About us
Are you concerned about San Diego's environmental Issues? Are you passionate about making a difference in your community?
You know something needs to be done but you don't know where to start and meet like minded individuals.
This group is organized to share ideas and events organized in the San Diego County area.
Please feel free to...
- Add questions/ideas to the message board and lets start a discussion.
- Share and promote any ideas for an event or know of an event in San Diego
- Share an idea to poll the members or documents to share
Purpose of this meetup:
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To educate members and the community about issues facing San Diego's environment,
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To share and organize local events that positively impact and protect nature.
So, why not? Do something extraordinary! Come and join this group and take part in some events that you are passionate about.
If you would like to help moderate this group, please let me know (Laura). Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
"We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children" (Ancient Indian Proverb)
Upcoming events
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Mission Valley Garden Club
Grant Park, 2310 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA, USGet 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 to help plant natives, weed, water, mulch, and support our native seed library. You’ll leave knowing you helped create vital wildlife habitat and a vibrant green space for students and neighbors in the heart of our city.
Whether you’re passionate about native plants and pollinator gardens, eager to learn, or simply want to make a difference alongside others, the Mission Valley Garden Club is for you. No experience needed! Stay tuned for special educational talks with native plant experts at select events.
Register here: https://sandiegoriver.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1220355
1 attendee
River Days Community Clean-Up
Fashion Valley Mall, 7007 Friars Rd, San Diego, CA, USLooking 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 remove trash that threatens wildlife, water quality, and public spaces. Each year, volunteers remove more than 200,000 pounds of trash from the River—work that directly prevents pollution from reaching our ocean and beaches.
If you don’t mind getting a little dirty and enjoy active outdoor work, this is a rewarding way to make a visible impact while spending time outside.
Register here: https://sandiegoriver.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1192016
2 attendees
River Days – Hike With a Purpose: BioBlitz at Mildred Falls
Eagle Peak Ranch, 5030-5196 Eagle Peak Rd., Julian, ca, USDiscover 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 biodiversity. Using the iNaturalist app on our smartphones, we’ll identify and record local flora and fauna, contributing valuable data that supports countywide conservation strategies.
This is more than a peaceful escape into nature. The observations you collect help protect native species and strengthen local ecosystems for generations to come.
Come explore, learn, and make a meaningful impact. We can’t wait to see you there!Register here: https://sandiegoriver.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1223150
1 attendee
Petals and Paint: Grant Park Fence Mural Gathering
Grant Park, 2310 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA, USCome celebrate River Days with The San Diego River Park Foundation and let your creativity bloom as we paint a colorful flower mural on the fence at Grant Park in Mission Valley!
This vibrant, hands-on experience takes place at our new nature learning center in the heart of the valley. Add your artistic touch and help create a beautiful, welcoming space where thousands of students, residents, and visitors will begin their journey exploring the San Diego River.
No supplies or experience are necessary and leaders will be on hand to help lead the art project. We would love for you to join us! We need many volunteers so invite your friends and family! All ages welcome! If you have any questions, please email shane@sansiegoriver.org.
RSVP here: https://sdriverdays.org/activity/petals-paint-grant-park-flower-fence-mural-gathering/#rsvp-now
1 attendee
Past events
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