? ¡Fiesta time! ?

Join us for a FREE celebration of Hispanic Heritage — where culture comes alive with color, rhythm, and joy!

? Live Latin music that'll get you dancing

? Fun games for everyone

?? Tons of activities for the kids

? Food, culture, and community vibes!

Bring your crew and come ready to party — it’s going to be épico! ?

Come celebrate River Day and Latino Conservation Week with San Diego Coastkeeper at Otay Valley Regional Park from 9-11 am on Saturday, September 20th!  This event is open to people of all ages, and park rangers will be on-site to educate and lead volunteers through activities.  To register and for additional locations, please check out https://cleansd.org/creek-to-bay/.

This event is in collaboration with and made possible by Clean California.

Registration form coming soon.

Meeting Location

Meet at the Rios Avenue Staging Area – 1769 Rios Ave.  Look for the blue San Diego Coastkeeper canopy.

Cleanup Information

Meet at the dirt lot and look for the blue Coastkeeper canopy.  We will walk you through some safety information and make sure you are adequately equipped to help.

Please wear comfortable clothes, closed-toed shoes, and sunscreen.

All volunteers (individuals as well as groups) are welcome to participate.  All minors will require a parent or guardian to be present.  

Weather Cancellation Policy

If it is lightly raining, we will hold the cleanup. If there is heavy rain, we will cancel the cleanup. To check the cleanup status, please see the San Diego Coastkeeper events calendar or visit us on social media.

For additional information, please contact cleanups@sdcoastkeeper.org

Mountain Mamas is a dynamic network of mothers committed to protecting our air, water, climate, and public lands for future generations. Guided by a deep commitment to organizing, inspiring, and activating moms across the Rocky Mountains and beyond, Mountain Mamas champions environmental advocacy through storytelling, policy engagement, and community connection. Together, we work to ensure that families, especially those most impacted have a seat at the table in environmental decision-making.

On Thursday, September 18, join Arizona Program Manager, Selina Barajas, as a guest speaker for Green Drinks Tucson, a monthly happy hour for conservationists and community members to hang out, network, and exchange ideas. These gatherings are open to anyone who shares an interest in conservation and the environment, so bring a friend or two! This event is free and open to all.

Registration is required - sign up using this link: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/ebparks/activity/search/detail/57106?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true 

Join us for a community bioblitz to capture a snapshot of Brushy Peak as part of CA biodiversity week! Find, identify, and record life all around us. We will use the iNaturalist mobile app to record our observations of the area’s wildlife, plants, and more!

Nuestra Tierra, Nuestro Futuro: 5 Year Anniversary Gala
?️ Buy Tickets: nuestra-tierra.org/pages/gala

Nuestra Tierra Conservation Project is excited to host our very first gala, Nuestra Tierra, Nuestro Futuro, celebrating five years of community, culture, and conservation. This evening is about honoring the people, stories, places, and milestones that have shaped Nuestra Tierra since day one.  

As we celebrate five years of community-driven conservation, we cannot ignore the dire urgency of this moment. The current administration is threatening to strip away hard-won protections for public lands — opening them up to private interests and erasing the histories, rights, and access of the very communities Nuestra Tierra was created to uplift. This is not just about conservation; it’s about justice, about sovereignty, and about ensuring our children still have wild places to roam. Your support of Nuestra Tierra, Nuestro Futuro is not only a celebration —  it is a frontline act of resistance.

Join us Friday, September 26th to defend what is sacred and keep our lands in the hands of the people. Celebrate with an evening full of joy, dancing, connection, and movement-building as we envision the next five years of community-centered conservation.

Want to sponsor our event? Contact us at info@nuestra-tierra.org with the subject line “Become A Sponsor.”

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Learn more at: nuestra-tierra.org/pages/gala

California Biodiversity Day is September 7, and this year we’re celebrating all week long from September 6 to September 14.  Throughout this week, individuals, communities, and organizations will host in-person and virtual events to inspire discovery of our state’s remarkable nature, while encouraging everyday actions to protect and steward it.  Learn more and find an event near you at bit.ly/CABiodiversityDay2025.

For complete details, including locations and times, please visit: https://dec.ny.gov/get-involved/events/2025/9/free-fishing-day-statewide

DEC hosts several free fishing days throughout the year.  This September 27 event coincides with National Hunting and Fishing Day.

Although a fishing license isn't required for this free fishing day, all fishing regulations apply.  To view the fishing regulations, visit: https://dec.ny.gov/things-to-do/freshwater-fishing/regulations

Thank You for volunteering at our Tree Planting at The Heights. 

 Volunteers will transplant large shade trees from containers, prepare their roots, and plant them into the ground. If time allows, volunteers will also assist with staking and attaching slow-drip watering bags. 

? Why This Matters

Great River Greening is partnering with St Paul Port Authority and Habitat for Humanity to bring a robust tree canopy to their new, unfolding residential development in East St Paul called The Heights. A healthy tree canopy was one of the top requests expressed by local community members who were engaged to provide feedback about The Heights.

Join us to make this communal vision a reality by planting large canopy shade trees throughout the area.  

?️ No Experience Needed. All training will be provided on-site. No prior knowledge is necessary! The site will be bare and flat.  

✅ Registration

Please register through GivePulse. Once registered, you’ll receive event details and reminders as the date approaches.

? What to Bring

• A reusable water bottle (water and hearty snacks will be provided)
• Work/gardening gloves (if you have them; otherwise, they’ll be provided) 

? Safety Guidelines

Your safety is our top priority. Please: Wear close-toed shoes and long sleeves to protect against ticks and brush. Dress in layers appropriate for the weather. Note: The event will be held rain or shine

 ?️ Release of Liability

All volunteers release Great River Greening and its employees, officers, directors, or agents from any and all liability arising from participation, except in cases of direct negligence by GRG or its representatives.

❓Questions? Contact  Ollin Montes, Community Forestry and Stewardship Coordinator:

? omontes@greatrivergreening.org ? Text/Call: (612) 547-9866 ? Learn more: www.greatrivergreening.org 

Thank You to Our Partners and founders 

McNeely Foundation

Van Sloun Foundation