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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Alta Vista Gardens Volunteer Opportunity
Alta Vista Botanical Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista, CA, USThe NCCCA is part of the Adopt-a-Garden program and our volunteers meet monthly to clip, trim, plant and maintain two of the beautiful gardens (the Pond Garden and the Inspirational Rock Garden) at the Alta Vista Botanical Gardens.
Please bring garden gloves and hand clippers if you have them. Meet Suzanne at the entrance to the Alta Vista Botanical Gardens at 9:30 AM or drop in anytime to help between 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM. If there is an attendant at the entrance, tell them you are volunteering with the NCCCA Adopt-a-Garden program and the entrance fee is waived.
Contact Suzanne Ryan at zaneryan@aol.com with any questions.
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River Days 5K Walk for Wildlife and Fun Run
Riverwalk Golf Club, 1150 Fashion Valley Road, San Diego, CA, USCome 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 healthy and fun-filled morning with stunning river views at the beautiful Riverwalk Golf Club with live music, food trucks, wildlife booths, educational fun, and more!
Whether your solo, coming with friends, or bringing the whole family, we hope you can join us! And do not forget to bring your dog:)The first 250 registrants receive a free t-shirt!
GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!Adult: $40
Youth 15 and under: $252 attendees
Santa Ysabel Open Space Preserve East Wildflower Hike
Santa Ysabel East Open Space Preserve, 500 Farmer Rd., Julian, ca, USJoin Senior Program Manager 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 Open Space Preserve.
On this 8-mile out-and-back hike, we will travel through oak woodlands, native grasslands, and vibrant fields of wildflowers. Along the way, we will identify native wildflowers, revel in their bright colors and fragrant smells, and celebrate the beauty of spring together!
This hike is rated as moderate difficulty.
Register here: https://sandiegoriver.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1222935
1 attendee
Past events
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