Long Beach, in partnership with the Ocean Conservancy, joined forces with representatives from the USA Artistic Swimming National Team and the U.S. Olympians and Paralympians Association to host a beach cleanup at Alamitos Beach on Tuesday morning, Nov. 18.

The event was the city’s first 2028 Olympic Games-related volunteer opportunity, officials said. It was also part of Protect Where We Play, an initiative by the Ocean Conservancy that unites fans, artists and athletes to take action in protecting the ocean. The initiative includes team captains made up of Olympians, Paralympians and other partners who champion environmental stewardship, according to its website.

“I truly believe in the power of sport, and the outdoors, and nature bringing us together,” Ezra Frech, Protect Where We Pla

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