Guided River Walk with the CEO

Town and Country River Park Fashion Valley Rd & Riverwalk Dr, San Diego, CA, United States

To 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...

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Paint Out at Old Mission Dam

Old Mission Dam 10164 Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Diego, CA, United States

Plein air painting at Mission Trails Regional Park

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Navajo Canyon Habitat Restoration

Navajo Canyon 6511 Eldridge St, San Diego, CA, United States

Join 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...

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Mission Valley Kayak and River Bank Clean-Up

Town and Country River Park Fashion Valley Rd & Riverwalk Dr, San Diego, CA, United States

Volunteers 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...

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Three Sisters Waterfall Hike with USFS and SDRPF

Three Sisters Falls Boulder Creek Rd, Santa Ysabel, United States

Hike 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...

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Guided Midday River Walk with the CEO

Town and Country River Park Fashion Valley Rd & Riverwalk Dr, San Diego, CA, United States

To 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...

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Hike With a Purpose: BioBlitz at Beautiful Eagle Peak Ranch

Eagle Peak Ranch 5030 Eagle Peak Rd, Julian, CA, United States

Contribute 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...

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Discover Eagle Peak Ranch on Self Guided Hikes

Eagle Peak Ranch 5030 Eagle Peak Rd, Julian, CA, United States

Embark 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...

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Team IMPACT: River Restoration

Fashion Valley Mall 6997 Friars Rd., San Diego, United States

We 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,...

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Come Explore a New Preserve in Descanso

Descanso Pond Preserve 7920 Japatul Valley Rd, Descanso, United States

Join our Preserve Stewards to explore a new preserve! We will be discussing restoration of a creek and the pond while seeing what we can find! Should be an adventurous day! You can learn about our Preserve Stewards program which meets monthly at the San Diego River Park Foundation open space preserves. This event is...

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Team ECO: Gardening at Grant Park

River Center at Grant Park 2450 Camino Del Rio N, San Diego, CA, United States

Do 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...

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RiverWatch West- Help Monitor the Health of the River

SDRPF Office 4891 Pacific Hwy #110, San Diego, United States

This 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!),...

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RiverWatch East- Help Monitor the Health of the River

Mast Park 9125 Carlton Hills Blvd, Santee, United States

This 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!),...

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Watershed Enhancement Team (W.E.T.)

*EVENT FULL* This is an ongoing volunteer event run by the City of San Diego Open Space Division Rangers. This event was designed for volunteers to address some of the most pressing needs in the San Diego River Park. Locations and tasks vary from week to week, although, activities may include invasive plant & trash...

Wildlife Tracking Exhibit

Mission Trails Regional Park Kumeyaay Lake Campground 2 Father Junípero Serra Trail, Santee, United States

Join members of the San Diego Tracking Team between 9 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to learn how to identify the tracks of common animals in the San Diego River watershed.  Examine samples of their fur and scat.  Make tracks of your favorite animal in a dirt tray.  Animals that inhabit our open space areas are...

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Santa Ysabel Open Space Preserve Wildflower Hike

Santa Ysabel East Open Space Preserve 500 Farmer Rd., Julian, CA, United States

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 Preserve. On this 8-mile out-and-back hike we will travel through oak woodlands, native grasslands, and fields...

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Help document birds at Grant Park

River Center at Grant Park 2450 Camino Del Rio N, San Diego, CA, United States

Do 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...

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Free Fly Casting Lessons

Lake Murray 5540 Kiowa Drive, La Mesa, United States

Join 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...

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