• River Days Watershed and Wild Flower Hike

    Crestridge Ecological Reserve 1181 Horsemill Rd, El Cajon, CA, United States

    Join Earth Discovery Institute for a hike at Crestridge Ecological Reserve, part of the San Diego River watershed! We will learn about the local watershed while admiring native plants in...

  • Eagle Peak Ranch Preserve Hike (BRIDGE TO NOWHERE)

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

    The San Diego River Park Foundation has given the Canyoneers special permission to explore their 450 acre Eagle Peak Ranch Preserve, considered to be the flagship of the San Diego...

  • Famosa Slough Work Party

    Famosa Slough 4285 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, CA, United States

    Join the Friends of Famosa Slough for a rewarding day of conservation! Enjoy a wonderful morning at this stunning wetlands preserve and help remove trash, clear invasive plants, maintain trails,...

  • Wildlife Tracking Exhibit

    Mission Trails Regional Park Kumeyaay Lake Campground 2 Father Junípero Serra Trail, San Diego, CA, United States

    Join members of the San Diego Tracking Team anytime between 9 AM and 12 PM 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...

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  • Bikes & Birds

    T + C Park T+C Park (Fashion Valley Rd &, Riverwalk Dr,, San Diego, United States

    Join BikeSD on a relaxed-pace bike ride along the river trail to engage with the birds and plants in this ecosystem. Participants of all ages and biking abilities are welcome,...

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  • Santa Ysabel Open Space Preserve East Wildflower Hike

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

    Presented 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 for a...

  • Free Fly Casting Lessons

    Lake Murray 5540 Kiowa Drive, La Mesa, United States

    Presented 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 States

    Join us for a hands-on volunteer opportunity to explore the San Diego River Estuary and support the restoration of this sensitive and vital habitat. Volunteers will help remove invasive plants,...

  • SDMBA Mission Trails Regional Park Intermediate Ride

    Mission Trails (Clairemont Mesa trail head) Mission Trails (Clairemont Mesa trail head) 11499 Clairemont Mesa Blvd. ·, San Diego, CA, CA, United States

    Come celebrate the 23rd Annual San Diego River Days with an intermediate ride through Mission Trails Regional Park courtesy of the San Diego Mountain Biking Association! This ride is geared...

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  • San Diego River Days Storytime

    Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library 9005 Aero Dr, San Diego, CA, United States

    In honor of San Diego River Days, Ranger Tiffany and Librarian Ms. Carrie will read stories and give facts about animals that live along the San Diego River.

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  • River Days Grant Park Community Stewards

    2310 Camino Del Rio North San Diego, CA 92108 2310 Camino Del Rio North

    Get outside, connect with your community, and help bring a new eco-park to life! Join us for a fun and meaningful morning at Grant Park during River Days, where you’ll...

  • River Days Mission Valley Garden Club

    2310 Camino Del Rio North San Diego, CA 92108 2310 Camino Del Rio North

    Get outside for River Days and join a welcoming community as we bring native plant gardens to life at our exciting new eco-park in Mission Valley! Roll up your sleeves...

  • River Days SANDAG Group Bike Ride

    Grant Park 2310 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA, United States

    Join SANDAG and The San Diego County Bicycle Coalition for a fun free family friendly frolic along the San Diego River Trail. Bring your own bike and helmet to join League Certified Instructors for this 5 miles ride from Grant Park to Sefton Park and back. This low speed, no-drop ride is suitable for all...

  • River Days Community Clean-Up

    7007 Friars Rd San Diego, CA 92108 7007 Friars Rd, San Diego, CA, United States

    Looking for a hands-on volunteer opportunity that supports a healthy river and connects you with like-minded people? Join our core volunteer team for a San Diego River clean-up and help...

  • River Days – Hike With a Purpose: BioBlitz at Mildred Falls

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

    Discover the hidden beauty of Mildred Falls at our River Days BioBlitz!  Join us for a hands-on community science adventure as we explore this stunning preserve and document its incredible...

  • El Monte Valley Cleanup

    El Monte County Park 15805 El Monte Road, Lakeside, CA, United States

    Join the Allied Climbers of San Diego and The San Diego River Park Foundation to remove trash and illegal dumping from the riverbed, recreational trails, and roadside in El Monte...

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  • Santee Historical Society Craft Bazaar and Butterfly Garden at the Historic Santee Barn

    The Historic Santee Barn 9200 Magnolia Ave, Santee, CA, United States

    Presented by the Santee Historical Society The Santee Historical Society will host an old-fashioned Craft Bazaar with a special focus on gardening, with the Monarch Butterfly garden open for visitors featuring arts and craft events for the kids. The Santee Historic Barn and Monarch Garden are located at 9200 Magnolia Avenue (between Mission Gorge and Mast...

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  • River Days and Nature Nights: Build a Big Brown Bat Buddy

    2310 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA 92108

    Join us for a creative, hands-on workshop at the River Center at Grant Park. During this needle-felting workshop, you’ll create your own felted bat to take home while learning fun facts...

  • Art Reception for San Diego River Artists Alliance

    Grant Park 2310 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA, United States

    Presented by the San Diego River Artists' Alliance The San Diego River Artists Alliance creates art inspired by the San Diego River and its ecosystem. Artwork about the San Diego River in various media, including oil, acrylic, watercolor, pencil, glass, fiber, ceramics, paper tapestry, and photography will be on exhibit and for sale. A percentage of sales is...

  • River Days and Nature Nights: Bat and Moth Event

    Grant Park 2310 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA, United States

    Please join us for an exciting evening adventure along the river as we listen and look for bats. During this guided walk, we will learn about bat behavior and use bioacoustic equipment to monitor their echolocation calls. We will also set up a UV light to attract and observe moths and other nocturnal insects. REGISTER...

  • Bird Walk at Grant Park

    2310 Camino Del Rio North San Diego, CA 92108 2310 Camino Del Rio North

    Join bird experts Cindy Pencek and Ian Swirka for a guided walk along the San Diego River to observe and count the diverse bird species that call this area home....

  • San Diego River Mouth Habitat Restoration

    5156 W Point Loma Blvd 5156 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, United States

    Join us for a hands-on volunteer opportunity to explore the San Diego River Estuary and support the restoration of this sensitive and vital habitat. Volunteers will help remove invasive plants, improving conditions for native wildlife and pollinators, enhancing water quality, reducing erosion, and protecting endangered species such as the California Least Tern. Your efforts will...

  • Sky Hunters Event

    2310 Camino Del Rio North San Diego, CA 92108 2310 Camino Del Rio North

    Join us after the morning Bird Walk for a special live raptor presentation with Sky Hunters. This engaging program offers a rare opportunity to see a rescued bird of prey up close while learning about raptor behavior, conservation, and wildlife rehabilitation. Sky Hunters brings decades of experience working with birds of prey. Learn all about...

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  • Mountain Lion 101

    2310 Camino Del Rio North San Diego, CA 92108 2310 Camino Del Rio North

    Overview Join Mountain Lion Foundation volunteer and mountain lion expert Robin Parks for an engaging presentation about mountain lions. This session provides a broad introduction to these remarkable animals, offering insights across a range of topics. Topics Covered · Basic Recognition: Learn how to identify mountain lions in the wild. · Biology, Behaviors, and Capabilities:...

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  • Ranger Lead Night Hike

    3201 Ruffin Rd., San Diego CA 92123 3201 Ruffin Rd., San Diego, United States

    Join the City of San Diego Park Rangers for an educational night hike. Discover the fascinating habits and habitats of nocturnal animals as they come to life after dark. Learn why wildlife corridors are essential for protecting urban ecosystems and supporting local wildlife. REGISTER: egrocha@sandiego.gov Please note: This hike is suited for participants 10+ years