Nature Collective is hosting five free events in May, including a Discovery Tour on Saturday, May 3, a Spring Nature Festival on Sunday, May 4, a Volunteer Restoration Event on Wednesday, May 7, a Wildlife Tour on Saturday, May 10, and another Volunteer Restoration Event on Saturday, May 17.
Nature Collective is a local conservation and science education nonprofit organization. They work to restore habitats, provide healthier waters, and increase wildlife diversity. They are dedicated to conserving the land and providing experiences for people to fall in love with nature.
Saturday, May 3 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Discovery Tour: Ages 9+; accessible trail; registration required.
San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center (2710 Manchester Ave., Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA 92007)
RSVP: https://naturecollective.org/event/discovery-tour-may-3-2025/
Discover the beauty of San Elijo Lagoon: where fresh water and saltwater meet and mix, migratory and resident birds share a sanctuary, and many animals find a home. This guided tour will inspire all to watch and listen for various birds that rest in – and fly across – the salt marsh and mudflats. No matter the season, you can enjoy, photograph, and identify a host of native plants. The Nature Center Loop Trail is accessible, providing fun for all.
Sunday, May 4 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Spring Nature Festival: All ages (best suited for children aged 12 and younger)
San Dieguito County Park, 1628 Lomas Santa Fe Dr., Del Mar, CA 92014
RSVP: https://naturecollective.org/event/spring-nature-festival-may-4-2025/
Spring is in the air, and the natural world is abuzz. Join the family-friendly spring festival celebrating nature’s renewal. Learn why flowers and pollinators need each other and discover ways you can help pollinators thrive.
Nature Collective Discovery Booths will explore traveling seeds—did you know plants have a unique way of spreading their seeds? Discover the variety of ways seeds may fly, float, or burst into the world! They will also explore amazing nests—spring is an exciting time for birds. Discover all the unique nests built by our feathered friends, from tiny “hummers” to intricate weavers.
There will also be an Eco-Scavenger Hunt + Craft, live animals, face painting, and a bounce house. Presented by County of San Diego Parks and Recreation with support from Nature Collective. The event encourages zero-waste and eco-friendly practices. Please bring reusable bottles and cups.
Wednesday, May 7 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Volunteer Restoration Event: Family friendly, ages 6+ (minors with guardians)
Accessible Trail; registration required
San Elijo Lagoon (meet-up location will be emailed to registered participants)
RSVP: https://naturecollective.org/event/volunteer-restoration-event-may-7/
The San Elijo Lagoon needs your help to restore precious habitats within the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve and the surrounding areas. By removing invasive plants and helping grow native plants indigenous to the area, you will support a more balanced ecosystem.
Wednesday, May 10 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Wildlife Tour: Adults; Registration required
San Elijo Lagoon (meet-up location will be emailed to registered participants)
RSVP: https://naturecollective.org/event/wildlife-tour-may-10-2025/
Get ready for a leisurely, free-flowing exploration that will leave you in awe! Experience an explosion of colors, showcasing some of the most dazzling wildflowers. Recent tours have unveiled the enchanting phacelia, with flowers coiling like a curled scorpion’s tail in shades of violet blue. Guests may also witness the delicate vines of the trumpet-shaped wild morning glory and the stunning coast fiddleneck, its tiny yellow flowers shining like bright stars amid the grasses. Event is weather permitting, and wildlife is unpredictable. There is no guarantee of what you will see.
Saturday, May 17 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Volunteer Restoration Event: Family Friendly, Ages 6+ (minors with guardians)
Accessible trail; registration required.
San Elijo Lagoon (meet-up location will be emailed to registered participants)
RSVP: https://naturecollective.org/event/volunteer-restoration-event-may-17-2025/
The San Elijo Lagoon needs your help to restore precious habitats within the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve and the surrounding areas. By removing invasive plants and helping grow native plants indigenous to the area, you will support a more balanced ecosystem.
To donate or to learn more about Nature Collective, visit www.naturecollective.org.
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