Delaware Coastal Cleanup - DNREC
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Trash on our beaches and in our waterways isn’t just unsightly – it’s also potentially dangerous to marine life and in some cases harmful to water quality. The annual Delaware Coastal Cleanup offers volunteers an opportunity to help make a difference for Delaware’s shoreline and waterways while joining an international effort to clean up the world’s waters.
The 2025 Coastal Cleanup
Volunteers collected 5,000 pounds of trash in the
38th Annual Delaware Coastal Cleanup
. The data collected by the volunteers helps show what’s washing up on Delaware’s shores and informs state efforts to reduce litter.
All data are also sent to the International Ocean Conservancy’s Coastal Cleanup database. Delaware’s results contribute to global trends and help solutions for cleaner oceans and waterways.
Cigarette butts, food wrappers and bottle caps topped the list of the most found items.
The
coastal cleanup data dashboard
provides a detailed look at what was removed from Delaware’s beaches and waterways.
Help Keep Our Communities Clean
The Coastal Cleanup event, and the on-going cleanup effort “
Keep DE Litter Free
,” help keep communities and natural areas in the First State clean through personal commitment.
Cleaning up locally makes a big difference statewide and keeps trash from entering waterways and making its way to beaches and beyond.
DNREC suggests several ways to make a difference all year long.
Pick up trash
near your home to keep your neighborhood clean.
Follow a carry-in/carry out plan
and take all trash with you when visiting outdoor spaces, like Delaware State Parks, wildlife areas and reserves, or county and local parks.
Pack a disposable bag
and rubber gloves when you take a walk, go for a hike, go hunting or fishing, etc. to
collect and carry out trash you find
along the way.
Recycle applicable items
through in-home recycling or designated drop-off locations. Learn more at
de.gov/recycling
.
Don’t forget to wear gloves when picking up trash. And wash your hands thoroughly after cleanup activities.
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Divisions
Office of the Secretary
Div. of Climate, Coastal and Energy
Div. of Air Quality
Div. of Water
Div. of Waste and Hazardous Substances
Div. of Fish and Wildlife
Div. of Parks and Recreation
Div. of Watershed Stewardship
About DNREC
DNREC Divisions
Boards and Councils
Vision and Mission
Delaware Coastal Cleanup
Environmental Justice at DNREC
Civil Rights and DNREC
Work for DNREC!
Internships with DNREC
Natural Resources Police
Topics of Interest
Open Data
Online Apps
E-Mail Lists
Coastal Zone Act
Admin. Law
Regulatory Development
Regulations
Environmental Permitting
DNREC Permit Fees
Secretary’s Orders
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Public Hearings
Environmental Appeals Board
Coastal Zone Industrial Control Board
FOIA Requests
DNREC News
Newsroom
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Outdoor Delaware
Brand and Logo
Social Media
Digital Newsletter
Be the First to Know
Contact Us
DNREC Menu
Listen
Trash on our beaches and in our waterways isn’t just unsightly – it’s also potentially dangerous to marine life and in some cases harmful to water quality. The annual Delaware Coastal Cleanup offers volunteers an opportunity to help make a difference for Delaware’s shoreline and waterways while joining an international effort to clean up the world’s waters.
The 2025 Coastal Cleanup
Volunteers collected 5,000 pounds of trash in the
38th Annual Delaware Coastal Cleanup
. The data collected by the volunteers helps show what’s washing up on Delaware’s shores and informs state efforts to reduce litter.
All data are also sent to the International Ocean Conservancy’s Coastal Cleanup database. Delaware’s results contribute to global trends and help solutions for cleaner oceans and waterways.
Cigarette butts, food wrappers and bottle caps topped the list of the most found items.
The
coastal cleanup data dashboard
provides a detailed look at what was removed from Delaware’s beaches and waterways.
Help Keep Our Communities Clean
The Coastal Cleanup event, and the on-going cleanup effort “
Keep DE Litter Free
,” help keep communities and natural areas in the First State clean through personal commitment.
Cleaning up locally makes a big difference statewide and keeps trash from entering waterways and making its way to beaches and beyond.
DNREC suggests several ways to make a difference all year long.
Pick up trash
near your home to keep your neighborhood clean.
Follow a carry-in/carry out plan
and take all trash with you when visiting outdoor spaces, like Delaware State Parks, wildlife areas and reserves, or county and local parks.
Pack a disposable bag
and rubber gloves when you take a walk, go for a hike, go hunting or fishing, etc. to
collect and carry out trash you find
along the way.
Recycle applicable items
through in-home recycling or designated drop-off locations. Learn more at
de.gov/recycling
.
Don’t forget to wear gloves when picking up trash. And wash your hands thoroughly after cleanup activities.
Related Topics:
bay
,
bayshore
,
beach
,
clean-up
,
cleanup
,
coastal
,
ocean and coasts
,
shoreline
,
volunteer
Office of the Secretary
Division of Air Quality
Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances
Division of Water
Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy
Division of Fish and Wildlife
Division of Parks and Recreation
Division of Watershed Stewardship
DNREC Newsroom
Public Meetings
Public Notices
DNREC Regulations
Environmental Justice
Non-Discrimination Notice
DNREC Open Data
FOIA Requests
DNREC Divisions
About DNREC
Work for DNREC!
Contact Us
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