Border Field State Park is now open to pedestrians, equestrians, and bicyclists from 7 a.m. to sunset daily. It is also open to vehicles on the weekends from 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Please check the Border Field State Park website for future updates. Border Field State Park has been closed […]
Did you catch us on KPBS Midday Edition last month? Our team sat down with Jade Hindmon to talk about the ongoing restoration, preservation and accessibility efforts at the Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve. The interview tackled some tough issues about this complex region in San Diego but also […]
On June 13, the Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve celebrated California State Parks Week by hosting All Are Welcome: Celebrating Accessibility at the Tijuana Estuary. The event highlighted several recent accessibility improvements at the reserve, including the launch of a new NaviLens way-finding and interpretation system. Seventy-seven people attended, […]
In May, educators, scientists, and storytellers gathered at the Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve for a special edition of Teachers on the Estuary (TOTE), a nationally recognized professional development program that helps educators bring estuary science and environmental stewardship into their classrooms and communities. This immersive two-day experience combined […]
This summer, visitors and their four-legged companions will have a new way to support wildlife at the beach. U.S. Fish & Wildlife, San Diego Bird Alliance, and the Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve are launching a BARK Rangers program at the beach and dune habitat at the south end […]
We are excited to announce a new member to the TRNERR team! Johnny Bear Contreras joined us as a fellow this spring. Johnny Bear is a recognized public artist, sculptor, and community leader of the San Pasqual Band of the Kumeyaay Nation. Through art he contextualizes the Native Community in […]
The Border Field State Park: Divided Together app is a self-guided tour with highlights of the Divided Together podcast (coming soon) and is meant for high school age and up. There are currently three stops to the tour, with more coming: Kumeyaay Nation Divided by the Border, Indigenous Land Use Practices, and Scientists and Geographers Working Across Borders.
Learning from Home? We Can Help!
Teachers and Parents, we have compiled several resources to share with your at-home learners!
Hot off the press! Check out the newest book on the history of habitat restoration in and around the Tijuana Estuary, by Chris Nordby.
Click link above to read more, purchase the book, or download a free copy.
The Resilience Initiative collaborates with local, regional, and national communities, organizations, and universities to advance resilience research and planning. Below is a list of core projects and collaborations that are advanced and leveraged by the Initiative. Projects Projects occur at multiple geographic scales, ranging from local to national efforts. […]