Native Heritage Month
Cultural Day
Sunday November 15, 2026
8:30 - 11:00 am
Village of Putuidem
30291 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(Northwest Openspace)
9:00 AM – Welcome & Land Acknowledgement
Opening words and blessing to honor the ancestral lands of the Acjachemen people.
9:15 AM – Clan Activities Begin
Divide into four clans and rotate through cultural learning stations.
Bear Clan
Deer Clan
Hawk Clan
Wolf Clan
Each clan will rotate together through four cultural learning stations
THE FOUR CULTURAL STATIONS
🌿 Native Plant Education
Learn about native plants and their traditional uses and importance.
🌰 Acorn Grinding
Experience and learn about the traditional process of grinding acorns.
🐚 Shell Necklace + Pic at the Kiicha
Create a shell necklace and visit the Kiicha for a special photo opportunity.
🎶 Native Song
Gather together to learn a traditional song.
⏱ Each activity lasts about 15 minutes.
10:40 AM – Closing Ceremony – Under the Oak Tree
Gather beneath the oak tree to share a good intention and offer gratitude to the land.
Enjoy Fresh Sage Tea
11:00 AM - That's a Wrap!
We've Teamed Up With
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Offering Free Sunday Morning Yoga!!
Hey Y’all my name is Breezy! I am so stoked to be joining forces with such a great cause!
As a teacher I have a strong passion for holistic wellness through movement, art, yoga and surf. I desire to guide people along their journey of wholeness, and this is just one of my favorite avenues for that.
Outside of teaching yoga, I am a surf instructor, trauma-informed life consultant, and stand-up paddle yoga instructor. When I am not teaching or taking yoga you can find me in the ocean. I love to surf!
When I am not catching waves, I am at home with my sweet kitty Gidget… and yes, I have attempted to teach her to surf… we are still growing in that area.
Aside from this, I love spending time outdoors with my friends, family, and cat. I enjoy hiking and camping. I also really enjoy creating and cooking.
Currently, I am teaching at YogaSix Dana Point, where I lead restore & hot classes.
Hope to see you in the studio soon!
Where: Baby Beach
When: Sunday December 6
8:00 am - 9:00 am
All ages and levels welcomed!
Bring your own yoga mat!
Donations appreciated but not expected
ABOUT YOGASIX:
At YogaSix Dana Point, we're all about a sensory yoga experience accessible to all. Each of the yoga classes we offer at YogaSix has a specific focus and produces specific body benefits. Whether you’re looking for strength, agility, or flexibility and balance, we have the perfect fit classes for you.
Our classes range from gently warmed to hot and we are open 7 days a week! I
If you mention Stand Up To Trash, you can come try your first class for free and enjoy a 10% off discount for our memberships or class packages! You can check out our class schedule here and give us a call to book! 949.236.4455
On The Water Cleanup
We’re proud to partner with Westwind Sailing to take our cleanup efforts onto the water, giving our community a hands-on way to protect the harbor from the inside out.
A limited number of kayaks and paddleboards are available!
Join us for this last push to remove debris before it makes its way into the ocean!
2026 Yoga, Beach Cleanup and Lunch & Learn
Baby Beach & Ocean Institute
Dana Point Harbor
March 8 - Festival of Whales
April 18th- Earth Day (2nd Clothing Swap)
June 7 – World Oceans Day
July 12 – Plastic Free July
August 16 - San Juan Creek Cleanup
Sept 19 – Coastal Cleanup Day
Dec 6 – Sustainable Gift Giving
Exciting Program Updates!
Stand Up To Trash is entering a new chapter, one that allows us to deepen learning, broaden community impact and create even more meaningful ways for people to connect with the ocean.
To make room for a richer lineup of educational and community programs, we are shifting from monthly beach cleanups to six signature cleanups each year, aligned with key environmental dates and community celebrations.
These events will continue to anchor our stewardship work while allowing space for programs that offer hands-on, transformative experiences.
Sea The Change is Expanding!
Our Sea The Change initiative is expanding, opening the door for more youth from under resourced communities to get out on the water.
Through sailing, shoreline exploration and on the water learning, participants experience firsthand the effects of plastic pollution and gain the confidence and inspiration to take action in their own lives.
Cultural Collaboration With the Juaneño Band of Mission Indians, Acjachemen Nation
Our partnership with the Juaneño Band of Mission Indians, Acjachemen Nation (JBMIAN) is also deepening. Together, we are creating additional cultural learning days and hands-on experiences that honor JBMIAN heritage, celebrate local knowledge, and strengthen our shared connection to the ocean.
Expanding Community Education
Alongside these improvements, our beloved community programs continue to grow from the Citywide Scavenger Hunt to our Ocean Starts at Your Front Door school program, which helps students understand how everyday actions affect our oceans.
By expanding these programs, we’re creating more immersive, meaningful opportunities for young people, families and community members to learn, explore and care for the ocean in ways that inspire lasting change.
Our Impact
Total Weight In Pounds of Trash
18,665
Number of Participants Attended
13,881
Impact Statement
Through our environmental education initiatives, we've removed over 18,000 pounds of trash from local beaches and natural spaces, while educating more than 13,000 individuals on the importance of reducing waste and protecting the health of our planet.
Our programs are creating real change, empowering people to make more mindful choices in their everyday lives. By partnering with 18 local organizations, Title 1 schools, the local Indigenous tribe, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and the Boys & Girls Club of Capistrano Valley, we’ve expanded our reach and helped nurture a strong sense of responsibility and connection to the natural world.
As our impact grows, we remain dedicated to the long term success of our programs and are honored to uplift the voices of those who have been inspired to take action through our work.
Play Beach Cleanup BINGO
Clean the beach while playing a fun game of Beach Cleanup BINGO!
Instructions
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As you clean the beach, cross off items you find.
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Once you get 5 down, 5 across or 5 diagonal, TAG @StandUpToTrash on Instagram or Facebook, along with a PHOTO of the card AND your trash.
PAST EVENTS.
Hold a Successful Clean Up at Your Local Beach!
Decide what beach and other aquatic area (marshes, lakes, rivers, ponds) in your area that needs to be cleaned.
Safety First!
-Wear gloves to collect the debris
-Be careful with glass or other sharp objects
-Get help with anything heavy
Supplies to Bring
-Plenty of water
-Trash bags (biodegradable)
-Hand sanitizer/ wipes
-Sunscreen and a hat to protect yourself from the sun
-Insect repellent
-Shoes or sneakers that protect your feet
-Reusable gloves
-First aid kit
Remember!
-Don’t collect natural items like driftwood or seaweed
-Stay out of dune areas
-Watch out for wildlife
-Avoid stepping on dune plants and beach grasses
And lastly, remember to have a good time!
Take a moment to enjoy the waves and the fresh air.
We are so lucky to live in a place with gorgeous beaches, a healthy ocean and most of all, with wonderful people.
Thank you so much for being part of our community, and we look forward to seeing you sometime soon!
Take Pictures!
Tag us on Social Media @StandUpToTrash and use hashtag #StandUpToTrash #DontPassItUpPickItUp