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Delaware's annual Coastal Cleanup will take place on Saturday, Sept. 13, from 9 a.m. to noon, with a rain date of September 20th. Sign-ups ended in August, however.

The 2024 cleanup collected over a ton of trash, including common items like plastic bags and cigarette butts, as well as unusual finds like vampire teeth and a rusty anchor.

Delaware's stunning beaches are popular for a reason, but a long summer of visitors can take a toll on them.

Once the peak season is passed, Delawareans from Claymont to Fenwick Island have a chance to hit the sand and pick up whatever trash has been left from months of summer fun. It is not uncommon to find food waste, bottles and food containers all over the sand after a particularly busy day.

Keeping beaches clean is a year-round

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