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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!),...
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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...
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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...
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Interpretive Hike at Sycamore Canyon
Sycamore Canyon/Goodan Ranch 16281 Sycamore Canyon Road, Poway, United StatesInterpretive Hike with Ranger at Sycamore Canyon/Goodan Ranch
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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...
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Hiking Tour Overlooking Ruffin Canyon
Taft Middle School 9191 Gramercy drive, San Diego, United StatesHike Overlooking Ruffin Canyon
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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...
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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...
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River Center at Grant Park Community Tours
Grant Park 2310 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA, United StatesCome out for a community tour of the exciting new River Center at Grant Park under construction! Enjoy a stroll around the site and learn about this amazing project! Tours embarking at: 9:45 am 10:15 am 10:45 am The River Center at Grant Park will act as a new home for the San Diego River...
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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...
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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...
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Adobe Falls Invasive Species Removal
Join City of San Diego Park Rangers in restoring native habitat at Adobe Falls! Help us improve the health of the San Diego River Watershed by removing invasive plant species and trash. What to know: Ages 15 and up. Location: Closest Address- 5787 Adobe Falls Rd, San Diego, CA 92120 Register HERE
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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...
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SDMBA Guided Mountain Bike Ride
Sycamore Canyon/Goodan Ranch 16281 Sycamore Canyon Road, Poway, United StatesGet active in nature and enjoy this exciting guided mountain bike ride at Sycamore Canyon/Goodan Ranch! Make new friends and explore this gorgeous section of Mission Trails Regional Park on an intermediate 8-mile ride with approximately 1300 feet of elevation gain. No one will be left behind on this no-drop ride led by SDMBA Ride...
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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
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Famosa Slough Work Party
Famosa Slough 4285 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, CA, United StatesJoin 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, and plant native species. As a designated California Marine Conservation Area, Famosa Slough is a vital habitat estuarine teeming with life! Your efforts will help...
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Wildlife Tracking Exhibit
Mission Trails Regional Park Kumeyaay Lake Campground 2 Father Junípero Serra Trail, San Diego, CA, United StatesJoin members of the San Diego Tracking Team anytime between 9 AM and 12 AM 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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El Monte Valley Cleanup
El Monte County Park 15805 El Monte Road, Lakeside, CA, United StatesJoin the Allied Climbers of San Diego and The San Diego River Park Foundation as we partner to remove trash and illegal dumping from the riverbed, recreational trails, and roadside in El Monte Valley. Enjoy the spectacular views of El Cajon Mountain, have fun with fellow nature lovers and ensure a healthier river park and...
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Interpretive Walk and BioBlitz
San Diego River Mouth 5156 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, CA, United StatesPresented by San Diego Bird Alliance Meet the San Diego Bird Alliance docents and find out why this location is one of San Diego's Top 5 Best Birding Hotspots! This particular event with include a BioBlitz, where volunteers are invited to learn about and record the biodiversity of the area using iNaturalist! Stick around until...
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South Rim Adventure: Badger Survey
South Rim 5806 Eagle Peak Road, Julian, United StatesExplore, Discover & Contribute to Conservation! Embark on a 2-5 mile adventure through the breathtaking land of the upper San Diego River Gorge, navigating varied terrain—including some bushwhacking! Have fun alongside fellow nature enthusiasts and help document the presence or absence of the American badger (Taxidea taxus), a species protected under the San Diego Multiple...
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Watershed & Wilderness: Exploring the San Diego River at Mission Trails
Old Mission Dam 1 Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Diego, CA 92119, San Diego, CA, United StatesTo celebrate San Diego River Days, Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation will host two guided hikes showcasing the park’s rich history and diverse ecology. This hike will explore the area near the dam and head toward Oak Canyon, offering insights into the watershed’s unique ecosystem. The hike will be approximately 2 miles on an out-and-back trail...
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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...
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For the Birds – Essential to Endangered
5156 W Point Loma Blvd 5156 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, United StatesSan Diego Bird Alliance and San Diego River Park Foundation From the ocean at Dog Beach to the Protected Estuary, mammals, reptiles, and birds coexist in the diverse habitat of the San Diego River. Discover endangered birds that visit during their migratory routes, along with those that make the San Diego River their permanent home....
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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...
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SDMBA Guided Mountain Bike Ride
Mission Trails (Clairemont Mesa trail head) Mission Trails (Clairemont Mesa trail head) 11499 Clairemont Mesa Blvd. ·, San Diego, CA, CA, United StatesGet active in nature and enjoy this exciting guided mountain bike ride at Mission Trails Regional Park! Make new friends and explore this gorgeous section of Mission Trails Regional Park on a fun intermediate ride! This event is meant for experienced riders comfortable with their mountain bike on blue and black difficulty trails. No one...
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River Days Crestridge Flower Hike
Crestridge Ecological Reserve 1181 Horsemill Rd, El Cajon, CA, United StatesJoin Earth Discovery Institute for a hike at Crestridge Ecological Preserve to learn about the San Diego Watershed and the native plants flowering this time of year. REGISTER HERE
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River Rescue Trash Cleanup
Forrester Creek 8665 Argent Street, Santee CA, CAJoin the dynamic River Rescue Team, a group of volunteers dedicated to removing trash by the ton! You will help remove trash and debris from the riverbed to prevent harm to water and wildlife. This event is social, impactful, and flexible so whether you want to focus on small plastics or getting a workout hauling...
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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...
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Grant Park Community Stewards
Grant Park 2310 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA, United StatesPresented by: San Diego River Park Foundation Join the San Diego River Park Foundation in helping to beautify the River Studio at Grant Park! Take in the morning fresh air with fellow nature lovers while you take care of this exciting new nature science education center and eco-park with activities such as vegetation removal and...
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Watershed & Wilderness: Exploring the San Diego River at Mission Trails
Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center 1 Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Diego, CA, United StatesPresented by: Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation To celebrate San Diego River Days, Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation will host two guided hikes showcasing the park’s rich history and diverse ecology. This hike will follow the trail down to the Grinding Rocks, highlighting the cultural significance of the site. The hike will be approximately 1 mile...
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Preschool Storytime at Mast park, hosted by the Santee Library
Mast Park 9125 Carlton Hills Blvd, Santee, United StatesPresented by: County of San Diego Santee Public Library Join the Santee Library for a storytime at Mast Park that will focus on nature, conservation, and the San Diego River along with songs, playtime and fun! Preschool storytime focuses on building early reading skills, learning to follow directions, and enjoying social time. What to know:...
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Craft Bazaar and Butterfly Garden at the Historic Santee Barn
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 Craft Bazaar with a special focus on gardening! The Monarch Butterfly garden will be open for visitors with arts and craft events for the kids. The historic the Santee Historic Barn and Monarch Garden are located at 9200 Magnolia...
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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,...
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Stewardship Saturday in Olivia Canyon
Olivia Canyon 3005 Menlo Avenue, San Diego, CAPresented by San Diego Canyonlands Volunteers will care for native plants, remove non-native plants, and clear trash and debris from restoration areas in Olivia Canyon. Please bring a reusable water bottle, wear close toed shoes, and long sleeves. Tools and water will be provided. Purpose Promote canyon health while enjoying fresh air and connecting with...
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Kids Adventure Hike at Louis A. Stelzer County Park
Louis Stelzer County Park 11470 Wildcat Canyon Rd, Lakeside, CA, United StatesCounty of San Diego Department of Parks and Recreation Events Meet at the Ranger Station at 8:00 a.m. Get ready for an unforgettable outdoor adventure for curious and courageous kids! Join us on a special off-trail hike through rugged terrain, where our Park Rangers will guide you into nature’s secret paths. This isn't your typical trail walk...
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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!
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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...
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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...
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Grant Park Open House
Grant Park 2310 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA, United StatesPresented by the San Diego River Park Foundation Join us for a lovely Saturday tour of the construction site of the exciting new River Studio at Grant Park. Connect with fellow community members and learn about this amazing project! The River Studio at Grant Park will act as a new home for the San Diego...
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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...
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Pollinator Safari
Point Loma Native Plant Garden 4444 Greene St., San Diego, CA, United StatesPresented by the San Diego River Park Foundation Join local insect lovers and photographers, representatives from Bee City USA, and the UCSD Pollinator Club in the Point Loma Native Plant Garden for a Pollinator Safari. Local pollinator enthusiasts will lead short walks around the garden looking for bees, wasps, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other insects visiting...
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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...
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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...
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The Ebb and Flow of the River Pop-up Art Show
Mission Valley Library 2123 Fenton Parkway, San Diego, CA, United States +1 morePresented by the San Diego River Artists' Alliance The San Diego River Artists' Alliance creates art inspired by the San Diego River and it's ecosystem. Drop by to see a variety of representations of the river in various mediums including painting, collage, paper, tapestry, photography, and fiber arts. This artist exhibition will take place simultaneously...
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Drop-in Collage Workshop
Town and Country North Side of Resort Fashion Valley Road and River Park Drive, San DiegoPresented by the San Diego River Artists' Alliance Drop-in Collage workshop at the Town and Country Park where kids (and adults) assemble pre-cut pieces into river-themed mini art cards. This workshop allows participants to take away a beautiful handmade card, and in the process, they will learn about the San Diego River and reflect on their...
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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...
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River Days 5K Walk for Wildlife and Fun Run!
Riverwalk Golf Course 1150 Fashion Valley Road #1102, San Diego, CA, United StatesCome celebrate the river and help raise vital funds for wildlife conservation in the San Diego River Watershed by joining the San Diego River Park Foundation's 2026 River Days 5K Walk for Wildlife and Fun Run! Enjoy a fun-filled morning with stunning river views at the beautiful Riverwalk Golf Club. Whether your solo, coming with friends, or...
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River Days Watershed and Wild Flower Hike
Crestridge Ecological Reserve 1181 Horsemill Rd, El Cajon, CA, United StatesJoin 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 bloom. REGISTER HERE
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Eagle Peak Ranch Preserve Hike (Canyon Bridge)
Eagle Peak Ranch 5030 Eagle Peak Rd, Julian, CA, United StatesThe 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 River Park Foundation. The Preserve has a variety of habitat types, including native grasslands, coastal sage scrub, and Engelmann oak woodland. The views of the...
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Wildlife Tracking Exhibit
Mission Trails Regional Park Kumeyaay Lake Campground 2 Father Junípero Serra Trail, San Diego, CA, United StatesJoin 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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Famosa Slough Work Party
Famosa Slough 4285 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, CA, United StatesJoin 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, and plant native species. As a designated California Marine Conservation Area, Famosa Slough is a vital habitat estuarine teeming with life! Your efforts will help...
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El Monte Valley Cleanup
El Monte County Park 15805 El Monte Road, Lakeside, CA, United StatesJoin 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 Valley. This clean-up will include some work along the roadside, and is appropriate for adults and youth 14+. Gloves and clean-up tools will be provided!...
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Bikes & Birds
T + C Park T+C Park (Fashion Valley Rd &, Riverwalk Dr,, San Diego, United StatesJoin 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, but should be capable of riding up to 5 miles on a pedal bike (no balance bikes). No prior bird or plant knowledge is required,...
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Art Reception at Santa Ysabel Art Gallery “Art of the River” by San Diego River Artists Alliance
Santa Ysabel Art Gallery 30352 CA-78, Santa Ysabel, United StatesPresented by the San Diego River Artists' Alliance The exciting exhibition features beautiful art of the river and its watershed by the San Diego River Artists Alliance including oil, acrylic, and watercolor painting, glass, pencil and pastel, fiber arts, ceramics, paper tapestry and photography. A percentage of sales is donated to the San Diego River Park...
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Santa Ysabel Open Space Preserve East 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 Manager of Natural Resources Natalie Borchardt and County Park Ranger Doug Andrews for a scenic hike as we explore the oak woodlands and native grasslands near the source of the San Diego River at Santa Ysabel East...
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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...
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San Diego River Mouth Interpretive Walk w/ San Diego Bird Alliance
Dog Beach in Ocean Beach 5156 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, CA, United StatesBrought to you by the San Diego Bird Alliance Every other Sunday our San Diego River Mouth Docents set up spotting scopes and an informational booth at the San Diego River Mouth, next to OB Dog Beach. Come and find out why this location is one of San Diego's Top 5 Best Birding Hotspots! We...
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San Diego River Mouth Habitat Restoration
San Diego River Mouth 5156 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, CA, United StatesJoin 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...
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River Readers Nature Storytime
Grant Park 2310 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA, United StatesLocated at Grant Park in Mission Valley, the River Readers Nature Storytime will feature books, activities, and crafts celebrating the great outdoors and our local wildlife. This partnership between the San Diego River Park Foundation and the Mission Valley Library is perfect for preschoolers and their families looking for outdoor literacy fun!
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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 StatesCome 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 towards more experienced riders comfortable with their mountain bike on blue and (optional) black difficulty trails. We will meet at the Mission Trails Clairemont Mesa...