Friday Stewardship Session for Long-term Volunteers
Friday Stewardship Session for Long-term Volunteers
June 5, 20269:00 am - 12:00 pm Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center
Stewardship volunteers perform a variety of duties, depending on their schedules and interests. Duties can include removing invasive species, planting native species, collecting seeds, repairing disturbed natural areas, educating the public about the restoration process, propagating plants, removing brush, trimming overgrown vegetation, replacing signs, repairing broken fencing and handrails, and helping to maintain the nursery facility.
Please sign up in Better Impact. Sorry, no drop-ins.
For more information or to sign up, contact: Volunteer Coordinator Office: 619.575.3613 x330 Email:
Volunteers meet at 9:00 a.m. in front of the Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center garage, located on the gravel driveway south from the parking lot.
June 6, 20269:30 am - 10:30 am Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center, 301 Caspian Wy, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
Every Saturday, from 9:30 to 10:30am. Take a leisurely stroll down the McCoy Trail and view and learn about some of the 370 species of birds that live or stop by this Reserve on their yearly migration. Walks begin at the Visitor Center unless otherwise noted on calendar. Bring binoculars if you have them. All ages welcome. No reservations required. FREE!
June 6, 202611:00 am - 12:00 pm Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center, 301 Caspian Wy, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
The Junior Ranger Program takes place every Saturday from11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. with different educational activities at each session. Children ages 7 to 12 are invited to take part in this exciting program, designed to help them discover the rich natural and cultural heritage preserved in parks. Junior Rangers earn awards such as pins, certificates, and patches as they progress through the program. Programs are held rain or shine and it’s FREE!
Nature Walk: An Eye-Opening Experience Without Sight
Nature Walk: An Eye-Opening Experience Without Sight
June 6, 202611:00 am - 12:00 pm
Every 1st Saturday, from 11:00am to 12:00pm. Thefirst Saturday Nature Walk, titled AnEye-OpeningExperience Without Sight, is with Docent Ron, who isblind, and demonstrates how usingother senses, besides sight, will create an enriched appreciation and enhancedknowledge of native plants. The Tijuana Estuary protects a variety of plant communities and wildlife. Walks begin at the Visitor Center. All ages welcome. No reservations required. FREE!
Friday Stewardship Session for Long-term Volunteers
Friday Stewardship Session for Long-term Volunteers
June 12, 20269:00 am - 12:00 pm Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center
Stewardship volunteers perform a variety of duties, depending on their schedules and interests. Duties can include removing invasive species, planting native species, collecting seeds, repairing disturbed natural areas, educating the public about the restoration process, propagating plants, removing brush, trimming overgrown vegetation, replacing signs, repairing broken fencing and handrails, and helping to maintain the nursery facility.
Please sign up in Better Impact. Sorry, no drop-ins.
For more information or to sign up, contact: Volunteer Coordinator Office: 619.575.3613 x330 Email:
Volunteers meet at 9:00 a.m. in front of the Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center garage, located on the gravel driveway south from the parking lot.
June 13, 20269:30 am - 10:30 am Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center, 301 Caspian Wy, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
Every Saturday, from 9:30 to 10:30am. Take a leisurely stroll down the McCoy Trail and view and learn about some of the 370 species of birds that live or stop by this Reserve on their yearly migration. Walks begin at the Visitor Center unless otherwise noted on calendar. Bring binoculars if you have them. All ages welcome. No reservations required. FREE!
All are Welcome: Celebrating Accessibility at the Tijuana Estuary
All are Welcome: Celebrating Accessibility at the Tijuana Estuary
June 13, 202610:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve haslong offered people a place to play, learn, and connect with nature and eachother. For this year’s California State Parks Week, we honor the idea thateveryone, regardless of ability, can enjoy new experiences in nature. Join usto celebrate improved accessibility at the Tijuana Estuary for visitors withdisabilities and our ongoing commitment to expanding access. This event willmark the launching of a self-guided, wayfinding tour using the app Navilens forpeople who are blind or low-vision. There will be nature walks, aspeaker presentation, and relevant partner booths to engage with. The VisitorCenter and the surrounding trails will be easy to access for those usingwalkers or wheelchairs. There will be American Sign Language interpreterssupporting the event. We will also provide sensory kits and a restorativespace.
This celebration is free and welcome to all ages. Bring water, use sunscreen, and wear closed-toed shoes to enjoy all the Estuary has to offer. Registration preferred but not required.
June 13, 202611:00 am - 12:00 pm Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center, 301 Caspian Wy, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
The Junior Ranger Program takes place every Saturday from11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. with different educational activities at each session. Children ages 7 to 12 are invited to take part in this exciting program, designed to help them discover the rich natural and cultural heritage preserved in parks. Junior Rangers earn awards such as pins, certificates, and patches as they progress through the program. Programs are held rain or shine and it’s FREE!
June 13, 202611:00 am - 12:30 pm 5th Street & Iris Avenue, 5th St & Iris Ave, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
Every 2nd Saturday, from 11:00am to 12:30pm. The Tijuana Estuary protects a variety of plant communities and wildlife. Come and discover the richness that unfolds around the River Mouth trail, be it upland plant adaptations or the significance of our estuarine habitat. Walks begin at 5th & Iris Ave. (no restrooms). All ages welcome. No reservations required. FREE!
Friday Stewardship Session for Long-term Volunteers
Friday Stewardship Session for Long-term Volunteers
June 19, 20269:00 am - 12:00 pm Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center
Stewardship volunteers perform a variety of duties, depending on their schedules and interests. Duties can include removing invasive species, planting native species, collecting seeds, repairing disturbed natural areas, educating the public about the restoration process, propagating plants, removing brush, trimming overgrown vegetation, replacing signs, repairing broken fencing and handrails, and helping to maintain the nursery facility.
Please sign up in Better Impact. Sorry, no drop-ins.
For more information or to sign up, contact: Volunteer Coordinator Office: 619.575.3613 x330 Email:
Volunteers meet at 9:00 a.m. in front of the Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center garage, located on the gravel driveway south from the parking lot.
June 20, 20269:30 am - 10:30 am Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center, 301 Caspian Wy, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
Every Saturday, from 9:30 to 10:30am. Take a leisurely stroll down the McCoy Trail and view and learn about some of the 370 species of birds that live or stop by this Reserve on their yearly migration. Walks begin at the Visitor Center unless otherwise noted on calendar. Bring binoculars if you have them. All ages welcome. No reservations required. FREE!
June 20, 202610:00 am - 11:00 am Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve, 301 Caspian Wy, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
Sea Turtle Science Talk: The Green Turtles of San Diego's South Bay & How to Be a Citizen Scientist -- Presented by Anna Cahill and Tracy Tempest
Come and learn about the amazing sea turtles living in our backyard from a local biologist and community scientist! This presentation will cover sea turtle ecology, the history of our local turtles, NOAA's current turtle research throughout southern CA, and most importantly, how you can be a citizen scientist for sea turtles.
Anna Cahill is a lab technician with the Marine Turtle Ecology and Assessment Program at NOAA's Southwest Fisheries Science Center in La Jolla. She has worked with the green sea turtles in San Diego for over two years.
Tracy Tempest is a community scientist that has worked closely with local NOAA scientists to monitor and advocate for the local sea turtle population since 2020. She has been awarded Emerald Keeper of the Month (2022) and was the recipient of the Environmental Hero Award for Water (2025) for her efforts with the turtles.
This program will be located at the Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center.
June 20, 202611:00 am - 12:00 pm Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center, 301 Caspian Wy, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
The Junior Ranger Program takes place every Saturday from11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. with different educational activities at each session. Children ages 7 to 12 are invited to take part in this exciting program, designed to help them discover the rich natural and cultural heritage preserved in parks. Junior Rangers earn awards such as pins, certificates, and patches as they progress through the program. Programs are held rain or shine and it’s FREE!
Friday Stewardship Session for Long-term Volunteers
Friday Stewardship Session for Long-term Volunteers
June 26, 20269:00 am - 12:00 pm Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center
Stewardship volunteers perform a variety of duties, depending on their schedules and interests. Duties can include removing invasive species, planting native species, collecting seeds, repairing disturbed natural areas, educating the public about the restoration process, propagating plants, removing brush, trimming overgrown vegetation, replacing signs, repairing broken fencing and handrails, and helping to maintain the nursery facility.
Please sign up in Better Impact. Sorry, no drop-ins.
For more information or to sign up, contact: Volunteer Coordinator Office: 619.575.3613 x330 Email:
Volunteers meet at 9:00 a.m. in front of the Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center garage, located on the gravel driveway south from the parking lot.
June 27, 20269:30 am - 10:30 am Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center, 301 Caspian Wy, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
Every Saturday, from 9:30 to 10:30am. Take a leisurely stroll down the McCoy Trail and view and learn about some of the 370 species of birds that live or stop by this Reserve on their yearly migration. Walks begin at the Visitor Center unless otherwise noted on calendar. Bring binoculars if you have them. All ages welcome. No reservations required. FREE!
June 27, 202610:00 am - 11:30 am Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center, 301 Caspian Wy, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
Join us for the free, monthly Nature Book Club, ran by the City of Imperial Beach and the Imperial Beach Library. This event is hosted every 4th Saturday from the Tijuana Estuary Training Center. All books discussed can be checked out from the Imperial Beach Library. Coffee and snacks will be available! This book club is designed for an adult audience. No registration required.
June 27, 202611:00 am - 12:00 pm Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center, 301 Caspian Wy, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
The Junior Ranger Program takes place every Saturday from11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. with different educational activities at each session. Children ages 7 to 12 are invited to take part in this exciting program, designed to help them discover the rich natural and cultural heritage preserved in parks. Junior Rangers earn awards such as pins, certificates, and patches as they progress through the program. Programs are held rain or shine and it’s FREE!
June 27, 202611:00 am - 12:00 pm Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center
Every 4th Saturday, from 11:00am to 12:00pm. The Tijuana Estuary protects a variety of plant communities and wildlife. Come and discover the richness that unfolds around the Visitor Center, be it upland plant adaptations or the significance of our estuarine habitat. Walks begin at the Visitor Center. All ages welcome. No reservations required. FREE!
