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Birding Outing: Marian Bear Open Space with Anitra Kaye

12/28/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Marian Bear Open Space 5544 Regents Rd San Diego
San Diego, CA
A birding outing at local natural park. This field trip may be accessible for people with mobility challenges.

Community Restoration: California Least Tern, Dune Defenders

12/24/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Stony Point Nesting Preserve, Fiesta Island
32.771828, -117.228094
Mission Bay, [No State]
Join us for a weekday opportunity to help with meaningful conservation work!

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

12/22/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free

Birding Outing: Famosa Slough

12/21/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
At the sign on Famosa Blvd. north of the Rialto St. 32.751965, -117.229320
San Diego, CA
Explore Famosa Slough with the Friends of Famosa Slough

Wander the Wetlands: Work Party

12/21/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
2111 Pacific Beach Dr
32°47'46.1"N 117°13'44.6"W
San Diego, CA 92109
Volunteer your time to help us to perform the work that needs to be done in order for the wetlands to continue thriving!

Bird Photography Club: Photo Stroll at the San Diego River Estuary

12/21/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
San Diego River Estuary
[No City], CA
A quiet stroll looking for photogenic birds and building a community of birders who like to take pictures of birds

Wander the Wetlands: Work Party

12/20/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
2111 Pacific Beach Dr
32°47'46.1"N 117°13'44.6"W
San Diego, CA 92109
Volunteer your time to help us to perform the work that needs to be done in order for the wetlands to continue thriving!

Wander the Wetlands: Work Party

12/19/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
2111 Pacific Beach Dr
32°47'46.1"N 117°13'44.6"W
San Diego, CA 92109
Volunteer your time to help us to perform the work that needs to be done in order for the wetlands to continue thriving!

Community Restoration: California Least Tern Dune Defenders

12/17/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Stony Point Nesting Preserve, Fiesta Island
32.771828, -117.228094
Mission Bay, [No State]
Join us for a weekday opportunity to help with meaningful conservation work!

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

12/15/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free

Pollinator Garden Planting at Anstine

12/14/2024 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Anstine-Audubon Nature Preserve
2437 Hutchison St
Vista, CA 92084
Join San Diego Bird Alliance in planting a pollinator garden! We will be planting native flora to restore habitat for invertebrates and birds at Anstine Audubon Nature Preserve

Wandering the King Tides

12/14/2024 06:30 AM - 10:00 AM PT
  • Free
Kendall-Frost Marsh
2055 Pacific Beach Dr
San Diego, CA 92109
Join us on Saturday, December 14, 2024 from 6:30am to 10:00am for "Wandering the King Tides" and plein-air painting, to capture the marsh as it transforms throughout the day!

2024 Christmas Bird Count

12/14/2024 12:05 AM - 11:55 PM PT
  • Free
Various locations

King Tides at the River Mouth

12/13/2024 07:00 AM - 09:00 AM PT
  • Free
OB Dog Beach
5156W W Point Loma Blvd
San Diego, CA 92107
San Diego Bird Alliance and Coastkeeper present King Tides at the San Diego River Mouth!

Birding Outings: Torrey Pines Bird outing

12/10/2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free

Community Restoration: California Least Tern Dune Defenders

12/10/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Stony Point Nesting Preserve, Fiesta Island
32.771828, -117.228094
Mission Bay, [No State]
Join us for a weekday opportunity to help with meaningful conservation work!

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

12/08/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free

Birding Outing: South San Diego Bay Wildlife Refuge and the SoCal Salt Works

12/08/2024 08:30 AM - 12:30 PM PT
  • Free
South Bay Salt Works, GPS: 32.5998, -117.0921
The SoCal Salt Works and the South Bay Wildlife Refuge consists of a series of salt
ponds used to extract salt from seawater by evaporation. This area is normally closed to
the public, except for once-per-month guided walks led by San Diego Bird Alliance
docents during the bird non-breeding fall and winter months.

Community Restoration: Planting at Grand Caribe

12/07/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Grand Caribe Shoreline Park
Coronado, CA 92118

Christmas Bird Count Practice Session

12/07/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Famosa Slough, 32.751965, -117.229320
Learn how to participate in the CBC by joining us for a short training session.

Bird Outing: Lakeside River Park Trail

12/07/2024 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM PT
  • Free
10030 Marathon Pkwy
Lakeside, CA 92040
Join us for an up to 3-mile round trip along the Lakeside River Park Trail as we search for winter season visitors!

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

12/01/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

11/24/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free

Birding Outing: South San Diego Bay Wildlife Refuge and the SoCal Salt Works

11/24/2024 07:30 AM - 11:30 AM PT
  • Free
South Bay Salt Works, GPS: 32.5998, -117.0921
The SoCal Salt Works and the South Bay Wildlife Refuge consists of a series of salt ponds used to extract salt from seawater by evaporation.

Community Restoration: Planting at Tijuana Slough

11/23/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Tijuana Slough, Imperial Beach
32.576527, -117.127755
Imperial Beach, CA 91932

Wander the Wetlands: Work Party

11/23/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
2055 Pacific Beach Dr
32.7958636, -117.2305655
San Diego, CA 92109
Volunteer your time to help us to perform the work that needs to be done in order for the wetlands to continue thriving!

Birding Outing: Marian Bear Open Space with Anitra Kaye

11/23/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Marian Bear Open Space 5544 Regents Rd San Diego
San Diego, CA
A birding outing at local natural park. This field trip may be accessible for people with mobility challenges.

San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk

11/17/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W
Join our educational docents for a guided tour of the River Mouth and it's inhabitants. Every first and third Sunday following our regular outreach shift.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

11/17/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free

Community Restoration: FAA Island 11/16

11/16/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
FAA Island, Mission Bay
32.773700, -117.233061
San Diego, CA 92109
Community habitat restoration event removing invasive plants from a California Least Tern nesting preserve in Mission Bay, San Diego.

Birding Outing: Famosa Slough

11/16/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
At the sign on Famosa Blvd. north of the Rialto St. 32.751965, -117.229320
San Diego, CA
Explore Famosa Slough with the Friends of Famosa Slough

Wander the Wetlands: Build Rail Nesting Platforms

11/16/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
2055 Pacific Beach Dr
32.7958636, -117.2305655
San Diego, CA 92109
Volunteer your time to help us to perform the work that needs to be done in order for the wetlands to continue thriving!

Bird Photography Club: Photo Stroll at Tijuana River Estuary

11/16/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Tijuana River Estuary
[No City], CA
A quiet stroll looking for photogenic birds and building a community of birders who like to take pictures of birds

Webinar: How to Create Dynamic Photo Essays

11/14/2024 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM PT
  • Free
Zoom presentation
[No City], CA 92110
Photographer Max Brashears will share ideas on how to tell stories with the photos you take.

This Book Club is for the Birds

11/14/2024 03:00 PM - 04:30 PM PT
  • Free
Online meeting
A book club for bird brains and nature nuts!

Scavenger Hunt: Ecology Edition. A fun challenge for all nature-lovers.

11/13/2024 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM PT
  • Free
Join us in a game to know local wildlife and habitat. All ages and abilities welcome!

Birding Outing: Old Mission Dam with Martha Wild

11/12/2024 07:30 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Old Mission Dam, GPS: 32.839742, -117.041552

San Diego River Mouth Docent Training

11/10/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Spend this fall's Sundays on the beach! Join the San Diego Bird Alliance in our mission to protect and celebrate the natural wonders of the San Diego River Mouth.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

11/10/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free

Birding Outing: La Jolla Sea Watch and Rocky Shores

11/10/2024 07:30 AM - 10:30 AM PT
  • Free
Point La Jolla, GPS: 32.85071, -117.27374
La Jolla Cove is a scenic spot where the Pacific Ocean meets a rocky coastline.

Community Restoration: Mariner's Point

11/09/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Mariner's Point, Mission Bay
32.764305, -117.246062
San Diego, CA 92109
Community habitat restoration event removing invasive plants from a California Least Tern nesting preserve in Mission Bay, San Diego.

Wander the Wetlands: Bird Walk

11/09/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Crown Point Dr, San Diego, CA 92109
32°47'21.2"N 117°13'54.8"W
San Diego, CA 92109

Queer Hikes: Par 4 Trail

11/09/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Par 4 Drive 32.73962508266672, -116.91664868115721
A nature walk for all people who seek non-judgemental community, if you identify as LGBTQIA+ or not

Friends of Famosa Slough Work Party

11/09/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Famosa Slough
4285 W. Pt. Loma Blvd
San Diego, CA 92107
Join Friends of Famosa Slough for an awesome opportunity to learn more about efforts to protect and restore this urban wetland and participate in restoration efforts yourself!

San Diego River Mouth Docent Training

11/08/2024 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM PT
  • Free
Spend this fall's Sundays on the beach! Join the San Diego Bird Alliance in our mission to protect and celebrate the natural wonders of the San Diego River Mouth.

Catios and Wildlife Preservation: Achieving Balance Between Cats and Birds

11/07/2024 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM PT
  • Free
A webinar with Cat Topia about how Catios are good for cats and good for birds.

San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk

11/03/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W
Join our educational docents for a guided tour of the River Mouth and it's inhabitants. Every first and third Sunday following our regular outreach shift.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

11/03/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free

Birding Outing: Eagle Peak Ranch

11/03/2024 08:30 AM - 11:30 AM PT
  • Free
Eagle Peak Ranch, GPS: 33.03527, -116.64656
This is a restricted access property in the Cuyamaca Mountains, never previously visited by us, owned by the San Diego River Park Foundation.

Dia de los Muertos Planting Party

11/02/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Otay Valley Regional Park
San Ysidro, CA 92173

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

10/27/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free

South San Diego Bay Wildlife Refuge and the SoCal Salt Works

10/27/2024 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
South Bay Salt Works, GPS: 32.5998, -117.0921
One of the most popular trips we offer, with very limited space available. Once full, please contact jhajj@sandiegobirdalliance.org to be added to a waitlist. We will contact you if space opens up.

Burrowing Owl Weeding Party

10/26/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Otay Valley Regional Park
San Ysidro, CA 92173

Wander the Wetlands: Work Party

10/26/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Crown Point Park North, Mission Bay
32.789219, -117.232006
San Diego, CA 92109
Volunteer your time to help us to perform the work that needs to be done in order for the wetlands to continue thriving!

Bird Photography Club: Photo Stroll at Santee Lakes, a Birdability Event!

10/26/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Santee Lakes GPS: 32,858, -117.007
[No City], CA
A quiet stroll looking for photogenic birds and building a community of birders who like to take pictures of birds. This location is accessible for people with disabilities.

Birding Outing: Tecolote Canyon Natural Park with Anitra Kaye

10/26/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Tecolote Canyon GPS: 32.7757, -117.1977
San Diego, CA
A birding outing at local natural park. This field trip may be accessible for people with mobility challenges.

75th Anniversary Celebration Parade

10/20/2024 11:30 AM - 02:30 PM PT
  • Free
Liberty Station South Promenade
Walk in the 75th Anniversary Celebration Parade!

SDBA 75th Anniversary Celebration

10/20/2024 11:30 AM - 02:30 PM PT
  • Free
South Promenade at Liberty Station
2850 Roosevelt Rd
San Diego, CA 92106

Community Restoration: Planting at Grand Caribe

10/19/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Grand Caribe Shoreline Park
Coronado, CA 92118

Birding Outing: Famosa Slough

10/19/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
At the sign on Famosa Blvd. north of the Rialto St. 32.751965, -117.229320
San Diego, CA
Explore Famosa Slough with the Friends of Famosa Slough

Community Restoration: Planting at the Sweetwater Bike Path

10/18/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Sweetwater Bike Path
Chula Vista, CA 92109

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

10/13/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free

Dairy Mart Ponds and the Bird and Butterfly Garden

10/13/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Dairy Mart Parking Lot, GPS: 32.5541, -117.0631
Dairy Mart Ponds are an outstanding birding spot in our south county with a bird blind, elevated viewing sites, and improved trails.

Wander the Wetlands

10/12/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Crown Park Park North, Mission Bay
32.789211, -117.231877
San Diego, CA 92109

October Big Day

10/12/2024 12:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free

WFO Conference Kayak Trip in South Bay

10/11/2024 07:15 AM - 10:30 AM PT
  • Free
Register through the WFO conference registration page

Kendall-Frost Marsh: Wonders of the Wetlands

10/10/2024 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM PT
  • Free
Join us for an evening at the Kendall-Frost Marsh, where you’ll hear firsthand insights from a conservationist as the sun sets over the tranquil marshland.

WFO Conference Kayak Trip in Mission Bay

10/10/2024 08:30 AM - 10:30 AM PT
  • $60.00

Birding Outing with Torrey Pines Conservancy

10/08/2024 08:30 AM - 10:30 AM PT
  • Free
Come to Torrey Pines Conservancy for a walk along the beach or the Guy Fleming trail.

San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk

10/06/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W
Join our educational docents for a guided tour of the River Mouth and it's inhabitants. Every first and third Sunday following our regular outreach shift.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

10/06/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free

Bird Photography Exhibition and Poetry reading

10/05/2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free

Community Restoration: Mariner's Point

10/05/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Mariner's Point, Mission Bay
32.764305, -117.246062
San Diego, CA 92109
Community habitat restoration event removing invasive plants from a California Least Tern nesting preserve in Mission Bay, San Diego.

Fledgling Birders at Lake Murray

10/04/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Lake Murray Little League Fields, GPS: 37.790, -117.044
This field trip is intended for beginning/fledgling birders and visits the northwest side of Lake Murray

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

09/29/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free

Community Restoration: FAA Island 9/29

09/29/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
FAA Island, Mission Bay
32.773700, -117.233061
San Diego, CA 92109
Community habitat restoration event removing invasive plants from a California Least Tern nesting preserve in Mission Bay, San Diego.

Old Mission Dam at Mission Trails with Peter Thomas and Millie Basden

09/29/2024 08:00 AM - 10:30 AM PT
  • Free
Old Mission Dam, GPS: 32.839732, -117.041126
https://mtrp.org/old-mission-dam/
Father Junipro Serra Trail
Old Mission Dam is a favorite destination for birding throughout the year.

Wander the Wetlands: Work Party

09/28/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
2055 Pacific Beach Dr
32.7958636, -117.2305655
San Diego, CA 92109
Volunteer your time to help us to perform the work that needs to be done in order for the wetlands to continue thriving!

Birding Outing: Tecolote Canyon Natural Park with Anitra Kaye

09/28/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Tecolote Canyon GPS: 32.7757, -117.1977
San Diego, CA
A birding outing at local natural park. This field trip may be accessible for people with mobility challenges.

Vegetation Monitoring @ Stony Point 9/25

09/25/2024 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Stony Point, Mission Bay
32.771857, -117.228082
Track vegetation height and density to help inform enhancement efforts at the California Least Tern nesting preserves

Vegetation Monitoring @ Stony Point 9/24

09/24/2024 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Stony Point, Mission Bay
32.771857, -117.228082
Track vegetation height and density to help inform enhancement efforts at the California Least Tern nesting preserves

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

09/22/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free

LCW- Bilingual Bike Ride on San Diego River

09/22/2024 08:00 AM - 11:30 AM PT
  • Free  -  I have a bike
  • Free  -  I need a bike
San Diego River Bike Paths 32.7613637, -117.2144179
San Diego, [No State]
Celebrate Latino Conservation Week with a ride along the San Diego River, with San Diego County Bicycle Coalition and San Diego BIrd Alliance

Birding Outing: Famosa Slough

09/21/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
At the sign on Famosa Blvd. north of the Rialto St. 32.751965, -117.229320
San Diego, CA
Explore Famosa Slough with the Friends of Famosa Slough

LCW-“Un Viaje Por Los Humedales” / “Journey Through the Wetlands”

09/21/2024 08:00 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
South Bay, Chula vista Bayfront
980 Marina Way
Chula Vista, CA 91910
Este año, SDAS está celebrando el quinto año creando conexiones y promoviendo la conservación en la comunidad latina, y este septiembre tendremos una gran celebración llamada Un Viaje Por Los Humedales el dia 21 de septiembre del 2024 de 9:00 a. m. a 1:00 p. m. en South Bay, Chula Vista Bayfront Park, con nuestros socios San Diego National Wildlife Refuge, Ocean Connectors, Living Coast Discovery Center, San Diego Natural History Museum, Fauna del Noroeste, San Diego Coastkeeper y Outdoor Outreach.
¡Celebraremos la belleza y el valor de nuestros humedales costeros!

This year SDAS is celebrating our 5th year making connections and promoting conservation in the Latino community, and this September we will be having a big celebration called Journey Through the Wetlands on September 21, 2024 from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm in South Bay, Chula Vista Bayfront Park, with our partners San Diego National Wildlife Refuge, Ocean Connectors, Living Coast Discovery Center, San Diego Natural History Museum, Fauna del Noroeste, San Diego Coastkeeper, and Outdoor Outreach.

We will be celebrating the beauty and the value of our coastal wetlands!

LCW-Bilingual Moth Outing/Excursión bilingüe de la polilla para la Semana de la Conservación Latina.

09/20/2024 08:00 PM - 10:00 PM PT
  • Free
West Point Loma Blvd, 32.752501, -117.228784
Learn about the moths that live in Famosa Slough in this fun evening activity, great for all ages! Spanish and English speaking guides will be present.
Aprende sobre las polillas que viven en Famosa Slough, en esta divertida actividad nocturna, ¡ideal para todas las edades! Estarán presentes guías que hablan español e inglés.

LCW- Bilingual Vegetation Monitoring & Restoration Event!

09/19/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Mariner's Point
32.764305, -117.246062
San Diego, CA 92109
Vegetation monitoring and habitat restoration event in partnership with Fauna del Noroeste.
Monitoreo de vegetacion y restauración de habitat en asociación con Fauna del Noroeste.

Vegetation Monitoring @ North Fiesta 9/18

09/18/2024 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
North Fiesta Island, Mission Bay
32.785122, -117.215448
Track vegetation height and density to help inform enhancement efforts at the California Least Tern nesting preserves

Lindo Lakes with Martha Wild

09/18/2024 07:30 AM - 10:30 AM PT
  • Free
32°51'35.9"N 116°55'10.5”W.
Lakeshore and Vine
San Diego, CA

Vegetation Monitoring @ North Fiesta 9/17

09/17/2024 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
North Fiesta Island, Mission Bay
32.785122, -117.215448
Track vegetation height and density to help inform enhancement efforts at the California Least Tern nesting preserves

Vegetation Monitoring @ North Fiesta 9/16

09/16/2024 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
North Fiesta Island, Mission Bay
32.785122, -117.215448
Track vegetation height and density to help inform enhancement efforts at the California Least Tern nesting preserves

San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk

09/15/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W
Join our educational docents for a guided tour of the River Mouth and it's inhabitants. Every first and third Sunday following our regular outreach shift.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

09/15/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free

San Diego River and Robb Field with Peter Thomas and Friends

09/15/2024 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM PT
  • Free
Peninsula Tennis Club, GPS: 32.7556, -117.2407
2525 Bacon St
San Diego, [No State]
The San Diego River Estuary adjacent to Robb Field is one of the most productive and rewarding birding sites in our region.

LCW- Pintura, Plantitas y Charla!

09/15/2024 08:00 AM - 10:30 AM PT
  • Free
Tijuana Slough
Meet on the parking lot for 5th and Iris Ave.
Reúnase en el estacionamiento de 5th e Iris Ave., [No State]
This is one of a series of events celebrating Latino Conservation Week (September 14 – 22) and Tijuana River Action Month (mid-September to mid-October).Este es uno de una serie de eventos que celebran la Semana de la Conservación Latina (del 14 al 22 de septiembre) y TRAM el Mes de Acción del Río Tijuana (de mediados de septiembre a mediados de octubre).

Friends of Famosa Slough Work Party

09/14/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Famosa Slough
4285 W. Pt. Loma Blvd
San Diego, CA 92107
Join Friends of Famosa Slough for an awesome opportunity to learn more about efforts to protect and restore this urban wetland and participate in restoration efforts yourself!

LCW- Wander the Wetlands

09/14/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
2055 Pacific Beach Dr, San Diego, CA 92109
32.7958636, -117.2305655
San Diego, CA 92109

Birding for Beginners Fall 2024

09/12/2024 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM PT
  • $150.00
online and in person
Nurture your love and knowledge of birds with a beginner’s birding class designed to connect you with the birding community and improve your skills in bird identification. We will spend quality time observing and discussing birds and their behavior, to build your understanding of the sights, sounds, behaviors, and natural history of a selection of our feathered friends.

Moth Outing for Biodiversity Week

09/09/2024 08:00 PM - 10:00 PM PT
  • Free
West Point Loma Blvd, 32.752501, -117.228784
Learn about the moths that live in Famosa Slough in this fun evening activity, great for all ages!

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

09/08/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free

Bird Photography Club: Monthly Zoom Sessions

09/07/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free

Bilingual Border BioBlitz at Tijuana Slough NWR

09/07/2024 08:00 AM - 10:30 AM PT
  • Free
Tijuana Slough
Parking Lot 5th and Iris
¡Celebremos juntos el Día de la Biodiversidad de California! Regístrese enviando un correo electrónico a la guardaparque Nancy Fernández a Nancy_Fernandez@fws.gov.
Let’s celebrate California Biodiversity Day together! Sign up by emailing Park Ranger Nancy Fernandez at Nancy_Fernandez@fws.gov.

San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk

09/01/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W
Join our educational docents for a guided tour of the River Mouth and it's inhabitants. Every first and third Sunday following our regular outreach shift.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

09/01/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free

Sharing Our Shores: Summer Events

08/31/2024 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM PT
  • Free
495 10th St
Imperial Beach, CA 91932

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

08/25/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

An evening with Author Arjan Dwarshuis-livestream

08/24/2024 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM PT
  • Free
Author Arjan Dwarshuis will talk about his book, The (Big) Year that Flew By: Twelve months, Six Continents and the Ultimate Birding Record.

An evening with Author Arjan Dwarshuis

08/24/2024 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM PT
  • Free
Tecolote Canyon Nature Center GPS: 32.7757, -117.1977
5180 Tecolote Road
San Diego, CA 92110
Author Arjan Dwarshuis will talk about his book, The (Big) Year that Flew By: Twelve months, Six Continents and the Ultimate Birding Record.

Unveiling Pacific Beach’s Newest Mural

08/24/2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM PT
  • Free
Surf and Post Shipping Center
4629 Cass Street
San Diego, CA 92109
An Invitation to Explore the Wild Side of Our Shoreline with Beautiful PB

Sharing Our Shores: Summer Events

08/24/2024 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM PT
  • Free
495 10th St
Imperial Beach, CA 91932

Wander the Wetlands: Work Party

08/24/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Kendall Frost Marsh Reserve Field Station
32.7958636, -117.2305655
2055 Pacific Beach Dr
San Diego, CA 92109
Volunteer your time to help us to perform the work that needs to be done in order for the wetlands to continue thriving!

San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk

08/18/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W
Join our educational docents for a guided tour of the River Mouth and it's inhabitants. Every first and third Sunday following our regular outreach shift.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

08/18/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Birding Outing: Famosa Slough

08/17/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
At the sign on Famosa Blvd. north of the Rialto St. 32.751965, -117.229320
San Diego, CA
Explore Famosa Slough with the Friends of Famosa Slough

Outdoor Experience Leader training

08/15/2024 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM PT
  • Free  -  Scholarship registrant
  • $150.00  -  Tuition
online and in person
The goal of this course is to prepare volunteers for leadership experiences with SDAS, primarily as Outing leaders. You'll have the opportunity to explore and try on several different leadership styles within a supportive, participatory environment. You'll use some of the forms and planning tools that SDAS makes available to its leaders. And you'll plan and execute an outing that can be scheduled and promoted by SDAS in the 2024-25 field trip season.  Sponsored by Birdfy.

Birding Outing with Torrey Pines Conservancy

08/13/2024 08:30 AM - 10:30 AM PT
  • Free
Come to Torrey Pines Conservancy for a walk along the beach or the Guy Fleming trail.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

08/11/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Wander the Wetlands Training

08/10/2024 08:30 AM - 11:30 AM PT
  • Free
Kendall Frost Marsh Reserve Field Station
32.7958636, -117.2305655
2055 Pacific Beach Dr
San Diego, CA 92109

San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk

08/04/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W
Join our educational docents for a guided tour of the River Mouth and it's inhabitants. Every first and third Sunday following our regular outreach shift.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

08/04/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

07/28/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Wander the Wetlands: Work Party

07/27/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Kendall Frost Marsh Reserve Field Station
32.7958636, -117.2305655
2055 Pacific Beach Dr
San Diego, CA 92109
Volunteer your time to help us to perform the work that needs to be done in order for the wetlands to continue thriving!

Birds and Brews

07/27/2024 09:00 AM - 01:30 PM PT
  • $50.00
San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center
2710 Manchester Avenue
Cardiff-by-the-Sea, [No State]
Morning birding at San Elijo Lagoon, followed by lunch at Modern Times in Encinitas

Birding Outing: Tecolote Canyon Natural Park with Anitra Kaye

07/27/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Tecolote Canyon GPS: 32.7757, -117.1977
San Diego, CA
A birding outing at local natural park. This field trip may be accessible for people with mobility challenges.

Nature Walk @ Anstine

07/27/2024 07:30 AM - 10:00 AM PT
  • Free
Anstine-Audubon Nature Preserve
2437 Hutchison St
Vista, CA 92084

Community Restoration: Mulching at the Sweetwater Bike Path

07/26/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Sweetwater Bike Path
Chula Vista, CA 92109

Moth outing at Famosa Slough

07/25/2024 08:00 PM - 10:00 PM PT
  • Free
West Point Loma Blvd, 32.752501, -117.228784
Learn about the moths that live in Famosa Slough in this fun evening activity, great for all ages!

San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk

07/21/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W
Join our educational docents for a guided tour of the River Mouth and it's inhabitants. Every first and third Sunday following our regular outreach shift.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

07/21/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Birding Outing: Famosa Slough

07/20/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
At the sign on Famosa Blvd. north of the Rialto St. 32.751965, -117.229320
San Diego, CA
Explore Famosa Slough with the Friends of Famosa Slough

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

07/14/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Friends of Famosa Slough Work Party

07/13/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Famosa Slough
4285 W. Pt. Loma Blvd
San Diego, CA 92107
Join Friends of Famosa Slough for an awesome opportunity to learn more about efforts to protect and restore this urban wetland and participate in restoration efforts yourself!

Wander the Wetlands

07/13/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Crown Point
32°47'21.2"N 117°13'54.8"W
Crown Point Dr, San Diego, CA 92109
San Diego, CA 92109

San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk

07/07/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W
Join our educational docents for a guided tour of the River Mouth and it's inhabitants. Every first and third Sunday following our regular outreach shift.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

07/07/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk

06/30/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W
Join our educational docents for a guided tour of the River Mouth and it's inhabitants. Every first and third Sunday following our regular outreach shift.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

06/30/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

San Diego River Mouth Docent Training

06/30/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Ocean Beach - Dog Beach
32°45'18.2"N 117°14'56.7"W
Ocean Beach San Diego, CA 92107
Spend this summer's Sundays on the beach! Join the San Diego Audubon Society in our mission to protect and celebrate the natural wonders of the San Diego River Mouth.

San Diego River Mouth Docent Training

06/28/2024 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM PT
  • Free
Spend this summer's Sundays on the beach! Join the San Diego Audubon Society in our mission to protect and celebrate the natural wonders of the San Diego River Mouth.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

06/23/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Queer Hikes: Lake Hodges

06/23/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
20175 Lake Dr, Escondido, CA 92029
San Diego, CA
A birding outing at local natural park. This field trip may be accessible for people with mobility challenges. LGBTQ+ Friendly

Wander the Wetlands: Work Party

06/22/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Kendall Frost Marsh Reserve Field Station
32.7958636, -117.2305655
2055 Pacific Beach Dr, San Diego, CA 92109
San Diego, CA 92109
Volunteer your time to help us to perform the work that needs to be done in order for the wetlands to continue thriving!

Birding Outing: Tecolote Canyon Natural Park with Anitra Kaye

06/22/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Tecolote Canyon GPS: 32.7757, -117.1977
San Diego, CA
A birding outing at local natural park. This field trip may be accessible for people with mobility challenges.

Birding Outing: Lake Hodges Photo Stroll

06/22/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Lake Hodges
20175 Lake Dr
Escondido, CA 92029
Photo walk in Lake Hodges! Bring a Camera and comfy shoes!

San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk

06/16/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W
Join our educational docents for a guided tour of the River Mouth and it's inhabitants. Every first and third Sunday following our regular outreach shift.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

06/16/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Birding Outings: Bird Sit at Silverwood with Tom Simpson

06/16/2024 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Silverwood Wildlife Sanctuary 13003 Wildcat Canyon Road Lakeside, CA 92040
Lakeside, CA
Bird Sit at Silverwood
Registration Required.

Birding Outing: Famosa Slough

06/15/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
At the sign on Famosa Blvd. north of the Rialto St. 32.751965, -117.229320
San Diego, CA
Explore Famosa Slough with the Friends of Famosa Slough

Birding Outing: Torrey Pines Conservancy

06/11/2024 08:30 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
1800 McGonigle Road
San Diego, CA 92037
Join Torrey Pines Conservancy Docents and SDAS guides for birding at beautiful Torrey Pines

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

06/09/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Wander the Wetlands

06/08/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Crown Point
32.789211, -117.231877
Crown Point Dr, San Diego, CA 92109
San Diego, CA 92109
This Saturday's event will be a bird walk!

San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk

06/02/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W
Join our educational docents for a guided tour of the River Mouth and it's inhabitants. Every first and third Sunday following our regular outreach shift.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

06/02/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

05/26/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

OVRP Community Science Event

05/26/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Otay Valley Regional Park
Ranger Station
32.588043, -117.072128
San Diego, CA
Document biodiversity through the Border BioBlitz, learn about native plants and take home native seed

Birding Outing: Flintkote Avenue with Martha Wild

05/26/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
GPS Coordinates: 32.905729042418336, -117.23243968938135
[No City], CA

Birding Outing: Agua Dulce Creek wit Peter Thomas

05/26/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Wooded Hill Nature Trail, GPS: 32.8548, -116.4363
[No City], CA
"Quick! Three Beers!"

Wander the Wetlands: Work Party

05/25/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Kendall Frost Marsh Reserve Field Station
2055 Pacific Beach Dr, San Diego, CA 92109
San Diego, CA 92109
Volunteer your time to help us to perform the work that needs to be done in order for the wetlands to continue thriving!

Birding Outing: Tecolote Canyon Natural Park with Anitra Kaye

05/25/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Tecolote Canyon GPS: 32.7757, -117.1977
San Diego, CA
A birding outing at local natural park. This field trip may be accessible for people with mobility challenges.

Amy Tan at Warwicks

05/22/2024 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM PT
  • Free
IPJ Theatre, Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice
5555 Marian Way
San Diego, CA 92110
Warwicks and USD's College of Art and Science present Amy Tan in conversation with Noelle Norton

San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk

05/19/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
OB Dog Beach Grass Lawn 32°45'15.7"N 117°15'00.0"W
San Diego River Bikeway, San Diego, CA 92107
Join our educational docents for a guided dog-friendly walk of the River Mouth!

BARK Rangers Kick Off

05/19/2024 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Grassy lawn near OB Dog Beach (GPS Coordinates: 32.754316, -117.249822)
5156 W Point Loma Blvd
San Diego, CA 92107

Birding Outing: Famosa Slough

05/18/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
At the sign on Famosa Blvd. north of the Rialto St. 32.751965, -117.229320
San Diego, CA
Explore Famosa Slough with the Friends of Famosa Slough

Birding Outing: Photo stroll at Robb Field

05/18/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Peninsula Tennis Club, GPS: 32.7556, -117.2407
San Diego, CA
Shorebirds in salt marsh mudflats. Bring your cameras!

Spring Weeding at Silverwood!

05/18/2024 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
13003 Wildcat Canyon Road
Lakeside, CA
Help our Native Wildflowers thrive by removing invasive weeds at Silverwood!

Birding Outing: Beach Walk to the Mouth of the Tijuana River with Peter Thomas

05/16/2024 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Seacoast Drive, GPS: 32.5666, -117.1324
San Diego, CA

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

05/12/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Wander the Wetlands

05/11/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Crown Park Park North, Mission Bay
32.789211, -117.231877
San Diego, CA 92109

Friends of Famosa Slough Work Party

05/11/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Famosa Slough
4285 W. Pt. Loma Blvd
San Diego, CA 92107
Join Friends of Famosa Slough for an awesome opportunity to learn more about efforts to protect and restore this urban wetland and participate in restoration efforts yourself!

World Migratory Bird Day: Bikes and Birds

05/11/2024 08:00 AM - 11:30 AM PT
  • Free
San Diego River Bike Paths 32.7613637, -117.2144179
Join SDAS and the San Diego County Bicycle Coalition for a bike ride to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day.

San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk

05/05/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W
Join our educational docents for a guided tour of the River Mouth and it's inhabitants. Every first and third Sunday following our regular outreach shift.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

05/05/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Ternwatchers Training

05/03/2024 04:30 PM - 05/04/2024 10:00 AM PT
  • Free
Zoom + Mariner's Point
32.764305, -117.246062
San Diego, CA 92109
Habitat restoration has come to an end, sign up to help monitor the Least Tern nesting colonies in Mission Bay!

Birding Outing: Lake Hodges with KS Nature Photography

05/02/2024 07:00 AM - 10:00 AM PT
  • Free
Lake Hodges
20175 Lake Dr
Escondido, CA 92029
Photo walk in Lake Hodges! Bring a Camera and comfy shoes!

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

04/28/2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

A-Way in Nature: a Mindful Outdoor Experience with Birds at Anstine with Tammah Watts

04/27/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • $15.00
Anstine Audubon Preserve
2437 Hutchison St
Vista, CA 92084
In this workshop, Tammah Watts- Certified Kripalu Mindful Outdoor Guide, Licensed therapist (LMFT), Certified CA Naturalist, best-selling author, and birder-invites you to experience birds in a whole new way wherever you are and whenever you wish

Community Science: South Bay BioBlitz

04/27/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Various Locations in South Bay
San Diego, CA
Join us in our 4th year celebrating biodiversity through this annual BioBlitz associated with the City Nature Challenge.

Wander the Wetlands: Work Party

04/27/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
UC San Diego Natural Reserve System's Research Station
2055 Pacific Beach Dr
San Diego, CA 92109
Volunteer your time to help us to perform the work that needs to be done in order for the wetlands to continue thriving!

Birding Outing: Tecolote Canyon Natural Park with Anitra Kaye

04/27/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Tecolote Canyon GPS: 32.7757, -117.1977
San Diego, CA
A birding outing at local natural park. This field trip may be accessible for people with mobility challenges.

Vegetation Survey at Emory Cove

04/25/2024 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Emory Cove, off of the Bayshore Bikeway
32.605944, -117.128531
Imperial Beach, CA 91932

Vegetation Survey at Tijuana Slough

04/23/2024 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Tijuana Slough, Imperial Beach
32.576527, -117.127755
Imperial Beach, CA 91932

San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk

04/21/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W
Join our educational docents for a guided tour of the River Mouth and it's inhabitants. Every first and third Sunday following our regular outreach shift.

Outreach event: World Beat Center Earth Day

04/21/2024 11:00 AM - 06:00 PM PT
  • Free

Birding Outing: Stonewall Mine and Lake Cuyamaca With Peter Thomas

04/21/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM PT
  • Free
Stonewall Mine, GPS: 32.982904, -116.569872
San Diego, CA
Sunday, April 21, 2024, 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Stonewall Mine and Lake Cuyamaca
Google Maps: Stonewall Mine, GPS: 32.982904, -116.569872
Leaders: Peter Thomas, Teri Hurst, and others
Lake Cuyamaca and the Stonewall Mine area give us a chance to sample mountain and spring migrating species. We will start at the old mine shaft, and then venture out on trails through oak
and pine woodlands. Possible species include Wild Turkey, various Raptors, Oak Titmouse, Mountain Chickadee and Nuthatches. Migrating warblers could include Yellow-rumped, Black-
throated Gray, Townsend’s, Hermit, and Wilson’s. Views of Lake Cuyamaca should provide Wood Ducks, Mallards, and other waterfowl. Purple Martins have been seen from this area in April during past years. Restrooms are at the Paso Pacheco Campground, just to the south on Highway 79. NOTE: A California State Parks pass, or a day pass (now $10 –available at the trailhead), is required to be able to park either at the Mine or at the Campground. Capped at 15 participants.

Directions: From San Diego, go east on Highway 8, turn north on Highway 79. About 1 mile north of the Paso Pacheco Campground area, watch for the turnoff to the right for
the Stonewall Mine. Meet at the end of the road.

Registration required.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

04/21/2024 12:00 AM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Birding Outing: Famosa Slough

04/20/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
At the sign on Famosa Blvd. north of the Rialto St. 32.751965, -117.229320
San Diego, CA
Explore Famosa Slough with the Friends of Famosa Slough

Birding Outings: Photo Stroll at San Joaquin Marsh (Irvine)

04/20/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
San Joaquin Marsh
Irvine, CA
A gathering of bird photography enthusiasts
Registration Required.

Vegetation Survey at 10th St

04/19/2024 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
495 10th St
495 10th St
Imperial Beach, CA 91932

Vegetation Survey at Grand Caribe

04/16/2024 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Grand Caribe Causeway
598 Grand Caribe Causeway
Coronado, CA 92118

Community Restoration: FAA Island 4/14

04/14/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
FAA Island, Mission Bay
32.773700, -117.233061
San Diego, CA 92109
Community habitat restoration event removing invasive plants from a California Least Tern nesting preserve in Mission Bay, San Diego.

Birding Outing: Birding by Ear for Beginners (And the Rest of Us) at MTRP with Peter Thomas

04/14/2024 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM PT
  • Free
Lake Kumeyaay Day Use Parking Lot, 32.8394, -117.0237
San Diego, CA
Sunday, April 14, 2024, 8:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Birding by Ear for Beginners (and the Rest of Us Also) at MTRP – Lake Kumeyaay
Google Maps: Lake Kumeyaay Day Use Parking Lot, 32.8394, -117.0237
Leaders: Sandy Kuntz, Peter Thomas. and others
Learn to enjoy and identify birds by ear! This skill allows you to more easily identify the birds that are all around you, especially when they are hiding under cover in chaparral or high up in riparian woodland treetops. On our walk, we will stop frequently and really listen in order to understand the different kinds of sounds birds make. We will identify resident birds and spring migrants as we hear them, with practice and tips on distinguishing between similar sounding species, learning the difference between songs and calls, and advice on how to remember what you hear. Restrooms available at the campground. Bring binoculars, hats, sunscreen, and water.
Capped at 12 participants.

Registration required.

Directions: From Highway 52, exit on Mast Blvd., turn easterly .1 mile, then right on West Hills
Parkway. Proceed about ¾ miles to Mission Gorge Road, go right again, and keep right to
proceed on Father Junipero Serra Trail. Turn right the stop sign at Bushy Hill Rd. and follow
signs to the Day Use Parking Lot.

Birding Outing: Pine Valley Creek with Martha Wild

04/14/2024 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
directions will be relayed before the trip
San Diego, CA
Birding on a forested trail just north of Pine Valley

Queer Hikes: Tecolote Canyon Natural Park

04/14/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Tecolote Canyon GPS: 32.7757, -117.1977
San Diego, CA
A birding outing at local natural park. This field trip may be accessible for people with mobility challenges. LGBTQ+ Friendly

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

04/14/2024 12:00 AM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Outreach event: Kensington Earth Day

04/13/2024 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free

Community Restoration: FAA Island CANCELLED AND RESCHEDULED 4/14

04/13/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
FAA Island, Mission Bay
32.773700, -117.233061
San Diego, CA 92109
Community habitat restoration event removing invasive plants from a California Least Tern nesting preserve in Mission Bay, San Diego.

Wander the Wetlands

04/13/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Crown Park Park North, Mission Bay
32.789211, -117.231877
San Diego, CA 92109

Birding Outing: Lake Murray walk with Martha Wild

04/12/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Lake Murray Little League Fields, GPS: 37.790, -117.044
San Diego, CA
Google Maps: Lake Murray Little League Fields, GPS: 37.790, -117.044
Leaders: Martha Wild
Located just north of La Mesa, Lake Murray is part of Mission Trails Regional Park. It attracts a large variety of waterfowl, herons, gulls, and shorebirds. Its reeds and tree-lined riparian borders blend into coastal scrub, providing a diverse habitat for many other birds. Come join us for a 3 hour stroll around the lake and along some of the paths along the edges, to take in the beauty and habits of the birds in this diverse ecosystem.

Directions: From I-8 go north on Lake Murray Blvd. to Baltimore Drive and turn left. Continue for 1 mile and turn left on Jackson Drive. Turn left onto Golfcrest. Go another mile to the Mission Trails Park entrance on the left. Meet in the parking area near the Little League field bleachers.

From Highway 52 going east, exit on Mast Blvd. Turn left, go under the highway to
the stoplight at West Hills Blvd., and turn right. Proceed to Mission Gorge Blvd., turn right and proceed over the hill to Golfcrest. Go left and proceed beyond 2 stoplights to the park entrance on the left as above. Meet in the parking area as above.
Registration required.

Birding For Beginners Spring 2024

04/11/2024 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM PT
  • $112.50  -  Per person in Family of 3+
  • $125.00  -  Per person in a pair of 2
  • $150.00  -  Individual rate
various locations
Nurture your love and knowledge of birds with a beginner’s birding class designed to connect you with the birding community and improve your skills in bird identification.
Spring Course- signup begins April 1, 2024
Thursday zoom sessions begin April 11 and end  May 16, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Sunday field trips begin April 21 and end May 19 8 am to 10 am

Dune Defenders

04/11/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Various locations, Mission Bay
San Diego, CA 92109
Defend the dunes in Mission Bay to help the California Least Tern

Birding Outing El Monte County Park with Peter Thomas

04/11/2024 08:00 AM - 10:30 AM PT
  • Free
Google Maps: El Monte County Park, GPS: 32.891102, -116.849664
San Diego, CA
Birding in El Monte Park : 88 acre park with spectacular views of the “Monte” – El Capitan.
Registration Required.
Thursday, April 11, 2024, 8:00 AM – 10:30 AM
El Monte County Park
Google Maps: El Monte County Park, GPS: 32.891102, -116.849664
Leaders: Peter Thomas, Millie Basden, and others

El Monte County Park on the road to El Capitan Reservoir and Dam is a wonderful 88 acre park with spectacular views of the “Monte” – El Capitan. There is a mixture of grassy lawns, native oaks, and chapparal slopes. Birds that we hope to spy include Wild Turkey, Rufous-crowned Sparrows, California Thrashers, and some of the Spring migrants that spend time in our County.
Restrooms available. Capped at 12 participants.

Directions: From Highway 52 or 8 going east, take Highway 67 north to the stoplight at Mapleview in Lakeside, go right, continue to El Monte Rd and go left. Continue up the valley to the parking lot on the left. We will meet and walk from there.

Birding Outing: Lake Hodges with KS Nature Photography

04/09/2024 07:00 AM - 10:00 AM PT
  • Free
Lake Hodges
20175 Lake Dr
Escondido, CA 92029
Photo walk in Lake Hodges! Bring a Camera and comfy shoes!

Community Restoration: FAA Island4/8

04/08/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
FAA Island, Mission Bay
32.773700, -117.233061
San Diego, CA 92109
Community habitat restoration event removing invasive plants from a California Least Tern nesting preserve in Mission Bay, San Diego.

San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk

04/07/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W
Join our educational docents for a guided tour of the River Mouth and it's inhabitants. Every first and third Sunday following our regular outreach shift.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

04/07/2024 12:00 AM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Community Restoration: FAA Island CANCELLED AND RESCHEDULED 4/8 + 4/13

04/06/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
FAA Island, Mission Bay
32.773700, -117.233061
San Diego, CA 92109
Community habitat restoration event removing invasive plants from a California Least Tern nesting preserve in Mission Bay, San Diego.

CNPS Native Garden Tour

04/06/2024 09:00 AM - 04/07/2024 04:00 PM PT
  • $40.00
Multiple Locations -
Join the California Native Plant Society in celebrating the beauty and diversity of San Diego’s native gardens.

Community Restoration: FAA Island with USFWS

04/04/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
FAA Island, Mission Bay
32.773700, -117.233061
San Diego, CA 92109
Community habitat restoration event removing invasive plants from a California Least Tern nesting preserve in Mission Bay, San Diego.

Dune Defenders

04/04/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Various locations, Mission Bay
San Diego, CA 92109
Defend the dunes in Mission Bay to help the California Least Tern

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

03/31/2024 12:00 AM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

!!CANCELLED!! Community Restoration: Mariner's Point

03/30/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Mariner's Point, Mission Bay
32.764305, -117.246062
San Diego, CA 92109
Community habitat restoration event removing invasive plants from a California Least Tern nesting preserve in Mission Bay, San Diego.

Dune Defenders

03/28/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Various locations, Mission Bay
San Diego, CA 92109
Defend the dunes in Mission Bay to help the California Least Tern

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

03/24/2024 12:00 AM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Wander the Wetlands: Work Party

03/23/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Crown Point Park North, Mission Bay
32.789219, -117.232006
San Diego, CA 92109
Volunteer your time to help us to perform the work that needs to be done in order for the wetlands to continue thriving!

Birding Outing: Tecolote Canyon Natural Park with Anitra Kaye

03/23/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Tecolote Canyon GPS: 32.7757, -117.1977
San Diego, CA
A birding outing at local natural park. This field trip may be accessible for people with mobility challenges.

Dune Defenders

03/21/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Various locations, Mission Bay
San Diego, CA 92109
Defend the dunes in Mission Bay to help the California Least Tern

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park – Resident Birds, Wintering Visitors, and Migrating with Peter Thomas

03/20/2024 11:30 AM - 03/21/2024 02:30 PM PT
  • Free
Christmas Circle in Borrego Springs. GPS:33.256475, -116.374516
San Diego, CA
This will be an overnight trip to the desert. Anza-Borrego is noted for its wildflowers in the spring. The desert birds that we’ll be looking for include Ladder-backed Woodpecker, Black-throated Sparrow, Black-tailed Gnatcatcher, Verdin, and early spring migrants. Thrashers are possible. Viewing the Swainson’s Hawk migration at the Borrego Hawkwatch should be a highlight. A group dinner will be an option for Wednesday evening for those who wish to participate. Arrangements for accommodations will be up to the individual participants. Further details after registration. Capped at 8 participants.
Registration Required.

practice event

03/20/2024 09:06 PM - 09:06 PM PT
  • Free

San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk

03/17/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W
Join our educational docents for a guided tour of the River Mouth and it's inhabitants. Every first and third Sunday following our regular outreach shift.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

03/17/2024 12:00 AM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Birding Outing: Famosa Slough

03/16/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
At the sign on Famosa Blvd. north of the Rialto St. 32.751965, -117.229320
San Diego, CA
Explore Famosa Slough with the Friends of Famosa Slough

Birding Outings: Photo Stroll at Whelan Lake

03/16/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Whelan Lake GPS: 33.2427, -117.3354
Oceanside, CA
A gathering of bird photography enthusiasts at a behind the gates location!
Registration Required.

Dune Defenders

03/14/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Various locations, Mission Bay
San Diego, CA 92109
Defend the dunes in Mission Bay to help the California Least Tern

Birding Outings: Blue Sky Ecological Reserve with Peter Thomas

03/10/2024 07:30 AM - 10:30 AM PT
  • Free
Blue Sky Ecological Reserve, GPS: 33.0164, -117.0237
San Diego, CA
Blue Sky Ecological Reserve is situated on the western slope of Mount Woodson and just north of Lake Poway. A stream and associated willow and oak woodland are bordered by mixed chaparral and coastal sage scrub on rugged slopes. Birds to be expected include California Quail, Spotted and California Towhees, Bushtit, Wrentit, Bewick’s and House Wrens. Along the way Black-chinned Hummingbird, Western Flycatcher, Orange-crowned Warbler, Yellow-breasted Chat, Black-headed Grosbeak, and Lazuli Bunting may also be found. Easy hiking on a dirt road.
Restrooms available at the trailhead. Capped at 12 participants.
Registration Required.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

03/10/2024 12:00 AM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Community Restoration: Planting at Tijuana Slough

03/09/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Tijuana Slough, Imperial Beach
32.576527, -117.127755
Imperial Beach, CA 91932

Friends of Famosa Slough Work Party

03/09/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Famosa Slough
4285 W. Pt. Loma Blvd
San Diego, CA 92107
Join Friends of Famosa Slough for an awesome opportunity to learn more about efforts to protect and restore this urban wetland and participate in restoration efforts yourself!

Wander the Wetlands

03/09/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Crown Park Park North, Mission Bay
32.789211, -117.231877
San Diego, CA 92109

Anstine Nature Preserve Volunteer Work Party

03/09/2024 08:30 AM - 11:30 AM PT
  • Free
Anstine-Audubon Nature Preserve
2437 Hutchison St
Vista, CA 92084
Clear brush to prevent wildfires

Dune Defenders

03/07/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Various locations, Mission Bay
San Diego, CA 92109
Defend the dunes in Mission Bay to help the California Least Tern

San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk

03/03/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W
Join our educational docents for a guided tour of the River Mouth and it's inhabitants. Every first and third Sunday following our regular outreach shift.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

03/03/2024 12:00 AM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Community Restoration: Planting at the Sweetwater Bike Path

03/02/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Sweetwater Bike Path
Chula Vista, CA 92109

Birding Outings: San Diego River Estuary with John Bruin and Peter Thomas

03/02/2024 08:00 AM - 10:30 AM PT
  • Free
Peninsula Tennis Club, GPS: 32.7556, -117.2407
San Diego, CA
The San Diego River Estuary adjacent to Robb Field is one of the most productive and rewarding birding sites in our region. The salt marsh mudflats, sand islands, and wetlands, always changing with the fluctuating tides, provide rest spots and foraging areas for a wealth of bird species. We will focus on shorebird migrants and year-round residents. If time permits, we will travel to the Sea World Dr. to see what may be further upstream. Restrooms are available at the trailhead at Robb Field.
Registration Required.

Dune Defenders

02/29/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Various locations, Mission Bay
San Diego, CA 92109
Defend the dunes in Mission Bay to help the California Least Tern

Free Programs at SDBF: Bird Conservation Through Coffee

02/25/2024 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Marina Village Conference Center
1936 Quivira
San Diego, CA 92109
Bird Conservation Through Coffee: Enjoy a delicious cup of Caffe Ibis’ Bird Friendly® certified coffee while discovering the amazing efforts happening on Bird-Friendly coffee farms. Explore how these farms protect vital habitats for migratory birds and gain insights into spotting Bird Friendly products that champion both quality and conservation.

Free Programs at SDBF: Free Flight Bird Presentation

02/25/2024 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM PT
  • Free
Marina Village Conference Center
1936 Quivira
San Diego, CA 92109

Free Programs at SDBF: Light Pollution Impact on Migrating Birds

02/25/2024 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM PT
  • Free
Marina Village Conference Center
1936 Quivira
San Diego, CA 92109
Light pollution is threatening wildlife and ecosystems. Learn how migrating birds are negatively impacted by artificial light at night and how the ‘Lights Out, San Diego!’ campaign promotes simple lighting changes that allow birds to rest, nest, and travel safely along the Pacific Flyway. DarkSky San Diego County and the San Diego Audubon Society work together to protect the natural night sky for both birds and people.

Free Programs at SDBF: Wildlife Rehabilitation in San Diego

02/25/2024 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM PT
  • Free
Marina Village Conference Center
1936 Quivira
San Diego, CA 92109
Since 1972, Project Wildlife’s dedicated staff and volunteers have given injured, orphaned, and sick wild animals a second chance at life. This commitment to helping wild animals has grown tremendously and Project Wildlife is now one of the largest wildlife rehabilitation organizations in the country. Join us to learn about San Diego's native wildlife as well as when and how to intervene when they need your help!

Free Programs at SDBF: Field Sketching and Nature Journaling Workshop

02/24/2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM PT
  • Free
Marina Village Conference Center
1936 Quivira
San Diego, CA 92109

Free Programs at SDBF: Baja Coastal Lagoons Project- a presentation in English and Spanish

02/24/2024 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM PT
  • Free
Marina Village Conference Center
1936 Quivira
San Diego, CA 92109

Free Programs at SDBF: A Photographic Journey to the Galapagos Islands and mainland Ecuador

02/24/2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Marina Village Conference Center
1936 Quivira
San Diego, CA 92109
with Holbrook Travel

Free Programs at SDBF: Costa Rica: Raptor Migration Spectacular

02/24/2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Marina Village Conference Center
1936 Quivira
San Diego, CA 92109

Free Programs at SDBF: Full Feeders, Full Hearts: the Art of Backyard Bird Feeding

02/24/2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM PT
  • Free
Marina Village Conference Center
1936 Quivira
San Diego, CA 92109
with Chirp Nature Center!

Wander the Wetlands: Work Party

02/24/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Crown Point Park North, Mission Bay
32.789219, -117.232006
San Diego, CA 92109
Volunteer your time to help us to perform the work that needs to be done in order for the wetlands to continue thriving!

Free Programs at SDBF: Everything you always wanted to know about Optics

02/24/2024 08:30 AM - 10:00 AM PT
  • Free
Marina Village Conference Center
1936 Quivira
San Diego, CA 92109
Sponsored by Land, Sea and Sky

Dune Defenders

02/22/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Various locations, Mission Bay
San Diego, CA 92109
Defend the dunes in Mission Bay to help the California Least Tern

San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk

02/18/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W
Join our educational docents for a guided tour of the River Mouth and it's inhabitants. Every first and third Sunday following our regular outreach shift.

Birding Outings: South San Diego Bay Wildlife Refuge and the South Bay Salt Works

02/18/2024 07:30 AM - 11:30 AM PT
  • Free
South Bay Salt Works, GPS: 32.5998, -117.0921
.
San Diego, CA
Join us for this "Behind the Gates" trip!
Registration Required.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

02/18/2024 12:00 AM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Community Restoration: Planting at Emory Cove

02/17/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Emory Cove, off of the Bayshore Bikeway
32.605858, -117.128460
Imperial Beach, CA 91932

Birding Outing: Famosa Slough

02/17/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
At the sign on Famosa Blvd. north of the Rialto St. 32.751965, -117.229320
San Diego, CA
Explore Famosa Slough with the Friends of Famosa Slough

Free Programs at SDBF: Conservation of Grouse in the Wild, Wild, West!

02/15/2024 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM PT
  • Free
Zoom presentation
Join Sandy Zelasko, one half of Chicks on a Grouse Trip (https://chicksonagrousetrip.blogspot.com/), as she shares stories and information about photographing a variety of grouse species that live in the West. Learn about the types of grouse, where to find your subjects and an ethical way to view and photograph each species. This hour-long presentation will also share the challenges grouse face now and in the future.

Sandy Zelasko, professional photographer, educator, speaker and workshop leader, invests herself in student success. She listens to participant needs to best deliver solutions for understanding and achievement.  

As a freelance nature photographer specializing in North American wildlife, she promotes ethical practices, wildlife conservation and focuses on land acquisition for environmental sustainability.

She unselfishly shares her wildlife photography to educate, organizational skills to fundraise and her curiosity to study environmental issues where wildlife preservation is a key factor remaining focused on solutions beneficial to fragile wild ecosystems.

Currently Zelasko is documenting threatened and endangered Midwest grassland birds. Learn more at https://chicksonagrousetrip.blogspot.com/.

Photo:

“Greater Sage Grouse Headstudy”: Male Greater Sage Grouse in spring breeding plumage, Northern Utah. Canon R3, Canon RF 100-500mm @500mm, F7.1, 1/6400, ISO 5000.

Dune Defenders

02/15/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Various locations, Mission Bay
San Diego, CA 92109
Defend the dunes in Mission Bay to help the California Least Tern

Birding Outings: La Jolla Sea Watch and Rocky Shores with Stan Walens and Peter Thomas

02/11/2024 07:30 AM - 10:30 AM PT
  • Free
Point La Jolla, GPS: 32.85071, -117.27374
San Diego, CA
La Jolla Cove is a scenic spot where the Pacific Ocean meets a rocky coastline.
Registration Required.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

02/11/2024 12:00 AM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Bilingual Community Restoration / Evento comunitario de restauración bilingüe

02/10/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Mariner's Point, Mission Bay
32.764305, -117.246062
San Diego, CA 92109
Community habitat restoration event in partnership with Fauna del Noroeste
Evento comunitario de hábitat de restauración en asociación con Fauna del Noroeste

Wander the Wetlands

02/10/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Crown Park Park North, Mission Bay
32.789211, -117.231877
San Diego, CA 92109

Dune Defenders

02/08/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Various locations, Mission Bay
San Diego, CA 92109
Defend the dunes in Mission Bay to help the California Least Tern

San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk

02/04/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W
Join our educational docents for a guided tour of the River Mouth and it's inhabitants. Every first and third Sunday following our regular outreach shift.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

02/04/2024 12:00 AM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Love Your Wetlands Day 2024

02/03/2024 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Kendall-Frost Mission Bay Marsh Reserve
2111 Pacific Beach Drive San Diego, CA 92109
The 18th Annual event returns February 3rd!

Birding Outing: El Monte County Park with Martha Wild

01/28/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Google Maps: El Monte County Park, GPS: 32.891102, -116.849664
San Diego, CA
El Monte County Park is set in the oak forest habitat nestled just below El Cajon Mountain above Lakeside. The ample acorn supply attracts turkeys, acorn woodpeckers, jays, and band-tailed pigeons, while the berries from numerous wild bushes are food for thrushes, finches, sparrows, and phainopepla. Join us to explore this pretty park, rich with birdlife even in winter.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

01/28/2024 12:00 AM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Wander the Wetlands: LYWD Prep

01/27/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Mission Bay
San Diego, CA 92109
Staff and Volunteers will be preparing for Love Your Wetlands Day on February 3rd!

Birding Outing: Tecolote Canyon Natural Park with Anitra Kaye

01/27/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Tecolote Canyon GPS: 32.7757, -117.1977
San Diego, CA
Tecolote Canyon is one of several protected urban canyons in the San Diego area that support native plant communities and associated bird life. Birds that are here for the entire year include hawks, Anna’s Hummingbird, California Thrasher, House Wren, Wrentit, and both California and Spotted Towhees. You can never tell what you may see. Easy walking. Restrooms at the trailhead.

San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk

01/21/2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W
Join our educational docents for a guided tour of the River Mouth and it's inhabitants. Every first and third Sunday following our regular outreach shift.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

01/21/2024 12:00 AM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Wild Stories Nature Journaling with Tim Downs

01/20/2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Are you ready to jump into Nature Journaling? "Wild stories" focuses on observing nature, documenting what you see and choosing the right story to tell with your journal.

Community Restoration: Mariner's Point on Jan20

01/20/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Mariner's Point, Mission Bay
32.764305, -117.246062
San Diego, CA 92109
Community habitat restoration event removing invasive plants from a California Least Tern nesting preserve in Mission Bay, San Diego.

A-Way in Nature: a Mindful Outdoor Experience with Birds at Anstine with Tammah Watts

01/20/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • $15.00
In this workshop, Tammah Watts-Certified Kripalu Mindful Outdoor Guide, Licensed therapist (LMFT), best-selling author, and birder-invites you to experience birds in a whole new way wherever you are and whenever you wish

Birding Outing: Famosa Slough

01/20/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
At the sign on Famosa Blvd. north of the Rialto St. 32.751965, -117.229320
San Diego, CA
Explore Famosa Slough with the Friends of Famosa Slough

Birding Outings: Photo Stroll at Santee Lakes

01/20/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Santee Lakes GPS: 32,858, -117.007
Santee, CA
A gathering of bird photographers at Santee Lakes
Registration Required.

Birding Outings: Winter Raptors of the Ramona Grasslands with Peter Thomas

01/14/2024 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Highland Valley Ct. Ramona, CA. GPS: 33.0160, -116.9106
Ramona, CA
Raptors love the Ramona Grasslands
Registration Required.

Birding Outings: Bird Sit at Silverwood with Tom Simpson

01/14/2024 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Silverwood Wildlife Sanctuary 13003 Wildcat Canyon Road Lakeside, CA 92040
Lakeside, CA
Bird Sit at Silverwood
Registration Required.

Speak For The San Diego River Mouth

01/14/2024 12:00 AM - 02:00 PM PT
  • Free
Within the trails next to OB Dog Beach, GPS Coordinates: 32.755111, -117.249111
32°45'18.4"N 117°14'56.8"W

Community Restoration: Planting at Tijuana Slough

01/13/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Tijuana Slough, Imperial Beach
32.576527, -117.127755
Imperial Beach, CA 91932

Wander the Wetlands: Rail Platform Prep

01/13/2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Crown Point Park North, Mission Bay
32.789289, -117.231875
San Diego, CA 92109
Help prepare materials for Ridgway's Rails nesting platforms!

Friends of Famosa Slough Work Party

01/13/2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
  • Free
Famosa Slough
4285 W. Pt. Loma Blvd
San Diego, CA 92107
Join Friends of Famosa Slough for an awesome opportunity to learn more about efforts to protect and restore this urban wetland and participate in restoration efforts yourself!

Wandering the King Tides

01/12/2024 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM PT
  • Free
Kendall-Frost Marsh
2055 Pacific Beach Dr
San Diego, CA 92109
Join us on Friday, January 12th, from 8am to 10am for "Wandering the King Tides."

Birding Outings: Fledgling Birders at Kit Carson Park with Peter Thomas

01/11/2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
  • Free
Kit Carson Park Amphitheater, GPS: 33.078, -117.060
.
Escondido, CA
Kit Carson Park
Registration Required.

Birding Outings: South San Diego Bay Wildlife Refuge and the South Bay Salt Works

01/07/2024 07:30 AM - 11:30 AM PT
  • Free
South Bay Salt Works, GPS: 32.5998, -117.0921
.
San Diego, CA
Start off the new year with this favorite field trip.
Registration Required.

Community Restoration: Fiesta Island Dog Park

01/06/2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM PT
  • Free
Fiesta Island Dog Park, Mission Bay
32.772504, -117.226559
1750 Fiesta Island Rd
San Diego, CA 92109
Community habitat restoration event removing invasive plants near a California Least Tern nesting preserve in Mission Bay, San Diego with Fiesta Island Dog Owners to make the area more habitable for all.

San Diego River Mouth Docent Training

01/06/2024 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM PT
  • Free  -  Docent
  • Free  -  Rail Survey
San Diego Audubon Office
4010 Morena Boulevard
St 100
San Diego, CA 92110