As the highest seasonal tides of the year, king tides can help us envision future sea level rise. King tides have taken place during the 2013-2014 season on December 30-31 and January 1-2.

Another king tide event will take place January 29-31.

 

As partners in the California King Tides Initiative, we want to continue capturing what happens during extreme high tides-- and we need your help to do it!  Your photos can offer a living record of the changes to our coasts and shorelines and a glimpse of what our daily tides may look like in the future as a result of sea level rise.

Upload photos to the California King Tides Flickr group (instructions here) or email virginia@elkhornslough.org. Be sure to include contact information and reference the photos with specific locations, orientation, date and time of day.

Be safe! Take extra precautions when you walk on slippery areas or near big waves, and always be aware of your surroundings and the weather conditions.

 

 

Native Grass Planting in the Uplands

Saturday, January 18, 2014, 9am to noon

 

Approximately 99% of California native grasslands have been lost over the last 200 years, making them one of the most critically endangered ecosystems nationwide.  Help plant native grasses at the Foundation's Iniguez property, which will provide locally sourced seed for our restoration projects. There will be opportunities for photography and bird watching, as well.

 

 

 

Dune Plantings at Moss Landing State Beach

Sunday, January 26, 2014, 9am to noon 

& Saturday, February 1, 2014, 9am to noon

 

Coastal dune plants are not only beautiful--they also provide wildlife habitat and prevent dune erosion.  Join us at Moss Landing State Beach to plant native dune plants as part of the Foundation's ongoing partnership with California State Parks. There will be opportunities for photography and wildlife viewing, as well.

 

 

 

Call (831) 728-5939 or visit our event calendar for more information.

 

  

Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve invites you to participate in our 2014 Volunteer Naturalist Training. Discover the wonders of the Reserve and learn how to share them with others.

 

New Volunteer Orientation:

January 11 & 18, 9:30am-4:00pm

 

Advanced Naturalist Classes

February 1, 8, 15, 22 & March 8, 9:30 am - 4:00 pm

 

Topics include ecology, biology, current and past research at the Reserve, ongoing projects, cultural histories, interpretation skills, communication techniques, trail mechanics, and educational activities. Everyone is welcome.

 

Learn more or register today!

 

A Gift Membership to the Elkhorn Slough Foundation is a thoughtful way to share your passion for the slough.  Even better -- through January 31, every Gift Membership comes with a free 2014 Elkhorn Slough Calendar!

 

Share the beauty and wonder of Elkhorn Slough while you help protect it!