Thousands of volunteers across Orange County set out on Saturday with one collective goal: Clean up the coast.

Some people combed the beach to find debris. Others scoured inland parks and waterways, hoping to nab trash before it could make its way downstream and into the ocean, polluting the water for people and sea creatures alike.

During the 41st annual California Coastal Cleanup Day on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025, volunteers Sarah Maugaotega (left) and Hillary Reilly welcomed the change of seasons by scooping up trash at the water’s edge in Huntington Beach. (Photo by Michael Goulding, Contributing Photographer)

A group of beachgoers head back to their cars on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025, after an outing at Huntington State Beach. (Photo by Michael Goulding, Contributing Photographer).

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