AUSTIN, Texas— Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., encourages Texans to sign up to participate in the Texas General Land Office's (GLO) 2026 Adopt-A-Beach Spring Coastwide Cleanup on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at 21 locations on beautiful Texas beaches from Sea Rim State Park to Boca Chica.
"The Texas Coast was my home for over a decade, and as Land Commissioner, I am dedicated to ensuring our beautiful beaches are preserved for future generations," said Commissioner Buckingham. "For the last 40 years, Adopt-A-Beach Cleanups have been vital to our goal of keeping Texas beaches clean. From that very first beach cleanup in 1986 to now, I want to thank the volunteers who have made this an incredible event year after year. I encourage anyone interested in volunteering to sign up to participate in a day full of fun and giving back to our coast and its communities."
The Texas General Land Office's Adopt-A-Beach Program will celebrate 40 years on Saturday, April 18, 2026
WHO: The Texas General Land Office’s Adopt-A-Beach Program
WHAT: 2026 Adopt-A-Beach Coastwide Spring Cleanup
WHERE: Map of 21 Locations
WHEN: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Check-in: 8:30 a.m.
Cleanup: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
For more information: 1-877-TX-COAST
Volunteers interested in participating can find information about registration and cleanup locations at the AAB website or show up on-site the day of to enjoy a morning filled with fun and service to the Texas coast.
Click the button below to sign up for the Adopt-A-Beach 2026 Spring Coastwide Cleanup:
2026 AAB Spring Coastwide Cleanup
Media interested in joining us and covering this event, please RSVP by clicking the button below no later than Friday, April 17 by 5:00 p.m, so we can help you coordinate for interviews and b-roll.
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Dr. Dawn Buckingham made history in 2022, winning a statewide election to become Texas' first female Land Commissioner. As Land Commissioner, Dr. Dawn Buckingham is committed to helping Texans after a disaster, supporting Texas energy, ensuring that every child in Texas receives a high-quality public education, serving Texas Veterans, and securing the border to keep our communities safe.