PLEASE NOTE: We are monitoring local agencies’ concerns over hazardous gas levels in the region reported on 9/6/2024, during the heat wave. The safety of our participants is our priority! Events may be postponed or canceled if advised and will be noted on the calendar below. Please check back on this webpage for updates as we learn more. You may also contact the person in charge of the event to see what precautions are being taken.
Tijuana River Action Month (TRAM) is back and will include a variety of clean-ups, restoration events, workshops and more. Events will take place on both sides of the border and anyone can participate from either side.
Full TRAM event calendar
Scroll to September and October for all TRAM opportunities.
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Feathered Friends Eco Tour
Feathered Friends Eco Tour
October 4, 20248:00 am - 10:00 am Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve, 301 Caspian Wy, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
Join us for an immersivenature tour at the TRNERR. Explore scenic walking trails and birding platformsas we delve into the rich diversity of local species. Along the way, we’lldiscuss key environmental issues facing the Tijuana River Valley (TRV) and showcasethe ongoing efforts to restore and rehabilitate this vital ecosystem. Perfectfor nature enthusiasts and those interested in conservation, these tours offera unique opportunity to connect with the natural beauty of the area.
October 5, 20248:30 am - 11:30 am Faro de Playas de Tijuana, Monumental, 22504 Tijuana, B.C., México
Te invitamos a los recorridos, talleres, y plantación de plantas nativas todos los sábados en el jardin de amistad del lado mexicano que está dentro del parque de la amistad.
Public Health Forum: Healing & Advocacy in the Tijuana River Watershed Pollution Crisis
Public Health Forum: Healing & Advocacy in the Tijuana River Watershed Pollution Crisis
October 5, 20249:30 am - 6:00 pm Mendoza Elementary School, 2050 Coronado Ave, San Diego, CA 92154, USA
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This is an all-day event in South SD County for community members interested in learning more about the Tijuana Watershed pollution crisis and features a keynote discussion with Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, public health advocate whose research exposed the Flint water crisis, moderated by Imperial Beach Mayor Aguirre. Also included throughout the day will be an art build in preparation for a community gathering the following weekend on 10/13/24, and a Transboundary Forum on Nature-Based Solutions and Green Infrastructure Planning in the Tijuana River Watershed (note the location for this portion will be in Balboa Park).
Ven a conocer a la Doctora Mona Hanna-Attisha, quien participó en la lucha para enfrentar la crisis de agua contaminada en Flint, Michigan y a la alcaldesa de Imperial Beach, Paloma Aguirre, defensora del movimiento comunitario por agua limpia en la cuenca del Río Tijuana.
Transboundary Forum on Nature Based Solutions and Green Infrastructure
Transboundary Forum on Nature Based Solutions and Green Infrastructure
October 5, 20244:00 pm - 6:00 pm Balboa Park, San Diego, CA, USA
Transboundary Forum on Nature Based Solutions and Green Infrastructure, part of the World Design Capitol Exchange.
Foro transfronterizo sobre Soluciones Naturales e Infraestructura Verde, parte del Intercambio del Capitolio Mundial de Diseño (World Design Capitol Exchange).
Location/Lugar: Balboa Park, outside the San Diego Art Museum. Afuera del Museo de Arte de San Diego en Balboa Park.
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Hosted by: 4 Walls International in collaboration with Local NGO's, academics and public/private subject matter experts.
October 9, 20248:00 am - 10:00 am Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve, 301 Caspian Wy, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
Join us for an immersive nature tour at the TRNERR. Explore scenic walking trails and birding platforms as we delve into the rich diversity of local species. Along the way, we’ll discuss key environmental issues facing the Tijuana River Valley (TRV) and showcase the ongoing efforts to restore and rehabilitate this vital ecosystem. Perfect for nature enthusiasts and those interested in conservation, these tours offer a unique opportunity to connect with the natural beauty of the area.
October 12, 20248:30 am - 11:30 am Faro de Playas de Tijuana, Monumental, 22504 Tijuana, B.C., México
Te invitamos a los recorridos, talleres, y plantación de plantas nativas todos los sábados en el jardin de amistad del lado mexicano que está dentro del parque de la amistad.
Come help us remove invasive weeds in sensitive habitats!
As part of Tijuana River Action Month (TRAM), help restore native habitat. Volunteers will use hand tools, tarps, and bags to remove and dispose of the invasive species crystalline ice plant (Mesembryanthemum crystallinum) from a sensitive habitat area in Border Field State Park (BFSP).
This community event will acknowledge and celebrate a huge year of advocacy and all that we've been able to collectively accomplish as well as what still lies ahead in the struggle to address the public health and environmental justice emergency in the Tijuana River Watershed. Attendees will have an opportunity to hear from activists working on this issue, tabling, and making art. To register and for more information, visit: https://sandiego.surfrider.org/unite-to-heal-our-coast
October 18, 20248:00 am - 10:00 am Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve, 301 Caspian Wy, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA
Join us for an immersive nature tour at the TRNERR. Explore scenic walking trails and birding platforms as we delve into the rich diversity of local species. Along the way, we’ll discuss key environmental issues facing the Tijuana River Valley (TRV) and showcase the ongoing efforts to restore and rehabilitate this vital ecosystem. Perfect for nature enthusiasts and those interested in conservation, these tours offer a unique opportunity to connect with the natural beauty of the area.
October 19, 20248:30 am - 11:30 am Faro de Playas de Tijuana, Monumental, 22504 Tijuana, B.C., México
Te invitamos a los recorridos, talleres, y plantación de plantas nativas todos los sábados en el jardin de amistad del lado mexicano que está dentro del parque de la amistad.
Come celebrate agriculture and community at the Tijuana River Valley Fall Fest on Saturday, October 19th! Free, family friendly and interactive offerings will be held at both the Tijuana River Valley Community Garden and Wild Willow Farm throughout the day.
9am -12pm at the Tijuana River Valley Community Garden
10am - 3pm at Wild Willow Farm
Activities such as seed swaps, plant giveaways, local produce market, community resource booths, falconry demos, workshops, arts and crafts, artisanal market, face painting, tours and more will be held at these locations.
Hosted by: Resource Conservation District of Greater San Diego County and Wild Willow Farm
¡Venga a celebrar la agricultura y nuestra comunidad en el Festival de Otoño del Valle del Río Tijuana este 19 de octubre!
Eventos gratuitos para la familia se llevarán acabo en el Huerto Comunitario del Valle del Río Tijuana y en la Granja y Centro Educativo Wild Willow a través del día.
9am - 12pm en el Huerto Comunitario del Valle del Río Tijuana
10am - 3pm en la Granja y Centro Educativo Wild Willow
Habrá actividades como el intercambio de semillas, sorteos de plantas, mercado agrícola, puestos de recursos comunitarios, demostraciones de cetrería (aves rapaces),talleres, tours, manualidades y actividades artísticas, mercado artesanal, pinta caritas y más.
Tijuana River Action Month is a series of education and stewardship events held during September and October to benefit the Tijuana River Watershed. The goals of TRAM are to mobilize a record number of community volunteers and groups to become stewards of the Tijuana River Watershed; and, to recognize key efforts and investments by public and private agencies, businesses, non-profits and community groups to protect and restore the Tijuana River.
Tijuana River Action Network is a cross-border collaboration to address the conservation and restoration of the Tijuana River watershed by engaging in outreach, education, and being advocates for natural resources.
