Easy Oceanside Beach Cleanup near Sabine Pass Texas , Gulf Coast, TX

Sea Rim State Park has over 2 miles of Gulf shoreline and 4,000 acres of marshlands. Birding, kayaking, fishing , beach combing and a fun day at the beach are all in store when coming here! Port Arthur and Beaumont are the biggest cities in the area and have lots to offer for shopping, food, museums and activities! Port Arthur is known as the Cajun Capital of Texas!

Sea Rim State Park is home to over 2 miles of beaches and trash washes up from the Gulf every day. Trash on our beaches is consumed by birds, turtles and other mammals causing slow poisonings, choking hazards and so much more harm. By helping with this project you will be helping us keep our beaches clean by removing trash. Volunteers will work from end to end to beautify the beach while enjoying the ocean breeze!. Trash bags, gloves, buckets and extra water and pickers will be provided.

There is no experience needed to join a Volunteer Vacation! Your expert hosts will provide detailed instruction, tool demonstrations, and project oversight throughout the week. All you need is a willing attitude and to be in good physical condition to participate in moderate physical activity for approximately 6-8 hours a day with plenty of breaks, at your own pace. Find out more about what it’s like to join a Volunteer Vacation and other frequently asked questions here.

Area and Attractions

Sea Rim State Park has over 2 miles of Gulf shoreline and 4,000 acres of marshlands. Birding, kayaking, fishing , beach combing and a fun day at the beach are all in store when coming here! The park borders two National Wildlife Refuges, Texas Point NWR and McFaddin NWR, both offer fishing and hiking and paddling trails. Coastal fishing is a huge part of the gulf coast culture! Hosts can provide fishing polls, sand spikes and bait to fish on the beach. Volunteers can also take part in a watercolors class or any other program here at the park. Port Arthur and Beaumont are the biggest cities in the area and have lots to offer for shopping, food, museums and activities! Port Arthur is known as the Cajun Capital of Texas! So many restaurants in the area have some Cajun food on the menu. The Museum of the Gulf Coast is located in Port Arthur and offers a look into the areas past! Any Janis Joplin fans? She was a native to the area and you can learn and see some of her work at the Hall of Fame!

Accommodations Description

Volunteers will camp at the semi-primitive Sea Rim State Park with pit toilets, outdoor rinse off shower, campfire ring, 30/50 amp electrical hookup, potable water, and a picnic table. Volunteers need to bring their own tent and personal camping gear; sheets, bedding or sleeping bag; towels; and personal cup, bowl, mug, and eating utensils.

Registration Link: https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/easy-oceanside-beach-cleanup-in-janis-joplins-hometown-gulf-coast-tx/