Community Cleanup - Otay Valley Regional Park
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
Green Drinks with Mountain Mamas
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.
Nature under the Microscope!
Nature Under the Microscope! 
Date: Saturday, September 20th, 2025
Time: 1 PM EST / 10 AM PST (1.5 hours)
Where: Online (all ages welcome!)
Free to join! Register here: http://bit.ly/3Uk5tU5
Biodiversity Bioblitz - en inglés y español
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!
Semana de Conservación Latina en Busch Wildlife Sanctuary
domingo 9/14: 11 a.m. en español e inglés
sábado: 9/20: 11:30 a.m. en español
domingo: 9/21: 11 a.m. en español e inglés
Laguna Stewards Colgan Creek Park / Día de Laguna Stewards
Come kick off our Laguna Stewards season in a special way at Colgan Creek– just in time for Latino Conservation Week! Join us for a fun and rewarding day of hands-on stewardship as we care for our local waterways. Starting at Taylor Mountain and flowing through Santa Rosa to Roseland and then to the Laguna de Santa Rosa, Colgan Creek has gone through many stages of restoration. Learn more and become a part of your local creek’s story!
Together, we'll protect the creek and the precious ecosystems downstream by picking up trash. Remember: if it's in the streets, it ends up in the creeks. Your effort will make a real, visible impact. Whether you're new to ecological restoration or an experienced volunteer, everyone is welcome—of all ages and abilities. Let’s come together to nurture this beautiful creek and continue its journey toward restoration. We can’t wait to share this experience with you!
PLEASE NOTE: All ages are welcome! No experience is necessary; tools and training are provided. In partnership with the City of Santa Rosa and generous support from the American Water Charitable Foundation and California American Water.
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¡Comienza nuestra temporada de Laguna Stewards de una manera especial en Colgan Creek - justo a tiempo para la Semana de la Conservación Latina! Acompáñanos en un día divertido y gratificante de restauración mientras cuidamos de este arroyo. El arroyo Colgan, que comienza en Taylor Mountain y fluye a través de Santa Rosa hasta Roseland y luego hasta la Laguna de Santa Rosa, ha pasado por muchas etapas de restauración,¡Infórmate y forma parte de la historia de tu arroyo local!
Juntos, protegeremos el arroyo y los valiosos ecosistemas río abajo recogiendo la basura. Recuerda: si está en las calles, termina en los arroyos. Tu esfuerzo tendrá un impacto real y visible. Ya seas nuevo en la restauración ecológica o un voluntario experimentado, todos son bienvenidos, de todas las edades y habilidades. Unámonos para cuidar este hermoso arroyo y continuar su viaje hacia la restauración. ¡Estamos ansiosos por compartir esta experiencia contigo!
NOTA: ¡Se aceptan personas de todas las edades! No se necesita experiencia, se proporcionan herramientas y capacitación. En asociación con la Ciudad de Santa Rosa y el generoso apoyo de la American Water Charitable Foundation y California American Water.
Great Sierra River Cleanup, Truckee River
Name: Great Sierra River Cleanup, Truckee River
Date: Sept 20
Time: TBD
Location: Truckee River
Description: Be a part of our annual Great Sierra River Cleanup on September 20th at the beautiful Truckee River! This event is a fantastic opportunity to give back to our environment and connect with the community during Latino Conservation Week. Help us keep our rivers clean and thriving while enjoying a day outdoors. More details about the event, including meeting points and schedule, will be shared as the date approaches. Sign up today to reserve your spot and make a difference!
Sign-up link: https://forms.gle/zo5wXgwDNdvrKkf67
Event page link: https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/great-sierra-river-cleanup-truckee-river/
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Nombre: Gran Limpieza del Río Sierra, Río Truckee
Fecha: 20 de septiembre
Hora: Por confirmar
Ubicación: Río Truckee
Descripción: ¡Únete a nuestra Gran Limpieza Anual del Río Sierra el 20 de septiembre en el hermoso Río Truckee! Este evento es una excelente oportunidad para retribuir al medio ambiente y conectar con la comunidad durante la Semana Latina de la Conservación. Ayúdanos a mantener nuestros ríos limpios y saludables mientras disfrutas de un día al aire libre. Compartiremos más detalles del evento, incluyendo puntos de encuentro y el horario, conforme se acerque la fecha. ¡Regístrate hoy para asegurar tu lugar y marcar la diferencia!
Enlace de registro: https://forms.gle/zo5wXgwDNdvrKkf67
Página del evento: https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/great-sierra-river-cleanup-truckee-river/
Conservation Garden Park's 25th Birthday
- English: Come and celebrate Conservation Garden Park’s 25th Birthday! This FREE event includes: live local music, food trucks, hands-on nature activities and crafts, community partnership booths, waterwise education and more! Join us on September 20th from 9 am – 2 pm. Registration is required please visit https://conservationgardenpark.jvwcd.gov/ for more information and to secure your tickets today!
- Spanish: ¡Ven a celebrar el 25.º aniversario del Conservation Garden Park! Este evento GRATUITO incluye: música local en vivo, food trucks, actividades prácticas con la naturaleza y manualidades, puestos de colaboración comunitaria, educación sobre el uso eficiente del agua y mucho más. Únete a nosotros el 20 de septiembre de 9:00 a. m. a 2:00 p. m. Es necesario registrarse. Visita https://conservationgardenpark.jvwcd.gov/ para obtener más información y reservar tus entradas hoy mismo.
Family Fun in Nature/ Diversión familiar en la naturaleza
Description: All are welcome to this bilingual program celebrating Latino Conservation Week! Latino Conservation Week, which occurs from September 13th through September 21st, is an initiative that aims to support the Latino community getting into nature and participating in activities to better understand and appreciate our natural resources and outdoor spaces.
Join the Jefferson County Greenways team at Red Mountain Park on September 14th, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, to enjoy hands-on activities and events in nature. This family-friendly event will allow attendees to connect with nature and fellow community members through activities such as scavenger hunts and a live animal program. Be sure to stick around after the festivities conclude to grab a bite to eat from the food truck! Se habla español.
Descripción: ¡Todos son bienvenidos a este evento bilingüe que celebra la Semana de Conservación Latina! La Semana de Conservación Latina, que se celebra del 13 al 21 de septiembre, es una iniciativa que busca fomentar la conexión de la comunidad latina con la naturaleza y su participación en actividades que ayuden a comprender y valorar mejor nuestros recursos naturales y espacios al aire libre.
Únete al equipo de Jefferson County Greenways en Red Mountain Park el 14 de septiembre, de 2:00 a 4:00 PM, para disfrutar de actividades prácticas en la naturaleza. Este evento familiar permitirá a los asistentes conectarse con la naturaleza y con otros miembros de la comunidad a través de actividades como búsquedas del tesoro y un programa con animales en vivo. ¡Asegúrate de quedarte después del evento para disfrutar de algo delicioso del camión de comida!
Date (Fecha): Thursday, September 14/ jueves, 14 de septiembre
Time (Hora): 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Where (Ubicación): Red Mountain Park, 2011 Frankfurt Dr, Birmingham, AL 35211
Cost (Costo): Free. Registration NOT required/ Gratis. No es necesario registrarse.
For more information (Para más información): www.jeffcogreenways.org or contact us at info@jeffcogreenways.org.
Cuentos y Cantos al Monte
it is a poetry of remembrance
and of an honoring of land and people
earth songs
love poems
born of celebration and mourning
Over the course of a three-day backpacking field seminar, a cohort of nine participants will join Song Dog Relations in the Pecos Wilderness where they will explore diverse ecosystems and cultural histories. This outing will be an opportunity to strengthen one's relationship to place and foster a sense of belonging through traditional cultural practices. Storytelling, poetry, movement and song will be offered to one another and the land as an act of reciprocity. Cuentos y Cantos al Monte will look towards the work of Levi Romero as a compass, orienting participants towards ways in which our mountains may ground, nourish and inspire us towards a life of remembrance and connection.
Song Dog will facilitate creative exercises for meaningful engagement in an ecological area within the Santa Fe region just days before the fall equinox. Whether born and raised in New Mexico or not, Cuentos y Cantos al Monte welcomes those that are committed to deeply listening to the stories of the land in an effort to understand their role and responsibility of care within the greater ecosystem.
Participants should expect to hike 8 miles total on a trail system that is described as ‘moderate to hard’ with an elevation gain of 1,050 feet. There will be breaks throughout each day, with no one left behind. Activities will be explored through a combination of group and solo exercises. For those that live in or near Albuquerque, there will be opportunities to hike with us in the Sandia Foothills in August in an effort to familiarize your body with elevation gain and a full pack on your back. Daily movement is a huge part of building endurance and stamina over time.
Some activities may include, but are not limited to: birdwatching, botany, meditation, journaling, storytelling, singing, and embodied voice practices. If you have a voice, you can sing!
Itinerary
Friday, September 19 - Meet at the Winsor Trailhead near the Santa Fe Ski Basin at 9am. Backpack 2.5 miles and setup basecamp in the afternoon. Review kitchen supplies, cooking & hygiene protocols prior to dinner. Close with an early evening dream circle.
Saturday, September 20 - Hike 1.5 miles to Nambe Lake with space for botany, free time and lunch. Sound healing & writing workshops will be facilitated throughout the afternoon. Return to basecamp for dinner.
Sunday, September 21 - Storytelling & cantos at basecamp near Nambe Creek. Break down camp in the early afternoon and backpack to the Winsor Trailhead to head home. Program ends between 4 and 5pm.
