleanup event at Pirates Cove! This is an 18+ event, so come prepared for a rewarding day by the ocean, where we’ll work together to keep our coastline clean and healthy. Please come dressed in closed-toed shoes and layers to stay comfortable. We’ll have a water jug, cups, and tasty snacks to keep your energy up, but we encourage you to bring your own reusable water bottles to stay hydrated! Join us for a fun and impactful day, and let’s make a positive change together!

June 28 2025 | 9am-noon. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA. Join us for an exciting day of hands-on nature fun as part of June’s ECO Challenge – 30 Days of Nature! We’re heading to the beautiful SLO Botanical Garden to help nurture and maintain this incredible space. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a first-timer, all you need is a positive attitude and a love for nature—we’ll take care of the rest! We’ll provide gloves, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer. Just don’t forget to pack water, pruners (if you have them), sunscreen, and sturdy closed-toed shoes for a day of digging in the dirt. Let’s roll up our sleeves, get our hands dirty, and make the garden thrive together. We can’t wait to see you there!