Join Heal the Bay for some exciting volunteer opportunities and events happening at the beach, our Santa Monica Pier Aquarium, and all over greater Los Angeles. With so much going on this month, where will you be healin’?

NOTHIN’ BUT SAND BEACH CLEANUP FESTIVITIES

Last April, 1,400 volunteers picked up over 320 lbs. of trash that would have otherwise entered our ocean. Think we can do better this year? Become part of the Heal the Bay cleanup crew and find out! Bonus: Participants earn same-day free admission to our Aquarium!

When: Saturday, April 16, 10 a.m. to noon

Where: Santa Monica Beach just north of the Pier, near Lifeguard Tower 1550, Santa Monica, CA 90401

RSVP here

Check out what else is happening at our special Earth Month edition of Nothin’ But Sand:

• 8:30-9:30 a.m.: FREE YOGA! Sponsored by our friends at CorePower Yoga. Some mats will be available, but you should bring your own just in case. Meet by Lifeguard Tower 1550, just north of the Pier.
• 9 a.m.-noon: FREE SURF LESSONS for Heal the Bay members! Sponsored by our friends at AquaSurf. First come, first served: Sign up at their tent near Lifeguard Tower 1550, just north of the Pier. Not a Heal the Bay member? Become one today or on the morning of the cleanup for just $25!
• 8:30 – 11:30 a.m.: SANDCASTLE COMPETITION  Witness architecture-in-the-making as celebrated engineering and design firms create magnificent sand creations and vie for one of three grand prizes! Not a pro? There’s still space for you and your friends. Want to compete?

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EARTH DAY CELEBRATION AT SANTA MONICA PIER AQUARIUM

After participating at our beach cleanup, head over to our Santa Monica Pier Aquarium for an afternoon chock-full of free activities. Featuring hands-on activities and demonstrations, it’s a great way for the whole family to conclude their morning of volunteering.

When: Saturday, April 16, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

Where: Santa Monica Pier Aquarium, 1600 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, CA 90401 (under the Pier carousel)

1:00-4:00pm – Wildlife Observation Station (West End of Pier – next to Harbor Patrol)

1:00pm – “Who Pollutes” Presentation

2:00pm – Story Time and live animal presentation

3:00pm – “Who Pollutes” Presentation (repeat)

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For more info, visit http://www.healthebay.org/earthmonth