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Beach Cleanup

Jack's Surfboards Pro Beach Cleanup - Huntington Beach - CA - 2023

Huntington Beach Oil Spill

October 2, 2021

We’re devastated by the recent news of an oil spill off the coast of our local city, Huntington Beach and are communicating with local authorities to find out the best way we can help.

Artshow

Cameron Calderon Artshow Fundraiser

August 26, 2021

Come join us Thursday night from 5-9pm for Cameron Calderon’s Artshow Fundraiser

Fundraiser

Surf Movie Drive-in | Earth Day Weekend

April 23, 2021

Join us to celebrate surf and share a night under the stars with our neighbors in Huntington Beach by watching the classic Endless Summer 2 & Bustin' Down the Door

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Our latest blog articles on everything Drains to Ocean — special events, fundraisers, cleanups, educational programs, inspirational stories, and much more.

Newsletter

September Newsletter

September 17, 2019

The Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Surf Off went off the hook with 4-5ft+ waves but was trashier than ever. Thanks to over one hundred volunteers who came out to help clean the beach; we collected over 120 lbs of trash on the day of the event!Additionally

Drain to ocean

Big waves, big challenges.

September 16, 2019

Drains to Ocean is pleased to announce professional surfer and eco conservationist Ahmed Pérez as their new International Surf Ambassador.

Artshow

Reef Paintings by Michael Torquato DeNicola

September 10, 2019

Michael Torquato deNicola is a world traveling and award winning surfer, artist and filmmaker. Mike grew up making

River Cleanup

Newport Beach River Marsh Cleanup - September 2019

September 9, 2019

CA Coastal Cleanup Day - River Marsh CleanupSaturday, September 21⋅8:00am - 12:00pm

Beach Cleanup

Beach Cleanup - Mal Pais Costa Rica

July 10, 2019

Beach Cleanup Wed. July 17th - 4:30pm Playa Carmen Beach Trash Bags provided

Artshow

Saltwater Art Show - Drains to Ocean

May 29, 2019

Saltwater is a Drains to Ocean Benefit Artshow for World Oceans Day featuring over 20 ocean artists from LA to San Diego (and more).

Press

Surfers take waves — and trash — in Huntington Beach contest with an environmental theme

May 21, 2019

OC Register: Surfers take waves — and trash — in Huntington Beach contest with an environmental theme

D2O 3R Challenge

2019 RRR Surf Off goes off with epic surfing and conditions in Huntington Beach California

May 19, 2019

The Third Annual Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Surf Off was trashier than ever. Thanks to over one hundred volunteers coming out to help clean the beach we collected over 120 lbs of trash.

Artshow

Saltwater Artshow - June 8th World Oceans Day

May 15, 2019

Saltwater is an Artshow featuring over 20 surf inspired artists and photographers, benefiting Drains to Ocean on World Oceans Day. This one of a kind show is scheduled for June 8th, 2019 at the Artery in Costa Mesa (at the Lab).

D2O 3R Challenge

Reduce Reuse Recycle Surf Off brings educational twist to Huntington Beach surf contest, beach clean-up

May 13, 2019

The trophies are trashy – and that’s the point.“I had to get really creative,” said Seth Matson, founder of the upcoming Reduce Reuse Recycle Surf Off in Huntington Beach. “They are basically one-of-a-kind art pieces.”

D2O 3R Challenge

Drains to Ocean is back for its 3rd Annual RRR Surf Off in Huntington Beach, California

May 8, 2019

Drains to Ocean is back for its 3rd Annual RRR Surf Off that Focuses On Building Environmental Action

Beach Cleanup

Fairview Park - Earth Day Cleanup - April 20th

April 2, 2019

Join us for a fun day in Costa Mesa on Earth Day at Fairview Park on April 20th from 9am-12noon.

Fundraiser

Come check out Unwritten Law on October 13th, 2018 @ the Garden Amp!

September 25, 2018

Come check out Unwritten Law on October 13th, 2018 @ the Garden Amp! A benefit show for Drains to Ocean. Get $7.00 of your tix by entering DISCOUNT CODE: drainstoocean at checkout!

Beach Cleanup

Dory Deli - Drains to Ocean Beach Cleanup October 7th!

September 25, 2018

Dory Deli - Drains to Ocean Beach Cleanup October 7th! Save the date! The whole community of #NewportBeach is coming together to support clean beaches. We would love to see you there!