Fort Pickens Beach Cleanup

Join Gulf Islands National Seashore, Ocean Hour, and Third Coast Divers for the biggest park cleanup of the year! In celebration of National Park Week, volunteers and scuba divers will team up to clean the Fort Pickens Fishing Pier and surrounding beaches.

Volunteer Check‑in (General Participants)

• Check‑in begins at 8:45 AM

• Cleanup runs from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM

• Meet in the parking lot across from the Fort Pickens Visitor Center to sign in

Diver Check‑in (Divers Only)

• Diver check‑in begins at 8:15 AM

• All divers muster at 8:30 AM

• Water entry at 9:00 AM

• Meet in the parking lot across from the Fort Pickens Visitor Center to sign in

What to Bring & Wear

• Closed‑toed shoes

• Plenty of water (seriously- bring extra!)

• All cleanup supplies—including trash grabbers, buckets, gloves, and hand sanitizer—will be provided

Important Health & Safety Reminder

Please hydrate the day before the event—coastal heat and humidity can affect participants quickly.

And on cleanup day, bring lots and lots and lots of water. Staying ahead of dehydration is essential for both volunteers and divers.

Registration

Registration is required through Volunteer.gov. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email from the park’s volunteer coordinator.