Clean Water Warriors

Explore nature nestled right in the heart of Mission Valley!  This special event will include opportunities for kids to practice hands-on science, learn about nearby nature, and share their new knowledge with the community. Kids will get to skim
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Restore Rueda Canyon

Join the Friends of Tierrasanta Canyons for a special day of learning and volunteering!  Non-native, invasive plant species have infiltrated Rueda Canyon and we need your help getting rid of them.  By removing invasive species from one of our
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Clean and Green

Come volunteer with us as we make the San Diego River beautiful again! The San Diego River is home to a number of endangered and threatened species. Keeping the river clear of trash benefits this wildlife. We’ll be picking up
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Invasive Species Removal Work Party

You can help improve habitat for wildlife along the San Diego River!  Volunteers will help to remove non-native plant species, clearing the way for native species to reclaim their niche, which promotes a healthy river ecosystem for the plants
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Eagle Peak Hike & BioBlitz

This is your chance to be one of the lucky people to explore the beautiful open space of Eagle Peak Preserve, a 1152-acre conservation area owned by the San Diego River Park Foundation!  We will be taking a group
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Crafts, Culture & Native History

The Kumeyaay have lived along our San Diego River for at least 10,000 years. Come celebrate this important local history and learn about the traditions of Southern California Native Americans at a special event at the Santee Barn! Attendees
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Coastal Habitat Restoration

You can help save one of the last Coastal Dune Habitats in San Diego! This special ecological area at the mouth of the San Diego River is home to threatened and endangered plant and animal species. Join the San
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STEM in Your Backyard

Come visit the River Kids science booth and many other amazing exhibitors at STEM in Your Backyard!  This event is like a street fair, except it is full of local companies, non-profits and community organizations that set up exhibit booths
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Native Plants, Native Wildlife!

Native plant gardens not only serve as important habitats for local wildlife, but they are also an incredible way to connect kids to nature!  The Earth Discovery Institute will be hosting a garden beautification and education event at Anza
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Nearby Nature

Connect with the natural world and become an environmental steward with I Love a Clean San Diego!  Trails along the San Diego River offer views to biodiverse habitats that are home to many native plants and animals.  Students will
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Trout Release

MEDIA SITE! The San Diego River Park Foundation has been partnering with local schools over the last few weeks to sponsor the Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Trout in the Classroom Program! Students get to raise native rainbow trout
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Ride Along the River to Remove Invasives

Outdoor Outreach will be leading a small group on a bike ride along the beautiful San Diego River Estuary towards Mission Valley Preserve, a 52 acre open space preserve!  At Mission Valley Preserve, volunteers will have the chance to
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Art in the Garden

Bring your artistic talents to the San Diego River Garden for a fun day of nature exploration and creativity.  The Art FORM team, including artists Erin Pennell, Gabriel Dice, and Nico Bluffin will be bringing sustainable art projects to
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Wonderful Wetlands

We invite you to come to Famosa Slough for a fantastic day of planting and habitat restoration! The slough contains three pools which act as a natural water filtration system and are crucial to the survival of native plants
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