OCTOBER EVENTS
Saturday, Oct. 9
Hike Crest Canyon Preserve
Saturday, Oct. 9
Sikes Wagon Ride
Saturday, Oct. 9
San Dieguito Lagoon
Second Saturday Series
Sunday, Oct. 10
Mule Hill Trail Restoration
Saturday, Oct. 16
Open Farms in San Pasqual Valley
Saturday, Oct. 16
Ysabel Creek Habitat
Rehabilitation
Sunday, Oct. 17
Bird Watching at the
San Dieguito Lagoon
Sunday, Oct. 17
River Valley Fest
Thursday, Oct. 21
Project Archaeology
Saturday, Oct. 23
Del Dios Moonlight Hike
Saturday, Oct. 30
Kate Sikes Birthday
Sunday, Oct. 31
Hike Santa Ysabel Open Space Preserve East
Saturday, Nov. 6
Camp Hope Ride 2010
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HIKE CREST CANYON PRESERVESaturday, October 9th, 2010; 8:00am - 9:30am
Enjoy a variety of native plants and a beautiful view of the San Dieguito Lagoon. Located in Del Mar, this dirt trail ascends gradually into the canyon through coastal sage scrub and chaparral. This walk will be conducted by the SDHM Canyoneers. No reservations required. Wear closed toe shoes!
Click here for the Canyoneers website.
Click here for map showing where to meet.
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SAN DIEGUITO LAGOON SECOND SATURDAY SERIES
Saturday, October 9th, 2010; 9:00am - 10:15am
Saturday, November 13th, 2010; 9:00am - 10:15am
Saturday, December 11th, 2010: 9:00am - 10:15am
Do you want someone to walk with, do you want to ask questions about the birds or the plants or the animals, or the Restoration Project or what makes a lagoon, or the plans for extending the trail eastward . . .
This is your chance to talk with the Rangers, and learn about the wonders of these wetlands while getting some fresh air and exercise!
No reservations, all ages welcome. Come to walk, come to talk!
Meet at the kiosk behind the Albertson's Shopping Center on San Andres Drive.
Here is a link to a map that shows the meeting place.
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BIRD WATCHING AT THE SAN DIEGUITO LAGOON
Sunday, October 17th, 2010; 8:00am - 9:30am
Join avid birder Jeanie Anderson at the San Dieguito Lagoon as the River Park continues public bird watching sessions designed to encourage amateur birders to share their love of birds. Bring your binoculars, cameras, and water! No fee. Meet at the information kiosk at the start of the Lagoon Trail.
Here is link to a map that shows the meeting place.
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MOONLIGHT HIKE ON THE DEL DIOS GORGE TRAIL
We'll explore the River Park after dark through the rugged and beautiful Del Dios Gorge, below the Lake Hodges Dam. This hike is approximately 4 miles and is moderately strenuous for beginners. It's free, but you must reserve and get directions by calling the River Park office at (858) 674-2275 x12.
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HIKE SANTA YSABEL EAST OPEN SPACE PRESERVE Sunday, October 31st, 2010; 9:00am - 11:30am
This hike is free and open to the public but you must call (760) 765-4098 and reserve your space. This is also the number to call County Rangers for information about this scenic area between Santa Ysabel and Julian. Full of Engelmann and coast live oak woodlands, native grasslands, wildflowers, and cattle!
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*****NEWS FLASH*****
The construction of the West Bernardo Bike Path and cantilever portion is resuming to connect the south end of the David Kreitzer Lake Hodges Bicycle Pedestrian Bridge to the Bernardo Bay Natural Area and Rancho Bernardo Community Park. The work is expected to be completed by January 2011! Only westbound vehicle traffic will be closed on West Bernardo. The pedestrian bridge itself will be open throughout the construction period!
Important notice: The Bicycle/Pedestrian Bridge will be closed for resurfacing from October 4th to October 18th.
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SAN PASQUAL VALLEY AND AGRICULTURAL PRESERVE Saturday, October 16th, 2010; 10:00am to 3:00pm
The beautiful San Pasqual Valley is a designated Agricultural Preserve and thousands of acres are set aside from further urban development and leased from the City of San Diego for farming, thus preserving the rural character of the valley and continuing a long rich tradition of agriculture. The Mediterranean-like climate makes this area ideal for growing a wide variety of crops! By protecting water quality, clean air, and open space, both agricultural operations and open space wildlife corridors flourish . . . Take advantage of a unique opportunity to visit three active operating farms in the San Pasqual Valley plus five other operations in nearby North County. This one day event is sponsored by the San Diego County Farm Bureau. Click here for further information and to sign-up.
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HISTORIC SIKES ADOBE MUSEUM AND FARMSTEAD
SIKES WAGON RIDE
Saturday, October 9th, 2010; 10:00am - Noon
Enjoy a Wagon Ride over portion of historic Mule Hill Trail. The first ride leaves at 10:00 a.m., then at 11:00 and at Noon. Meet on the South side of the Sikes Adobe historic farmhouse. Adults $15.00, children 12 and under $5.00. For information call (760) 432-8318.
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You are invited to a 150th Birthday Party!
- Who: Kate Isabella Sikes, born October 30, 1860.
Fourth child of Zenas and Eliza Sikes, original owners of the farmstead and wife of Augustus Cravath, first mayor of Escondido. - When: Saturday, October 30th, 2010; 2:00pm - 4:00pm
- Where: Sikes Adobe Historic Farmstead, 12655 Sunset Drive, Escondido, CA 92025
- $10 donation or any 1880 era house gift.
This is a unique opportunity to view the farmstead and enjoy the pastime of days gone by...
RSVP to: Anne Cooper, Sikes Adobe Museum Manager
760-432-8318 or email by October 24th, 2010.
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COASTAL CLEANUP
Boy Scout Troop 765 from Carmel Valley were among the super volunteers helping out at the San Dieguito Lagoon during the 26th Annual California Coastal Cleanup Day on September 25th!
Over 1000 pounds of trash were picked up by volunteers at our two hosted sites at the San Dieguito Lagoon and Lake Hodges! (441 pounds at the Lagoon, and 607 pounds at Lake Hodges!)
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 WATER QUALITY MONITORING
Become a part of the San Diego Coastkeeper Water Quality Monitoring Program. Volunteers are needed for both Collecting and Analyzing at the San Dieguito Lagoon. Training and supplies are provided.
If you are interested in learning about water quality issues, field and laboratory science, and becoming more active in addressing water pollution, please get in touch with Barbara at barbara@sdrp.org. We ask that you participate in a minimum of three events in a six month period.
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TRAIL RESTORATION AND HABITAT REHABILITATION
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MULE HILL TRAIL RESTORATION
Sunday, October 10th, 2010; 8:00am - 11:00am
This Sunday! Come one, come all! No need to reserve! Wear closed toe shoes and bring water. You will be transported to the site.
This month's project, and continuing into next month as well on November 14th, we will be meeting at Sunset Drive at the trailhead to the Mule Hill Trail. The Ranger will ferry volunteers out to the work project site via truck.
There's plenty of parking off-street or in the cul-de-sac at the end of Sunset Drive or in the large gated lot. For more information or details or directions please email David@sdrp.org. Tools and water provided! |
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YSABEL CREEK HABITAT REHABILITATION
Saturday, October 16th, 2010; 8:00am - 11:00am
This work party is at "Volunteer Capacity". Thank you.
This volunteer work project involves watering, weeding, and planting in support of the threatened species of Cactus Wren. The San Dieguito River Park develops and maintains habitat specially designed to suit the cactus wrens' needs complete with varieties of cactus, cholla, coastal scrub bush and a drip line irrigation system. |
RIVER VALLEY FEST
We hope you got your tickets! Contact sarah@sdrvc.org.
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 PROJECT ARCHAEOLOGY
Sponsored by the San Diego Archaeological Center in cooperation with the San Dieguito River Park, this is an opportunity for public, private, and home school educators to further the study of archaeology using standard-based archaeology lessons with elementary and secondary students. Explore the Center's exhibits and interactive displays featuring 10,000 years of local history. Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the collection vaults. Click here for more information.
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CAMP HOPE RIDE IN THE RIVERPARK
 Saturday, November 6th, 2010
Start: Del Mar
Finish: Warner Springs
Join the San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy and Camp HOPE on a fantastic Fall motorcycle ride to benefit both our great causes! The 95-mile route will take riders from the ocean to the mountains through the beautiful 94,000-acre San Dieguito River Park, offering plenty of winding roads and spectacular views along the way.
Contact Leslie at hoperide@sdrvc.org or (858) 674-2275 X12 for more information, including sponsorship opportunities!
All proceeds support the Conservancy's vital work in the San Dieguito watershed and Camp HOPE, the nation's first residential camping program for young survivors of domestic violence.
Come ride with us!
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