MURRELLS INLET, S.C. (WMBF) - The Spring Tide clean up, a staple event in Murrells Inlet, is making its return this weekend.

In its thirty-third year, the event has become South Carolina’s largest running community and salt marsh cleanup.

Hundreds of locals and visitors come to Morse Park to roll up their sleeves and show love for the Inlet.

“It shows how strong Murrells Inlet is,” said Stacy Johnson, Executive Director of Murrells Inlet 2020. “It truly takes a village.”

Spring Tide came about in the wake of Hurricane Hugo and has grown each year.

Boats of all kinds, including kayaks and paddle boards, will hit the marsh, while on land, volunteers are walking the streets and creek areas picking up tons of trash.

“It’s boots on the ground, boots in the water, and everybody collects as much trash as possible,” said Johnson.

Gloves, pickers, and bags will be provided for each volunteer, whether it is the first or 33rd time volunteering; all ages are welcome.

“This will only be my second year, so I am still a rookie, but it is a lot of fun. I really enjoy it,” said Chelsea Murray, who is a volunteer. “It is a sense of accomplishment cleaning up your community.”

“There is a great turnout every year, and I highly recommend everyone come out and support this beautiful land God has given us,” said Jacob West, who is a Murrells Inlet native and works at Hot Fish Club."

This year’s theme is “Thanks to you, it’s picking up.”

It is a nod to the progress being made in the inlet when it comes to throwing trash out properly.

Organizers say the amount of trash has decreased each year from six tons to three tons.

After all the work is finished, there will be a chowder cookoff at the Hot Fish Club between the local restaurants, along with live music.

“It is a community effort to try to get the place looking good for the season,” said Mike Campbell, Managing Partner of Dead Dog Saloon. “We try to all pitching in.”

The event will kick off on Sunday, April 27, at 10 a.m. with an opening ceremony at Morse Park.

The cleanup will begin at 10:30 a.m. through noon.