Love Your Wetlands Day

02/01/2025 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM PT

Category

Conservation

Admission

  • Free

Location

UCSD Kendall-Frost Marsh
2055 Pacific Beach Dr
San Diego, CA 92107
United States of America

Summary

Love Your Wetlands Day is an opportunity to explore UC San Diego’s protected Kendall-Frost Marsh Reserve in Mission Bay while also learning about the importance of coastal wetlands, the climate threats they face, and the ways local communities are working to restore and protect them. 

Description

Register to Attend Here

 

Love Your Wetlands Day is an opportunity to explore UC San Diego’s protected Kendall-Frost Marsh Reserve in Mission Bay while also learning about the importance of coastal wetlands, the climate threats they face, and the ways local communities are working to restore and protect them. 

Uniquely located in the densely populated urban area, Kendall-Frost Marsh is a valuable laboratory and popular component of the University of California’s Natural Reserve System, a library of ecosystems throughout California representing most of the state's major habitats. Much of Mission Bay was tidal wetlands until recently, and the ReWild Mission Bay project is working to restore this habitat - restoring Kendall-Frost Marsh to its former incredibly resilient and useful acreage. 

 

NOTE: Pre-registration closes Jan. 30 at 11:30 pm.

All other attendees will have to register at the entrance.

This event will take place, rain or shine.

Love Your Wetlands Day is an opportunity to explore UC San Diego’s protected Kendall-Frost Marsh Reserve in Mission Bay while also learning about the importance of coastal wetlands, the climate threats they face, and the ways local communities are working to restore and protect them. Uniquely located in the densely populated urban area, Kendall-Frost Marsh is a valuable laboratory and popular component of the University of California’s Natural Reserve System, a library of ecosystems throughout California representing most of the state's major habitats. Kendall-Frost Marsh is also the backbone of the newly-approved City park plan with hundreds of acres for restored wetland habitat; come learn more details and how to help. Activities will take place throughout the day and are family friendly (no reservations required; first come, first served at the event):

  • Guided marsh and kayak clean ups
  • Guided birding
  • Booths from environmental organizations
  • Educational presentations by local scientists
  • Speeches by elected officials, and cultural activities with Indigenous leaders
  • Native planting
  • Fish seining

The event will run from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

Please note: NO DOGS ALLOWED AT THE EVENT

Minors can not participate without a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

 

PARKING

  • Free parking and free shuttles will be available from Crown Point Park North, 3700 Corona Oriente Road, located about ¾ of a mile from Kendall-Frost Marsh Reserve. Shuttle service will run from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Street parking is available but very limited.