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Guided River Walk with the CEO
Town and Country River Park Fashion Valley Rd & Riverwalk Dr, San Diego, CA, United StatesTo kick off San Diego River Days, The San Diego River Park Foundation's CEO, Rob Hutsel, (who is also one of the organization's founders) invites you to join him for a guided walk of the River Trail in Mission Valley. Learn about the history of this area, the ecological value, and the future of new...
River Days Educational Arts and Crafts
Town and Country River Park Fashion Valley Rd & Riverwalk Dr, San Diego, CA, United StatesCome learn about the San Diego River with Arts and Crafts from the San Diego River Park Foundation!
Navajo Canyon Habitat Restoration
Navajo Canyon 6511 Eldridge St, San Diego, CA, United StatesJoin the City of San Diego Park Rangers in restoring the native habitat at Navajo Canyon! You can be a part of improving the health of the San Diego River Watershed by removing weeds and watering native species. Additional Notes: This event is open to all ages. Volunteers 15 years old and under must be...
Mission Valley Kayak and River Bank Clean-Up
Town and Country River Park Fashion Valley Rd & Riverwalk Dr, San Diego, CA, United StatesVolunteers and kayakers needed! This is a special opportunity to kayak along the San Diego River and have fun while helping to remove hard-to-reach stormwater debris floating in the water. We need paddlers who can bring their own kayak, paddle, and life vest. Kayakers will be in the water from 10 am - noon. 10...
Three Sisters Waterfall Hike with USFS and SDRPF
Three Sisters Falls Boulder Creek Rd, Santa Ysabel, United StatesHike to the Three Sisters Waterfall with the US Forest Service and San Diego River Park Foundation! Please join Cleveland National Forest Botanist, Katya Hernandez-Pol and San Diego River Park Foundation Volunteer Preserve Steward David Mears on this 'moderately' challenging 4.1-mile out-and-back hike to visit the flowing Three Sisters Waterfalls. Learn about the blooming flora...
Guided Midday River Walk with the CEO
Town and Country River Park Fashion Valley Rd & Riverwalk Dr, San Diego, CA, United StatesTo kick off San Diego River Days, The San Diego River Park Foundation invites you to join our CEO, Rob Hutsel, and a special guest for a guided walk of the River Trail in Mission Valley. Learn about the history of this area, the ecological value, and the future of new parks and trail segments...
Nature Nights: Bat Walk and Moths
Grant Park 2310 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA, United StatesPlease join us for an evening adventure to listen and look for bats as we walk along the river. We will learn about bats and monitor their echolocation calls using bioacoustics. We will also set up a UV light to attract and observe moths. About our Presenters: Don Endicott is a retired civilian research engineer and...
Hike at Crestridge Ecological Reserve (Horsemill Road Trailhead)
Crestridge Ecological Reserve 1181 Horsemill Rd, El Cajon, CA, United StatesJoin the Canyoneers from the Nat at a hike around the Crestridge Ecological Preserve!
Free Fly Casting Lesson
Lake Murray 5540 Kiowa Drive, La Mesa, United StatesJoin the San Diego Fly Fishers (SDFF) for a free flycasting clinic at Lake Murray! This event is designed for beginners, but more experienced fly fishers are always welcome to come practice, give tips, and learn new techniques. The clinic begins promptly at 9 am, so please plan to arrive a little early so you...
Majestic Mother’s Day Hike or Stroll at Eagle Peak Ranch
Eagle Peak Ranch 5030 Eagle Peak Rd, Julian, CA, United StatesEmbark on an unforgettable adventure at Eagle Peak Ranch this Mother's Day, where individuals are invited to explore nearly five miles of diverse hiking trails, offering experiences ranging from leisurely strolls around serene ponds to traversing majestic coast live oak woodlands and expansive grasslands. With trails suitable for all skill levels, participants will revel in...
Point Loma Native Plant Garden Open House
Point Loma Native Plant Garden 4444 Greene St., San Diego, CA, United StatesStart your Sunday morning off with a stroll through the lovely Point Loma Native Plant Garden! This beautiful community garden offers walking trails, picnic tables, benches, and of course, a variety of native plants, many of which are in bloom! This is an open house offering to the community to come explore the garden on...
Hike With a Purpose: BioBlitz at Beautiful Eagle Peak Ranch
Eagle Peak Ranch 5030 Eagle Peak Rd, Julian, CA, United StatesContribute to science and explore Eagle Peak Ranch for our Bioblitz! This event celebrates the exceptional biodiversity of Eagle Peak Ranch while also encouraging actions to protect it. We will be walking around Eagle Peak Ranch, documenting the area's flora and fauna via iNaturalist. Learn how to collect essential species information using your smartphone. We are...
Discover Eagle Peak Ranch on Self Guided Hikes
Eagle Peak Ranch 5030 Eagle Peak Rd, Julian, CA, United StatesEmbark on an unforgettable adventure at Eagle Peak Ranch, where individuals are invited to explore nearly five miles of diverse hiking trails, offering experiences ranging from leisurely strolls around serene ponds to traversing majestic coastal live oak woodlands and expansive grasslands. With trails suitable for all skill levels, participants will revel in the breathtaking views...
Critter Cam Adventure
Eagle Peak Ranch 5030 Eagle Peak Rd, Julian, CA, United StatesJoin us for a unique volunteer event at Eagle Peak Ranch, where volunteers will accompany program staff to service multiple wildlife cameras scattered across the ranch. This hands-on opportunity provides an inside look into the intricate process of capturing San Diego's breathtaking biodiversity. By participating in this event, volunteers will not only assist in maintaining...
Team IMPACT: River Restoration
Fashion Valley Mall 6997 Friars Rd., San Diego, United StatesWe are currently in the invasive removal season with Team IMPACT, and we invite you to join us in our efforts to remove non-native invasive species from the lower San Diego watershed, adjacent to Fashion Valley Mall. Together, we will work as a team to eradicate various invasive annual species, including wild radish, black mustard,...
Hike at Crestridge Ecological Reserve with the Earth Discovery Institute
Crestridge Ecological Reserve 1181 Horsemill Rd, El Cajon, CA, United StatesCome explore the Crestridge Ecological Reserve with the Earth Discovery Institute!
Team ECO: Gardening at Grant Park
Grant Park 2310 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA, United StatesDo you love to garden and or take care of parks? Well here is your chance to join the crew that is taking care of Grant Park right in Mission Valley. You can also just drop by and learn about the regular gardening group that meets every Thursday from 8 am - 10 am. Additional...
RiverWatch East- Help Monitor the Health of the River
Mast Park 9125 Carlton Hills Blvd, Santee, United StatesThis a great opportunity to come learn about this vital program that monitors the health of the San Diego River year-round. These trends inform the management of the River, and the RiverWatch teams can also serve as an early alert system for emerging issues. You can help contribute to this important effort (no experience necessary!),...
Community River Clean-Up
Cottonwood Grove 2508 Hotel Circle Pl, San Diego, CA, United StatesLooking for a volunteer opportunity that allows you to support a healthy river while interacting with a group of like-minded people? Come join one of The San Diego River Park Foundation's flagship volunteer teams to assist with River Clean-Ups! Volunteers are needed to remove trash and pollution from south side of this special 51-acre ecological...
Interpretive Hike at Sycamore Canyon
Sycamore Canyon/Goodan Ranch 16281 Sycamore Canyon Road, Poway, United StatesInterpretive Hike with Ranger at Sycamore Canyon/Goodan Ranch
River Center at Grant Park Family Tour with Education Activities
Grant Park 2310 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA, United StatesJoin us for this fun family-friendly event at The River Center at Grant Park! Parents can enjoy a tour of the site of the exciting new River Center at Grant Park under construction and learn about this incredible project! The San Diego River Park Foundation's talented Education Team will be there to provide engaging and...
Hiking Tour Overlooking Ruffin Canyon
Taft Middle School 9191 Gramercy drive, San Diego, United StatesHike Overlooking Ruffin Canyon
Help document birds at Grant Park
Grant Park 2310 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA, United StatesDo you love birds? Join bird experts Cindy Pencek and Ian Swirka to observe and count the birds that call this section of the river home! You never know what you might see as dozens of species have been documented. Data collected is added to the Park's incredible bird inventory! Find more Bird Surveys at...
OB Estuary Restoration & Nature Walk
San Diego River Mouth 5156 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, CA, United StatesLooking for a fun beautification project to impact your local community? Look no further, as our lovely River Mouth at the river estuary is always blooming with projects (and unfortunately this time of year, invasive plants)! Join the San Diego River Park Foundation's Garden Club and staff to help maintain the trails within the river...
Silverwood Tributaries and Riparian Habitat Exploration
Silverwood Wildlife Sanctuary, Lakeside 13003 Wildcat Canyon Rd, Lakeside, CA, United StatesThe oak-shaded tributaries of the San Diego River are of great ecological importance to the river's watershed. Join Silverwood's Resident Naturalist Phil Lambert to learn all about these special places. (Even the smallest streams are home to everything from little tree frogs to Great Horned Owls!) A guided nature tour will be offered at 10...
How Birds and Dogs Can Live Together
Dog Beach in Ocean Beach 5156 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, CA, United StatesCome enjoy a day of educational fun at the River Estuary at Dog Beach in Ocean Beach! Fur and feathers live together in this diverse river habitat. From Dog Beach to the protected Estuary, learn about the endangered birds that use the river as a stopping ground during their migratory route, in addition to those...
1k/5k Walk for Wildlife
Riverwalk Golf Course 1150 Fashion Valley Road #1102, San Diego, CA, United StatesDon’t miss the San Diego River Park Foundation's exciting River Days kickoff event on May 10th – the 5K Walk for Wildlife at the scenic Riverwalk Golf Course! Take action and help raise funds for wildlife conservation research in the San Diego River Watershed! With both 1K and 5K options, there’s a perfect pace for...
Second Annual Paint Out at Old Mission Dam
Old Mission Dam 1 Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Diego, CA 92119, San Diego, CA, United StatesPlein air painting at Mission Trails Regional Park
Ocean Beach Cleanup – River Days with Surfrider & Coastkeeper
Dog Beach in Ocean Beach 5156 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, CA, United StatesSurfrider San Diego and San Diego Coastkeeper invite you to a cleanup at OB Dog Beach and Estuary to support San Diego River Park Foundation’s River Days! Our local spaces are protected by volunteers, just like you! We welcome you to a fun day in the sand with family, friends, and new acquaintances while removing...
Free Fly Casting Lessons
Lake Murray 5540 Kiowa Drive, La Mesa, United StatesPresented by the San Diego Fly Fishers Join the San Diego Fly Fishers (SDFF) for a free fly casting clinic at Lake Murray! This event is designed for beginners, but more experienced fly fishers are always welcome to come practice, give tips, and learn new techniques. The clinic begins promptly at 9 am, so please...
San Diego River Mouth Habitat Restoration
5156 W Point Loma Blvd 5156 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, United StatesThe San Diego River Mouth is home to an abundance of native resident and migratory species who depend on the threatened habitats to rest, forage and live out their life cycles. Join the San Diego Bird Alliance and SDRPF to help restore this area by removing invasive plants that reduce the integrity of viable habitat...
Seed Bomb Sculptures with ArtReach
T + C Park T+C Park (Fashion Valley Rd &, Riverwalk Dr,, San Diego, United StatesGet your hands dirty by making some seed bomb sculptures to help our native habitat! In this workshop, participants will merge visual art with eco activism and create their own biodegradable sculptures out of soil, clay and native SoCal wildflower seeds. The seed sculptures can then be placed (or smashed!) in gardens or other spaces...
Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library San Diego River Days Storytime
Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library 9005 Aero Dr, San Diego, CA, United StatesIn honor of San Diego River Days, Park Ranger Tiffany and Librarian Ms. Carrie will read stories and give facts all about animals that live along the San Diego River. Location: Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library, 9005 Aero Drive, San Diego, CA 92123 This is a drop-in event. No registration or RSVP required, but we would...
ILACSD Lakeside Litter Clean-Up
Presented by: I Love a Clean San Diego and Lakeside River Park Conservancy Join I Love A Clean San Diego and Lakeside's River Park Conservancy for a clean up in Lakeside! Help us celebrate San Diego River Days by protecting the San Diego River. Volunteers will be working on San Diego River property in Lakeside,...
Bird Walk at Famosa Slough
Famosa Slough 4285 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, CA, United StatesCome learn about our local birds with the Friends of Famosa Slough!
Community River Cleanup at Mission Valley Preserve
Presented by San Diego River Park Foundation Enjoy a feel-good Saturday morning caring for beautiful Mission Valley Preserve, a 52-acre wildlife preserve with precious riparian habitat and an abundance of biodiversity right in the middle of our city! Help remove trash from the riverbed and prevent it from polluting native animal habitats, leaching contaminants into...
Santa Ysabel Open Space Preserve Wildflower Hike
Santa Ysabel East Open Space Preserve 500 Farmer Rd., Julian, CA, United StatesPresented by the San Diego River Park Foundation and County of San Diego Parks and Recreation Join Senior Program Manager Natalie Borchardt and County Park Ranger Doug Andrews on a hike as we explore the oak woodlands and native grasslands near the source of the San Diego River at the Santa Ysabel East Open Space...
Santee Historical Society Spring Fling
The Historic Santee Barn 9200 Magnolia Ave, Santee, CA, United StatesPresented by the San Diego Historical Society The Santee Historical Society is hosting an old-fashioned community event at the Santee Historic Barn at 9200 Magnolia Avenue (between Mission Gorge and Mast Boulevard), Santee, CA 92071. Vendors and educators, as well as members of the Santee Youth Business Fair, will be present. Children's activities will include...
Bat Walk & Moths Under the Moonlight
Grant Park 2310 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA, United StatesPresented by the San Diego River Park Foundation Join SDRPF for a fun evening adventure to launch into bat and moth season as we listen and look for bats and moths while we stroll along the river. We will delve into our nighttime world to eavesdrop on eerie echolocation calls using bioacoustics and attract moths...
Bird Survey
Grant Park 2310 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA, United StatesPresented by the San Diego River Park Foundation Please join local bird experts in the heart of Mission Valley at the River Center at Grant Park to observe and count the birds that call this section of the river home! Come see nature's biodiversity and beauty while getting a sneak peek of Grant Park's progress...
BikeSD River Days Ride
T + C Park T+C Park (Fashion Valley Rd &, Riverwalk Dr,, San Diego, United StatesPresented by BikeSD Get out and enjoy the freedom of being on your bike with BikeSD on this fun community bike ride along a 5-mile loop of the beautiful San Diego River Trail in Mission Valley! Enjoy a slow-paced ride with stops to check out native plants of the vibrant riparian habitat and discover active...