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  • Pajaro River Clean up at Murphy’s Crossing (May 17)

    Meetup at Valle de Paradiso 76 Murphy Crossing Rd, Watsonville, California

    In collaboration with Pitch In Santa Cruz Walk with MWK along Murphy Crossing Road to the Pajaro River and help us restore this beautiful habitat by collecting trash that has been illegally discarded along its banks. The official cleanup day is May 10th but Monterey Waterkeeper is hosting our cleanup day May 17th!

  • Beach cleanup and swim to celebrate Plastic Free July and California Swim Day

    Monterey Waterkeeper invites Central Coast residents to a beach cleanup and swim to celebrate Plastic Free July and California Swim Day on Friday, July 25, at Carmel River State Beach, located at 26478 Carmelo St., Carmel, CA 93923. The event begins at 2:00 p.m. This event is free and family-friendly! July 25th is Swimmable California […]

  • Slough Clean-Up and Water Testing at Harkins Slough in Watsonville

    Harkins Slough Watsonville, CA Harkins Slough ,, Watsonville, California

    Please join Monterey Waterkeeper and the Monterey Audubon Society from 9am to 12pm for a slough clean-up and water testing at the beautiful Harkins Slough in Watsonville. Harkins Slough is home to hundreds of species even a few California Bald Eagles! RSVP Below

  • Salinas River Day Celebration – Floreciendo Juntos

    Nob Hill Parking Lot 1320 S. Main Street, Salinas, California, United States

    Meeting Point: Nob Hill Parking Lot, 1320 S. Main Street, Salinas CA 93901 De la Tierra nacimos, in honor or Latino Conservation Week, come join BASE Landscape Architecture, Monterey Waterkeeper, Big Sur Land Trust, Space Open, Building Healthy Communities, and Visionary Arts to celebrate the Salinas River the backbone of the Salinas Valley. There will […]

  • Garden Party

    Join us October 4, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the afternoon at Carmel Valley, California 93924. Monterey Waterkeeper will be hosting our annual Garden Party Fundraiser. We will have amazing speakers, including – Margaret Spring, Chief Conservation and Science Officer for the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Annie Notthoff, Coastal Commissioner, and Chelsea Tu, […]

  • Park & Watershed Cleanup at Laguna Grande Park with Surfrider Monterey

    Laguna Grande Park Monterey 401 Virgin Ave, Monterey, California

    Join us at 11 AM for FREE yoga followed by a park cleanup and water testing from 12 – 2 PM. Bring your friends and family to make a difference for our community & Monterey Bay! After the cleanup, stay for the neighborhood picnic in the park from 2-4 PM. Purpose: Monterey Bay’s watersheds and […]

  • Water Testing & Salinas River Cleanup at San Lorenzo County Park

    San Lorenzo County Park, King City, CA

    Location: San Lorenzo County Park, King City, CA 1160 Broadway St # 14, King City, CA 93930 Time: 9am – 1pm- 9am – 10am water testing- 10am – 12pm river clean up- 12pm – 1pm Monterey County Agricultural & Rural Life Museum What: Water Testing & River / Park Cleanup Join Monterey Waterkeeper and Save […]

  • Water Testing & North Salinas River Cleanup

    Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025Location: North Salinas River, Monte Road Access PointTime: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM- 9:00–10:00 AM: Water testing- 10:00–12:00 PM: River clean-upWhat: Water Testing & Cleanup Join Monterey Waterkeeper at the North Salinas River for water testing and a river cleanup along the banks. Help us clean up trash before major rains […]

  • Community Meeting: Let’s Discuss Nitrate Pollution in the Central Coast

    Hartnell College building S, room 129

    Join Monterey Waterkeeper for a community meeting focused on nitrate pollution on the Central Coast. We’ll discuss how the overuse of fertilizers impacts our waterways, environment, food systems, and human health, and why advocating for clean, safe water is critical for our communities. You’ll also learn about the Alternative Water Supply Program and how it […]

  • Gabilan Creek to Coast Restoration Project

    1900 Independence Blvd Salinas, CA 93906 1900 Independence Blvd, Salinas, California, United States

    Join Monterey Waterkeeper Wednesday, February 4th from 3:30-4:30 pm to learn about our local watersheds, clean up trash from our park, and conduct water quality testing. Discover the connection between the land and sea and the impact of household hazardous waste on our environment and health. Volunteer

  • Gabilan Creek to Coast Restoration Project: Feb 11

    1900 Independence Blvd Salinas, CA 93906 (near the flagpole) 1900 Independence Blvd, Salinas, California, United States

    Join Monterey Waterkeeper Wednesday, February 11th from 3:30-4:30 pm to learn about our local watersheds, clean up trash from our park, and conduct water quality testing. Discover the connection between the land and sea and the impact of household hazardous waste on our environment and health. 1900 Independence Blvd Salinas, CA 93906 (near the flagpole) […]