Newsletter - April 2026
San Diego Wild Birds Unlimited Events:
- Team WBU Birdathon – April 11 and 12
A Birdathon is like a walkathon, except instead of counting miles, you count birds! Teams and individuals pick a day to get outside in San Diego County and try to identify as many species as possible in 24 hours, while raising funds along the way.
It’s a fun activity - an opportunity to get outside and enjoy the beauty of nature, see the birds we love, and support the work San Diego Bird Alliance does to protect them. For those with a competitive side, it's a chance to win sweet, sweet bragging rights for a year.
You don’t have to be a pro birder to participate in the Birdathon. If you love to explore the beauty of nature, meet new friends, and make a positive impact in your local community, you are in the right place!
If you are looking for a team to join, we would love to have you join Team Wild Birds Unlimited to go birding, or make a donation for the birds. We will be birding on Saturday, April 11th and Sunday, April12th, and will be at the following locations (you can join any or all walks, and feel free to just show up): We're going to start at the WBU shop in Scripps Ranch on 11 April at 11AM just to see what we can find around the hillside behind the shop before we set off.
Then we're planning to visit:
11 April: Robb Field at 12pm (click here for details)
11 April: Steele Canyon Trail at 4pm (click here for details)
(Note our original plan to go to Tecolote Canyon is canceled due to ongoing construction)
12 April: Santee Lakes at 7am (click here for details)
We'll then head back to the WBU shop, maybe stopping along the way to see if we can squeeze in one or two more sightings. For additional and up to date details, visit our website.
- Critter Encounters – May 9 at 11:00 AM
Join us in the store when our friend Andrea Burgan from Critter Encounters brings by some magnificent birds and maybe a surprise as well. Come early to get a seat (as it tends to be a packed house) for an amazing up-close experience! 
Quote of the Month:
There is nothing in which the birds differ more from man than the way in which they can build and yet leave a landscape as it was before - Robert Lynd
Spotlight:
Spotlight: California State Parks - Protecting Wild Places, Birds, and Biodiversity California is home to one of the most diverse park systems in the world. From coastal wetlands and lagoons to oak woodlands, deserts, and alpine forests, the California State Parks system protects over 280 parks—each one a living ecosystem supporting plants, wildlife, and people.
Working alongside this system is the California State Parks Foundation, a nonprofit that has spent decades funding, restoring, and advocating for these landscapes so they remain healthy, accessible, and resilient.
For those of us in San Diego, this work is happening all around us—from coastal bird habitats to inland forests—directly impacting the birds we see in our own backyards.
A Legacy of Protection—and Real Work on the Ground
For more than 50 years, the California State Parks Foundation has helped transform parks from protected land into thriving ecosystems through restoration, conservation, and community engagement.
Today, that work is more hands-on than ever. The Foundation supports place-based projects that restore habitat, improve park infrastructure, and protect wildlife. These projects are not theoretical—they are active efforts happening right now across California.
One of the most important ways they do this is through direct funding and partnerships, helping parks carry out restoration work that might otherwise not be possible.
Real Projects Making a Difference (Including San Diego)
Across California—and right here in San Diego—the Foundation is involved in projects that directly benefit wildlife, plants, and ecosystems.
Cuyamaca Rancho State Park Reforestation (San Diego County)
After devastating wildfires in 2003, large portions of Cuyamaca’s forests were left damaged or destroyed (the Cedar fire burned over 24,000 acres or more than 98% of the park). The Foundation is still helping support efforts to restore native conifer forests through:
- Replanting native trees
- Supporting seed collection and storage
- Using prescribed fire to improve long-term forest health
This work is critical not only for restoring the landscape, but also for rebuilding habitat for birds like woodpeckers, nuthatches, and raptors that depend on healthy forest ecosystems.
Silver Strand State Beach Partnership Fund (San Diego County)
Right here along the coast, the Foundation supports projects that protect both visitor experience and natural resources at Silver Strand State Beach.
These efforts help maintain coastal habitats used by shorebirds, seabirds, and migrating species traveling the Pacific Flyway—ensuring these critical stopover areas remain intact.
Habitat Protection and Species Recovery Projects (Statewide Impact)
Beyond San Diego, the Foundation supports projects like habitat restoration at sensitive reserves, including work to protect endangered species through:
- Invasive species removal
- Habitat monitoring
- Conservation grazing and land management
These efforts help maintain biodiversity across California, which in turn supports migratory bird populations that pass through San Diego each year.
Earth Day Restoration & Volunteer Workdays (Statewide, Including Southern California)
One of the Foundation’s longest-running and most impactful programs is its Earth Day Climate Action initiative, which has been running for over 25 years.
Each year, thousands of volunteers participate in:
- Habitat restoration
- Trail repair
- Native plant installation
- Erosion control projects
These repeated efforts create long-term improvements in park ecosystems and help build climate-resilient landscapes.
For San Diego residents, these events offer one of the easiest ways to get directly involved in conservation.
Protecting Habitats Across California — Why It Matters Locally
California State Parks protect critical habitats along the Pacific Flyway, supporting migratory birds that travel thousands of miles each year.
State-funded conservation programs have invested millions of dollars into habitat restoration, helping protect wetlands, forests, and coastal ecosystems that sustain wildlife.
In San Diego, these habitats are especially important because of the region’s diversity—coastal lagoons, desert landscapes, and mountain forests all exist within a short drive, creating one of the richest birding regions in the country.
Climate Resilience and the Future of Parks
The Foundation is increasingly focused on climate resilience, supporting projects that:
- Restore forests after wildfire
- Protect coastal ecosystems from sea-level rise
- Improve habitat health through long-term restoration
These efforts ensure that parks remain strong enough to support wildlife—even as environmental conditions change.
Why This Matters for Bird Lovers
The birds visiting your backyard are directly connected to these protected landscapes.
Healthy state parks mean:
- Stronger bird populations
- Better migration success
- More biodiversity in San Diego
Every restored wetland, replanted forest, and protected coastline helps sustain the birds we love.
How You Can Help
- Volunteer at restoration events (especially Earth Day projects)
- Visit and support state parks
- Advocate for conservation funding
- Create bird-friendly habitats at home
A Shared Responsibility
California State Parks and the California State Parks Foundation show us that conservation is not just about preserving land—it’s about actively restoring and sustaining it.
From replanting forests in Cuyamaca to protecting coastal habitats at Silver Strand, these efforts are shaping the future of California’s ecosystems—and the future of the birds that depend on them.
For those of us in San Diego, that means something special: the chance to experience world-class birding, right in our own backyard, while helping ensure it continues for generations to come.
Best San Diego State Parks for Birding (and What to Look For)
San Diego’s state parks showcase this diversity beautifully. Each offers unique habitats that support a wide range of bird species.
Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve (La Jolla)
- Why it’s great: Coastal cliffs, sage scrub, and lagoon habitat attract migrants and resident birds.
- Top birds to look for: California Gnatcatcher, Wrentit, Red-tailed Hawk, Peregrine Falcon, Anna’s Hummingbird, Yellow-rumped Warbler, Common Yellowthroat, Great Egret, Brown Pelican, Western Sandpiper
San Elijo State Beach & Lagoon
- Why it’s great: One of the most productive wetland systems in Southern California.
- Top birds to look for: Great Blue Heron, Snowy Egret, Ridgway’s Rail, Least Tern, Western Sandpiper, Willet, Black-necked Stilt, American Avocet, Northern Pintail, Bufflehead
Silver Strand State Beach (Coronado)
- Why it’s great: A critical coastal corridor along the Pacific Flyway.
- Top birds to look for: Heermann’s Gull, Elegant Tern, Royal Tern, Brown Pelican, Sanderling, Willet, Marbled Godwit, Double-crested Cormorant, Black Oystercatcher, Western Gull
Cuyamaca Rancho State Park (Mountains)
- Why it’s great: Forest and meadow habitats support year-round diversity.
- Top birds to look for: Acorn Woodpecker, White-headed Woodpecker, Steller’s Jay, Red-breasted Nuthatch, Mountain Chickadee, Green-tailed Towhee, Wild Turkey, Bald Eagle (winter), Red-shouldered Hawk, Western Bluebird
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
- Why it’s great: Desert habitats become migration hotspots in spring.
- Top birds to look for: Greater Roadrunner, Phainopepla, Black-throated Sparrow, Cactus Wren, Verdin, Costa’s Hummingbird, Gambel’s Quail, Loggerhead Shrike, Ash-throated Flycatcher, Hooded Oriole
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Bird of the Month: Bewick's Wren
Bewick’s Wren, Scripps Ranch, California (our backyard)
Fun Facts About the Bewick's Wren
A bold backyard performer with a flicking tail and a powerful voice
The Bewick’s Wren (Thryomanes bewickii) may be small, but it’s anything but subtle. With its bright white eyebrow, constantly wagging tail, and loud, musical voice, this lively bird is a favorite among backyard birders throughout the western United States—including right here in San Diego. Often heard before it’s seen, the Bewick’s Wren brings energy, curiosity, and personality to gardens, canyons, and neighborhoods year-round.
Appearance & Identification
- Bewick’s Wrens are small, slender birds about 5–6 inches long, with a long tail that is often cocked upward and flicked side to side.
- Their plumage is soft brown above and pale gray below, with a bold white eyebrow stripe that gives them an expressive, alert look.
- The tail is long and rounded, often showing black barring with white tips, especially noticeable when flicked.
- Males and females look alike, and juveniles are similar but slightly paler.
- Their thin, slightly curved bill is perfectly suited for probing into bark, crevices, and leaf litter in search of food.
Range, Habitat & San Diego Presence
- Bewick’s Wrens are year-round residents in much of the western United States, including Southern California.
- They thrive in a wide variety of habitats, especially chaparral, coastal sage scrub, oak woodlands, canyon edges, and suburban gardens.
- In San Diego, they are commonly found in:
- Brushy neighborhoods and backyard gardens
- Canyon systems like Mission Trails and Tecolote Canyon
- Coastal sage scrub and chaparral habitats
- Parks, preserves, and even urban landscaping
- Unlike many birds, they are present all year, making them one of the most reliable and familiar backyard birds in the region.
What Bewick’s Wrens Eat
- Bewick’s Wrens feed mostly on insects and spiders, including beetles, ants, caterpillars, wasps, and other small invertebrates.
- They forage actively by hopping along branches, probing bark crevices, and flipping leaves on the ground to uncover hidden prey.
- These wrens are also known for their acrobatic feeding style, sometimes hanging upside down to reach insects on leaves and branches.
- Occasionally, they will eat berries or seeds, especially when insect availability is lower.
Nesting & Reproduction
- Bewick’s Wrens are cavity nesters, using natural tree holes, old woodpecker cavities, and a wide range of manmade structures.
- They readily nest in birdhouses, nest boxes, mailboxes, hanging pots, and even unusual places like cans or building crevices.
- Nests are built from twigs, grasses, bark, and soft materials, forming a cozy, enclosed structure.
- Females typically lay 3–8 eggs, and pairs may raise 1–3 broods per year in favorable conditions.
- Both parents help feed the young, which leave the nest about two weeks after hatching.
Songs & Sounds
- Bewick’s Wrens are exceptional singers, producing long, complex songs made up of whistles, trills, and warbles.
- Their songs can vary by region and individual, making each bird’s song slightly unique.
- Males sing to defend territory and attract mates, often from exposed perches.
- They also give sharp, scolding calls when disturbed, adding to their bold personality.
Behavior & Personality
- Bewick’s Wrens are active, curious, and constantly in motion, rarely sitting still for long.
- Their signature behavior is the constant flicking and wagging of their long tail, often held upright.
- They are highly territorial and use both song and posture to defend their space.
- These wrens often forage low in vegetation, usually within 10 feet of the ground, making them easier to observe than many small birds.
- Despite their small size, they are bold and adaptable, thriving in both wild and suburban environments.
Interesting & Unexpected Facts
- Bewick’s Wrens are named after Thomas Bewick, an English engraver and naturalist connected to early bird illustration history.
- They were once common in the eastern United States but have largely disappeared from that region, while remaining strong in the West.
- Young males learn their songs from neighboring adults, creating lifelong, individualized song patterns.
- They sometimes remove or damage the eggs of competing birds nesting nearby—an aggressive but effective survival strategy.
- Despite their tiny size, they can live up to 8 years in the wild, though many live shorter lives due to predators.
How to Attract Bewick’s Wrens to Your Yard
- Bewick’s Wrens are one of the easiest native birds to attract because they readily use nest boxes and cavities.
- Provide dense shrubs, brush piles, or native plants to offer shelter and insect habitat.
- Avoid pesticides—these birds rely heavily on insects for food.
- A birdbath or water feature might attract them, especially in dry Southern California conditions. It is rare to spot them bathing and they prefer shallow, moving water.
- They may eat dried mealworms but prefer live ones. They also like suet, peanut pieces and sunflower chips.
- Leaving natural garden elements like leaf litter and bark helps support the insects they depend on.
Why We Love Bewick’s Wrens
Bewick’s Wrens are the perfect combination of bold personality and backyard charm. Their cheerful songs, busy foraging, and expressive tail flicks make them endlessly entertaining to watch. Best of all, they are year-round residents in San Diego, offering daily opportunities to connect with nature right outside your door.
Once you learn their voice and movements, you’ll start noticing them everywhere—and wondering how you ever missed them before.
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What’s happening in San Diego:
Please note: This information is compiled by hand (not AI) and mistakes or changes are possible. Please be sure to confirm dates/times/locations on the pages linked before leaving for an event.
SoCal Bird Nerds (new to our list) – find out more about this awesome grouphere
- Japanese Friendship Garden Walk
- Date: April 12, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
- Location: Japanese Friendship Garden in Balboa Park, San Diego
- Event Link
San Diego Bird Alliance (formerly San Diego Audubon Society)
- Vegetation Monitoring at Stony Point
- Birding Outing: Stonewall Mine and Lake Cuyamaca
- Date: April 4, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- Location: Stonewall Mine and Lake Cuyamaca, Julian
- Event Link
- Easter Workshop! Natural Egg Dyeing and Nature Walk
- Date: April 4, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Location: Silverwood Wildlife Sanctuary, 13003 Wildcat Canyon Rd, Lakeside
- Event Link
- California Least Tern Habitat Restoration @ North Fiesta
- Date: April 4, 2026
- Time: 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM
- Location: North Fiesta Island Nesting Preserve, Mission Bay
- Event Link
- Anstine Preserve Projects
- Date: April 4, 2026
- Time: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
- Location: Anstine Nature Preserve, 2437 Hutchison St., Vista
- Event Link
- California Least Tern Habitat Restoration: FAA Island
- Date: April 6, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Location: Ski Beach Boat Ramp, 1600 Vacation Rd., San Diego
- Event Link
- Friends of Famosa Slough 40th Anniversary Celebration
- Date: April 6, 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Location: Point Loma/Hervey Library, 3701 Voltaire St., San Diego
- Event Link
- Vegetation Monitoring at Mariner’s Point
- Dates: April 7, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Location: Mariner's Point Nesting Preserve, 1215 Mariners Way, San Diego
- Event Link
- Birding 101 at the Carmel Mountain Library
- Date: April 7, 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Location: 12095 World Trade Dr., San Diego
- Event Link
- Vegetation Monitoring/Dune Defenders at Mariner’s Point
- Dates: April 8, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Location: Mariner's Point Nesting Preserve, 1215 Mariners Way, San Diego
- Event Link
- Birding Outing: Lakeside’s River Park
- Date: April 10, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
- Location: Lakeside Riverpark Conservancy Field Station, 12108 Industry Road, Lakeside
- Event Link
- Wonder the Wetlands: Bird Watching and BioBlitz (Bilingual)
- Date: April 11, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- Location: Kendall-Frost Mission Bay Marsh Reserve, 2055 Pacific Beach Drive, San Diego
- Event Link
- Birdathon Outing: Robb Field
- Date: April 11, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Location: Robb Field, San Diego (see link for directions)
- Event Link
- California Least Tern Habitat Restoration @ Mariner’s Point
- Date: April 11, 2026
- Time: 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM
- Location: Mariner's Point, Mission Bay, San Diego
- Event Link
- Birdathon Outing: Santee Lakes
- Date: April 11, 2026
- Time: 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM
- Location: Santee Lakes, 9310 Fanita Pkwy, Santee
- Event Link
- Birding by Ear for Beginners (and the Rest of Us Also) at MTRP
- Date: April 12, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
- Location: Lake Kumeyaay Day Use Parking Lot, Santee
- Event Link
- Vegetation Monitoring at North Fiesta
- Dates: April 13 and 14, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Location: North Fiesta Island, Mission Bay, San Diego
- Event Link Event Link
- Birding 101: Birding During Migration and the Breeding Season
- Date: April 14, 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Location: San Diego Public Library - University Heights Branch, 4193 Park Blvd, San Diego
- Event Link
- Wonder the Wetlands
- Date: April 16, 2026
- Time: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
- Location: Kendall-Frost Mission Bay Marsh Reserve, 2055 Pacific Beach Drive, San Diego
- Event Link
- Birding for Beginners Spring 2026
- Dates: April 16, 23, 25, 26, 30, May 7, 9, 10, 14, 16, 17, 21 and 24, 2026
- Time: Varies - see Link
- Location: Zoom and various locations – see link
- Event Link
- Queer Hike: Hillcrest, Oak Oasis County Preserve
- Date: April 17, 2026
- Time: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
- Location: Oak Oasis County Preserve, 12620 Wildcat Canyon Rd., Lakeside
- Event Link
- Rose Creek Habitat Restoration
- Date: April 17, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Location: Rose Creek Cottage 1900, 2525 Garnet Ave., San Diego
- Event Link
- Bird Photography Club: Photo Stroll at Lake Hodges
- Date: April 18, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
- Location: Lake Hodges, Escondido
- Event Link
- Birdathon Outing: Mission Trails
- Date: April 18, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Location: Mission Trails, San Diego
- Event Link
- City Nature Challenge
- Dates: April 24-27, 2026
- Time: See Link
- Location: See Link
- Event Link
- Famosa Slough Habitat Restoration and Maintenance
- Date: April 24, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Location: Famosa Slough, 2551-2599 Famosa Blvd, San Diego
- Event Link
- Birding Outing: Marian Bear Open Space with Anitra Kaye
- Date: April 25, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- Location: Marian Bear Open Space, Regents Rd East, San Diego
- Event Link
- Wonder the Wetlands: Bird Watching and BioBlitz
- Date: April 25, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- Location: Kendall-Frost Mission Bay Marsh Reserve, 2055 Pacific Beach Drive, San Diego
- Event Link
- Grand Caribe BioBlitz
- Date: April 25, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Location: Grand Caribe Shoreline Park, 598 Grand Caribe Causeway, Coronado
- Event Link
- Sweetwater Bike Path BioBlitz
- Date: April 26, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- Location: Sweetwater Park, 1045 Gunpowder Point Drive, Chula Vista
- Event Link
- Birdathon Outing: San Elijo Lagoon
- Date: April 29, 2026
- Time: 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM
- Location: San Elijo Lagoon, 2710 Manchester Ave., Cardiff By The Sea
- Event Link
Palomar Audubon Society
- Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve Field Trip
- Date: April 4, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Location: Santa Rosa Plateau 39400 Clinton Keith Rd, Murrieta
- Event Link
- Wilderness Gardens Field Trip
- Date: April 11, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Location: wilderness gardens, 14209 CA-76, Pala
- Event Link
- Northern Costa Rica Birding Adventure
- Date: April 15-25, 2026
- Time: See Link
- Location: See Link
- Event Link
- El Monte County Park Field Trip (New Location)
- Date: April 18, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- Location: El Monte Park, 15805 El Monte Road, Lakeside
- Event Link
- San Diego: an Environmental History with Phil Unitt
- Date: April 23, 2026
- Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
- Location: The Remington Club II, 16916 Hierba Dr., San Diego
- Event Link
- Big Morongo Canyon Preserve Field Trip
- Date: April 25, 2026
- Time: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- Location: Big Morongo Canyon Preserve, 11055 East Dr., Morongo Valley
- Event Link
Buena Vista Audubon Society
- Rancho Carrillo Trail (Carlsbad)
- Date: April 3, 2026
- Time: 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
- Location: Rancho Carrillo Trail, park at trailhead near 2955 Via Conquistador, Carlsbad
- Event Link
- Whelan Lake Bird Sanctuary Walk
- Date: April 4, 2026
- Time: 7:45 AM – 9:00 AM
- Location: Whelan Lake, 3850 North River Road, Oceanside
- Event Link
- El Corazon Garrison Creek
- Date: April 8, 2026
- Time: 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
- Location: El Corazon Garrison Creek, Oceanside
- Event Link
- Kids’ Nature Clubhouse and Trail Exploration at the Nature Center
- Date: April 12, 2026
- Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
- Location: Buena Vista Nature Center,2202 South Coast Hwy., Oceanside
- Event Link
- Beak Bonanza and Plumage Panorama: The Remarkable World of Tanagers
- Date: April 15, 2026
- Time: 6:45 PM – 9:00 PM
- Location: Buena Vista Nature Center,2202 South Coast Hwy., Oceanside
- Event Link
- Birding with Barbara
- Date: April 18, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
- Location: Los Pensaquitos Canyon, 4300 Sorrento Valley Blvd., San Diego
- Event Link
- Nature Journaling
- Date: April 19, 2026
- Time: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
- Location: Oceanside Harbor, 314 Harbor Drive, Oceanside
- Event Link
- 22nd Annual California Native Plant Garden Tour
- Date: April 26, 2026
- Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Location: St. Mary’s School, 515 Wisconsin Avenue, Oceanside
- Event Link
- Preschool Nature Storytime at the Nature Center
- Date: April 27, 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
- Location: Buena Vista Nature Center,2202 South Coast Hwy., Oceanside
- Event Link
- The Big Read: The Seed Keeper Book discussion
- Date: April 29, 2026
- Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Location: Buena Vista Nature Center,2202 South Coast Hwy., Oceanside
- Event Link
San Diego Botanical Gardens
- Bird Walk
- Date: April 8, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM
- Location: San Diego Botanical Gardens, 300 Quail Gardens Dr., Encinitas
- Event Link
San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy
- SDRVC Outdoor Yoga with Anna at the Birdwing
- Dates: April 11, 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- Location: San Dieguito Lagoon Staging Area, 15648 San Andres Drive, Del Mar
- Event Link
- SDRVC Outdoor Yoga with Susan at the Birdwing
- Dates: April 18, 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- Location: San Dieguito Lagoon Staging Area, 15648 San Andres Drive, Del Mar
- Event Link
San Elijo Lagoon Nature Collective
- Discovery Tour
- Date: April 4, 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Location: San Elijo Lagoon, Nature Center Loop Trail, 2710 Manchester Ave., Cardiff-by-the-Sea
- Event Link
- Family Fun Day
- Date: April 5, 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Location: San Elijo Lagoon, Nature Center Loop Trail, 2710 Manchester Ave., Cardiff-by-the-Sea
- Event Link
- Wildlife Tour
- Date: April 11, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- Location: San Elijo Lagoon (location will be emailed)
- Event Link
- Volunteer Restoration Event
- Date: April 18, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Location: Will be shared before the event
- Event Link
- Spring Nature Festival
- Date: April 19, 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Location: San Dieguito County Park, 1628 Lomas Santa Fe Dr., Del Mar
- Event Link
Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation
- Mammal Mornings
- Date: Every Monday
- Time: 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Location: The Discovery Campus, 1580 Cannon Road, Carlsbad
- Event Link
- Marine Monday
- Date: Every Monday
- Time: 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
- Location: The Discovery Campus, 1580 Cannon Road, Carlsbad
- Event Link
- Terrif Bug Tuesday
- Date: Every Tuesday
- Time: 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Location: The Discovery Campus, 1580 Cannon Road, Carlsbad
- Event Link
- Succulent Session
- Date: Every Tuesday
- Time: 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
- Location: The Discovery Campus, 1580 Cannon Road, Carlsbad
- Event Link
- Microscope Mornings
- Date: Every Wednesday
- Time: 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Location: The Discovery Campus, 1580 Cannon Road, Carlsbad
- Event Link
- Chicken Check-In
- Date: Every Wednesday
- Time: 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
- Location: The Discovery Campus, 1580 Cannon Road, Carlsbad
- Event Link
- Tortoise Treks
- Date: Every Thursday
- Time: 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Location: The Discovery Campus, 1580 Cannon Road, Carlsbad
- Event Link
- Little Owl Thursday
- Date: Every Thursday
- Time: 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
- Location: The Discovery Campus, 1580 Cannon Road, Carlsbad
- Event Link
- Friday Fairy Fables
- Date: Every Friday
- Time: 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Location: The Discovery Campus, 1580 Cannon Road, Carlsbad
- Event Link
- Falcon Feeding Friday
- Date: Every Friday
- Time: 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
- Location: The Discovery Campus, 1580 Cannon Road, Carlsbad
- Event Link
- Bloom & Butterflies
- Date: April 15, 2026
- Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
- Location: The Discovery Campus, 1580 Cannon Road, Carlsbad
- Event Link
- Earth Day
- Date: April 22, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Location: The Discovery Campus, 1580 Cannon Road, Carlsbad
- Event Link
- Trail Event – Discovery Campus
- Date: April 22, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Location: The Discovery Campus, 1580 Cannon Road, Carlsbad
- Event Link
- Trail Event – Hoover Drive Trail
- Date: April 25, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Location: The Discovery Campus, 1580 Cannon Road, Carlsbad
- Event Link
- Bird Walk
- Date: April 26, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM
- Location: The Discovery Campus, 1580 Cannon Road, Carlsbad
- Event Link
Living Coast Discovery Center
- Sweetwater Safari Hike
- Clean Up: San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge
- Date: April 25, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- Location: Living Coast Discovery Center, 1000 Gunpowder Point Drive, Chula Vista
- Event Link
Tijuana Estuary
- Nature Walk: An Eye-Opening Experience Without Sight
- Date: April 4, 2026
- Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Location: Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center, 301 Caspian Wy, Imperial Beach
- Event Link
- Bird Walk
- Dates: April 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2026
- Time: 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
- Location: Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center, 301 Caspian Wy, Imperial Beach
- Event Link
- Nature Walk
- Date: April 11, 2026
- Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
- Location: 5th Street & Iris Avenue, 5th St & Iris Ave, Imperial Beach
- Event Link
- Nature Book Club
- Date: April 25, 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Location: Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center, 301 Caspian Wy, Imperial Beach
- Event Link
- Nature Walk
- Dates: April 25, 2026
- Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Location: Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center, 301 Caspian Wy, Imperial Beach
- Event Link
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