December 1, 202410:00 am - 11:00 am Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center
Every 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 5th Sunday of the month, from 10:00 to 11:00am. 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!
Nature Hike with the San Diego Natural History Museum
Nature Hike with the San Diego Natural History Museum
December 1, 202410:00 am - 12:00 pm 5th Street & Iris Avenue, 5th St & Iris Ave, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
** This event is organized by the San Diego Natural History Museum, for any inquiries please visit the Nat's Canyoneer Hikes web page **
Revel in one of the few remaining salt marshes in Southern California as we enjoy the rich diversity of this estuarine environment. Endangered bird species, including the clapper rail, Belding's savannah sparrow, and the California least tern may be seen. This is an easy 2-mile hike with an elevation change of 50 feet. The hike is scheduled from 10 AM–12 PM. Walk starts from 5th & Iris trailhead.
Registration is required, visit event link to register.
December 5, 20243:30 pm - 4:30 pm Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve, 301 Caspian Way, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
The Tijuana Estuary offers free activities for students 7-12 years of age, every Thursday from 3:30-4:30pm (check schedule for holidays), with different topics presented at each session. Jr. Rangers learn about the ecology of estuaries, the importance of wetlands and will discover an appreciation for this disappearing ecosystem by participating in related hands-on activities. Kids can earn patches, buttons and more 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
December 6, 20249:00 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.
Nature Walk: An Eye-Opening Experience Without Sight
Nature Walk: An Eye-Opening Experience Without Sight
December 7, 202411:00 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!
Explore the Colors of the Estuary: a Community Art Therapy Experience
Explore the Colors of the Estuary: a Community Art Therapy Experience
December 8, 20242:00 pm - 3:30 pm Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center, 301 Caspian Wy, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
This new experience begins with a nature walkalong the North McCoy trail. With a bit of guidance, participants will observethe marsh with an artist’s eye and ear. At the trail's end, with the useof a singing bowl, Camille will lead a guided meditation to find stillness anda sense of relaxation. Then, while taking inspiration from the varying colorsaround them, participants will paint with watercolors to capture thebeautifully preserved habitat. By the end of this experience, we hope participantspaint without self-judgment and feel an interconnectedness with nature.
Space is limited to 4-5 participants. Pleasecall the front desk well in advance to reserve your spot at 619-575-3613 orreserve in-person. If you need to leave a message, please include the spellingof your name, the date you are reserving, the size of your group, and yourphone number.
December 12, 20243:30 pm - 4:30 pm Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve, 301 Caspian Way, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
The Tijuana Estuary offers free activities for students 7-12 years of age, every Thursday from 3:30-4:30pm (check schedule for holidays), with different topics presented at each session. Jr. Rangers learn about the ecology of estuaries, the importance of wetlands and will discover an appreciation for this disappearing ecosystem by participating in related hands-on activities. Kids can earn patches, buttons and more 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
December 13, 20249:00 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.
December 14, 202411:00 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!
December 15, 202410:00 am - 11:00 am Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center
Every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sunday of the month, from 10:00 to 11:00am. 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!
December 19, 20243:30 pm - 4:30 pm Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve, 301 Caspian Way, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
The Tijuana Estuary offers free activities for students 7-12 years of age, every Thursday from 3:30-4:30pm (check schedule for holidays), with different topics presented at each session. Jr. Rangers learn about the ecology of estuaries, the importance of wetlands and will discover an appreciation for this disappearing ecosystem by participating in related hands-on activities. Kids can earn patches, buttons and more 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
December 20, 20249:00 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.
Friday Stewardship Session for Long-term Volunteers
Friday Stewardship Session for Long-term Volunteers
December 27, 20249:00 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.
December 28, 202410:00 am - 11:30 am Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center, 301 Caspian Wy, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
** Due to the holidays, this event will be held online through Zoom. For the meeting link, please contact **
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.
December 28, 202411:00 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!
December 29, 202410:00 am - 11:00 am Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center, 301 Caspian Wy, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
Every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sunday of the month, from 10:00 to 11:00am. 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!