Spend a morning cleaning up a Cape Town beach

Here's a very easy way to give something back to Cape Town: spend a morning helping clean up one of its beaches.

Trash Bash is the Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation's regular beach clean-up programme, bringing Capetonians together to remove litter before it makes its way into the ocean.

You don't need any experience or special equipment. Just arrive, collect what you can and add your hands to the many others doing the same.

Come alone, bring the family or rope in a few friends. It's outdoors, it's useful and you'll spend a couple of hours alongside other people who care about the coastline too.

BEFORE YOU GO

Trash Bash events take place at different beaches around Cape Town, so check the upcoming event details for the latest location, date and meeting point.

Participation is free and beach-cleaning equipment is provided. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, bring sun protection and a reusable water bottle, and dress for the weather.

Children are welcome, making this an easy volunteering activity for families as well as individuals and groups.