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SUMMARY:LIONS\, COYOTES & BOBCATS\, OH MY!  & one more… GRAY FOX!
DESCRIPTION:Linda Hawley’s  Nature Adventures! \nAges 4-10 with an adult \nSan Diego’s top predators & largest mammals: How do they differ? What do they eat? Where are their habitats? How do we co-exist with them? How do we help them? How do they help us? \nABOUT THE PRESENTER:\nLinda Hawley\, Ed.M.\, delights children & adults alike with the animated enthusiasm she brings to her monthly programs by entertaining them with her PowerPoint presentation\, songs\, puppets\, real animal pelts & nests\, replicated skulls\, specimens\, scats & tracks; take-home craft materials &/or handouts will be provided. EVERYONE HAS FUN LEARNING!\nMs. Hawley has 40+ years of experience as a classroom teacher\, college professor\, naturalist guide & educator for Audubon Society’s OutdoorExplore! & at Mission Trails Regional Park\, where she created & taught her “wildly popular” nature classes for 10 years. She is author of NATURE ADVENTURES!  A Guidebook of Nature Facts\, Songs and Hikes in San Diego County\, Sunbelt Publications\, Inc. 2017  \nHer classes go full STEAM ahead:\nS—Sciences—zoology\, biology\, botany\nT—Technology—PowerPoint\, Smartphone\, computers\nE—English language\, new vocabulary\, scientific terms\nA—Arts\, crafts\, creativity\nM—Music—Singing about the fauna of San Diego
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/linda-hawleys-nature-adventures/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T093000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T203252Z
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SUMMARY:River Readers Nature Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Located at Grant Park in Mission Valley\, the River Readers Nature Storytime will feature books\, activities\, and crafts celebrating the great outdoors and our local wildlife. This partnership between the San Diego River Park Foundation and the Mission Valley Library is perfect for preschoolers and their families looking for outdoor literacy fun!
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/river-readers-nature-storytime-2/2026-09-08/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260911T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260911T130000
DTSTAMP:20260126T230217Z
CREATED:20260126T213851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T230217Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch with a Raptor and Project Wildlife: Coexisting with Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:Join Project Wildlife for a brown-bag lunch info session with their amazing animal ambassadors! \nRaptors are found in all kinds of habitats on land — provided there is enough food! In addition to their striking appearance\, they provide natural pest control\, making them valuable neighbors to coexist with. \nBring a lunch and a friend and learn all about Raptors and the their critical role in our ecosystem.
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/lunch-with-a-raptor-and-project-wildlife-coexisting-with-wildlife-2/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="San Diego River Park Foundation":MAILTO:info@sandiegoriver.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260912T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260912T110000
DTSTAMP:20260902T180707Z
CREATED:20260817T174128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T180707Z
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SUMMARY:San Diego River Gorge Overlook Hike
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of CA Biodiversity week\, Please join San Diego River Park Foundation Preserve Steward Bill Martin for this 6 mile out and back hike. This hike follows portions of the old U.S. mail route through the scenic Oak Woodlands and Chaparral where views open to the stunning San Diego River Gorge and Mildred Falls Overlook. \nLOCATION INFORMATION: \nThe location is on Eagle Peak Road. There is no address. It is a USFS parking area on Eagle Peak Road past mile marker 6.0. Overflow parking is parallel parking on the road. \nhttps://www.google.com/maps/place/33%C2%B001’27.9%22N+116%C2%B041’26.5%22W/@33.0244281\,-116.6932556\,911m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m4!3m3!8m2!3d33.0244281!4d-116.6906807!18m1!1e1?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDgxMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D \nCOMPLETE OUR DIGITAL WAIVER OF LIABILITY (REQUIRED)
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/san-diego-river-gorge-overlook-hike/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260912T200000
DTSTAMP:20260901T223706Z
CREATED:20260424T211447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T223706Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Nights: Bat Walk and Moths 9/12/26
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS CLOSED.\nJoin us for a fun evening adventure to learn about the San Diego watershed’s many bat species and their habitats with Dan Taylor. A bat researcher and scientist with Bat Conservation International Dan has more than 30 years of experience working on a wide range of wildlife and conservation issues in the U.S.\, Central America\, and Africa. Dan has been with Bat Conservation Iternational for over 23 years and currently specializes in habitat protection and restoration. After our presentation we will stroll along the river\, eavesdropping on the bats we see using our bioacoustics to identify them based on their calls. As the night concludes we will view the moths that have been attracted to our UV light station for up-close observation with Hector Valtierra. An avid moth enthusiast\, when Hector isn’t out looking for moths and other insects\, he works as a microbiology and general biology professor at San Diego community colleges. He is also an avid iNaturalist user and wildlife photographer. \nAll ages are welcome! Be sure to sign up early—space is limited\, and our Nature Nights events fill up quickly.\nPlease bring a flashlight or headlamp\, a camp chair for the mothing portion\, and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. \nConsider donating to support our bat conservation program! Follow this link to learn more—every bit of support helps us protect more bats!
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/nature-nights-bat-walk-and-moths-3/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T103000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203252Z
CREATED:20260506T210056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T203252Z
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SUMMARY:River Readers Nature Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Located at Grant Park in Mission Valley\, the River Readers Nature Storytime will feature books\, activities\, and crafts celebrating the great outdoors and our local wildlife. This partnership between the San Diego River Park Foundation and the Mission Valley Library is perfect for preschoolers and their families looking for outdoor literacy fun!
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/river-readers-nature-storytime-2/2026-09-15/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260920T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260920T093000
DTSTAMP:20260901T225833Z
CREATED:20260320T151612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T225833Z
UID:10000026-1789891200-1789896600@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Grant Park
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a fun-filled walk with bird experts Cindy Pencek and Ian Swirka to observe and count the amazing biodiversity of birds that call this section of the river home! You’ll not only experience the joy and relaxation of connecting with nature\, but will also contribute to conservation efforts through reporting observations on iNaturalist! \nYou’ll also have the opportunity to explore our River Studio at Grant Park—our exciting new nature education center and eco-park featuring beautiful native plant gardens\, serving over 5\,000 students each year and empowering the next generation of environmental stewards. \nWe hope you can join us! Kids are welcome\, with adult supervision. \nParking: Please park in the Grant Park parking lot. Access is via the intersection with the stoplight across from iFly Indoor Skydiving. \nCOMPLETE OUR DIGITAL WAIVER OF LIABILITY (REQUIRED)
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/bird-walk-at-grant-park-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260920T110000
DTSTAMP:20260904T223251Z
CREATED:20260612T215136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T223251Z
UID:10000097-1789898400-1789902000@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:Wingspan and Ecologies Game Time!
DESCRIPTION:Join San Diego Bird Alliance and Jessica Ullyott\, founder of Nature Needs SD and local trail guide for a deeper dive into ecosystems. Learn how plants\, animals and other factors work together to form the perfect balance by playing the games: Ecologies and Wingspan! Never played these games before? No problem! No experience needed as we all learn and play together. Note: players should be ages 8+ to enjoy this game. \nIf you want to connect with nature all morning\, join us for our Bird Walk from 8:00 to 9:30 preceding the game time event led by Bird Expert Cindy Pencek. Learn about the amazing biodiversity of birds found in the watershed and immerse yourself in the beautiful native plant gardens at Grant Park!
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/wingspan-and-ecologies-game-time-2/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260922T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260922T103000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203252Z
CREATED:20260506T210056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T203252Z
UID:10000052-1790069400-1790073000@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:River Readers Nature Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Located at Grant Park in Mission Valley\, the River Readers Nature Storytime will feature books\, activities\, and crafts celebrating the great outdoors and our local wildlife. This partnership between the San Diego River Park Foundation and the Mission Valley Library is perfect for preschoolers and their families looking for outdoor literacy fun!
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/river-readers-nature-storytime-2/2026-09-22/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sandiegoriver.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/C6BB922B-173B-40C3-91B5-0FBEC713DE03_1_105_c.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260929T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260929T103000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203252Z
CREATED:20260506T210056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T203252Z
UID:10000053-1790674200-1790677800@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:River Readers Nature Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Located at Grant Park in Mission Valley\, the River Readers Nature Storytime will feature books\, activities\, and crafts celebrating the great outdoors and our local wildlife. This partnership between the San Diego River Park Foundation and the Mission Valley Library is perfect for preschoolers and their families looking for outdoor literacy fun!
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/river-readers-nature-storytime-2/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261003T113000
DTSTAMP:20260901T193337Z
CREATED:20260608T220343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T193337Z
UID:10000091-1791021600-1791027000@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:BEASTLY BATS & SPOOKY SPIDERS!
DESCRIPTION:LINDA HAWLEY’S NATURE ADVENTURES! \nFREE—Ages 4-10\, with an adult. \nEEEK! SHRIEK! SCREAM! SO SCARY!   No! They are both MYTH-understood. Bats do not make nests in your hair or suck your blood!  What DO they eat? Are there blood-suckers out there? San Diego’s Tarantulas are tame\, not terrifying\, but something  terrifying happens to tarantulas! Which are the really FRIGHTFUL FAUNA?!      \nHALLOWEEN SPIRIT & FAMILY FUN: Wear your Batman & Spiderman costumes!    \nABOUT THE PRESENTER:\nLinda Hawley\, Ed.M.\, delights children & adults alike with the animated enthusiasm she brings to her monthly programs by entertaining them with her PowerPoint presentation\, songs\, puppets\, real animal pelts & nests\, replicated skulls\, specimens\, scats & tracks; take-home craft materials &/or handouts will be provided. EVERYONE HAS FUN LEARNING! \nMs. Hawley has 40+ years of experience as a classroom teacher\, college professor\, naturalist guide & educator for Audubon Society’s OutdoorExplore! & at Mission Trails Regional Park\, where she created & taught her “wildly popular” nature classes for 10 years. She is author of NATURE ADVENTURES!  A Guidebook of Nature Facts\, Songs and Hikes in San Diego County\, Sunbelt Publications\, Inc. 2017  \nHer classes go full STEAM ahead:\nS—Sciences—zoology\, biology\, botany\nT—Technology—PowerPoint\, Smartphone\, computers\nE—English language\, new vocabulary\, scientific terms\nA—Arts\, crafts\, creativity\nM—Music—Singing about the fauna of San Diego
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/beastly-bats-spooky-spiders-linda-hawleys-nature-adventures/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="San Diego River Park Foundation":MAILTO:info@sandiegoriver.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261003T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261003T200000
DTSTAMP:20260901T225309Z
CREATED:20260424T213514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T225309Z
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SUMMARY:Halloween Edition Nature Nights: Bat Walk and Moths 10/3/26
DESCRIPTION:Are you in a Halloween mood? \nJoin us for a fun evening Halloween adventure! Stroll along the river as we listen and look for bats and moths and explore the wonders of the nighttime world. We’ll eavesdrop on eerie echolocation calls using bioacoustics and attract moths to our UV light station for up-close observation. \nAll ages are welcome to this slightly spooky Nature Night! Be sure to sign up early—space is limited\, and our Nature Nights events fill up quickly. \nPlease bring a flashlight or headlamp\, a camp chair for the mothing portion\, and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. \nCheck out this news article by KPBS: Bat Season has begun in San Diego\, where Natalie Borchardt and Don Endicott talk about the importance of bats in San Diego County. \nConsider donating to support our bat conservation program! Follow this link to learn more—every bit of support helps us protect more bats!” \nTHIS SPECIAL HALLOWEEN EVENT HAS A REGISTRATION FEE OF $20 \nCOMPLETE OUR DIGITAL WAIVER OF LIABILITY (REQUIRED)
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/halloween-edition-nature-nights-bat-walk-and-moths/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="San Diego River Park Foundation":MAILTO:info@sandiegoriver.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261006T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261006T103000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203252Z
CREATED:20260506T210056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T203252Z
UID:10000054-1791279000-1791282600@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:River Readers Nature Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Located at Grant Park in Mission Valley\, the River Readers Nature Storytime will feature books\, activities\, and crafts celebrating the great outdoors and our local wildlife. This partnership between the San Diego River Park Foundation and the Mission Valley Library is perfect for preschoolers and their families looking for outdoor literacy fun!
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/river-readers-nature-storytime-2/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260109T170505Z
CREATED:20260108T213830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T170505Z
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SUMMARY:Family Field Trip Community Event\, TRACKING & FIELD
DESCRIPTION:Introducing Natural LAW Field Trips for the Whole Family! \nLand • Air • Water – Your Family’s Adventure Starts Here! \nREGISTRATION AND INFORMATION:\nhttps://sandiegoriver.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1178009 \nFor years\, parents and chaperones have joined us on student field trips and shared one consistent wish: “I wish they offered these field trips for adults too!”\nSo\, we listened.\nThe San Diego River Park Foundation is thrilled to invite families of all ages to experience our immersive Natural LAW Education Program—a series of hands-on learning adventures designed to deepen your connection to the San Diego River\, its rich ecology\, and its cultural significance.\nThese field trips are FREE\, fun\, and crafted to create meaningful outdoor memories together while inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards.\nExplore the Natural LAW Programs\nEach themed field trip uncovers a different dimension of the natural world. Families rotate through interactive stations\, discovering the hidden stories\, adaptations\, and science that bring our local ecosystems to life.\nUpcoming Family Field Trip: \nLocation: 2310 Camino Del Rio North\, San Diego\, CA 92108\nDate: Saturday\, October 10\, 2026\nArrive: 9:45 am\nProgram Start: 10:00am\nProgram End: 12:00pm\nLAND: Tracking and Field at Grant Park\nAssume the role of a keen detective investigating the rich tapestry of wildlife and plant life that thrive along the river. Delve deep into the intricate relationships that sustain this vibrant ecosystem.\nLearn to identify animals by the signs they leave behind\nDiscover an animal’s feeding habits by examining their teeth\nUncover the Predator-Prey dynamics and relationship\nReveal the natural checks and balances regulating the wild\nSharpen your observational skills and witness firsthand how organisms interact\, mutually influence one another\, and collectively contribute to the harmony and resilience of the riparian ecosystem.\nPunctuality: Please arrive a few minutes before the event. Groups arriving late will not be able to experience the entire program. \nResponsibility: Please be aware of your surroundings\, as the safety and discipline of children are your primary responsibility. Promote listening\, foster excitement\, focus\, curiosity\, and engagement. Encourage observation rather than providing direct answers. \nPlease step away to take phone calls to deter distraction. \nEnvironmental Safety: For safety\, please remain vigilant\, attentive\, and engaged. Natural terrain may present unique challenges. We will reasonably accommodate special needs with the understanding that some of the wilderness terrain may pose challenges. \nDress for Outdoor Success:\nClosed-toe shoes and long pants\nComfortable clothes that can get wet\, dirty\, or muddy.\nJacket and/or rain jacket (if needed).\nSunscreen\, bug spray\, and a hat. – Bring a filled reusable water bottle. \nLeave No Trace: Please respect the park and program areas. Ensure you leave these spaces cleaner than you found them\, and dispose of all trash properly. \nLunch: A shaded picnic area may be available. Please note that the San Diego River Foundation does not provide lunch or supervision during lunch. Please practice Leave No Trace principles at the San Diego River Park and at all outdoor locations.
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/family-field-trip-community-event-tracking-field/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T103000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203252Z
CREATED:20260506T210056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T203252Z
UID:10000055-1791883800-1791887400@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:River Readers Nature Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Located at Grant Park in Mission Valley\, the River Readers Nature Storytime will feature books\, activities\, and crafts celebrating the great outdoors and our local wildlife. This partnership between the San Diego River Park Foundation and the Mission Valley Library is perfect for preschoolers and their families looking for outdoor literacy fun!
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/river-readers-nature-storytime-2/2026-10-13/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sandiegoriver.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/C6BB922B-173B-40C3-91B5-0FBEC713DE03_1_105_c.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261018T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261018T093000
DTSTAMP:20260901T230002Z
CREATED:20260320T153617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T230002Z
UID:10000027-1792310400-1792315800@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Grant Park
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a fun-filled walk with bird experts Cindy Pencek and Ian Swirka to observe and count the amazing biodiversity of birds that call this section of the river home! You’ll not only experience the joy and relaxation of connecting with nature\, but will also contribute to conservation efforts through reporting observations on iNaturalist! \nYou’ll also have the opportunity to explore our River Studio at Grant Park—our exciting new nature education center and eco-park featuring beautiful native plant gardens\, serving over 5\,000 students each year and empowering the next generation of environmental stewards. \nWe hope you can join us! Kids are welcome\, with adult supervision. \nParking: Please park in the Grant Park parking lot. Access is via the intersection with the stoplight across from iFly Indoor Skydiving. \nCOMPLETE OUR DIGITAL WAIVER OF LIABILITY (REQUIRED)
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/bird-walk-at-grant-park-8/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261018T110000
DTSTAMP:20260612T213010Z
CREATED:20260612T213010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T213010Z
UID:10000098-1792317600-1792321200@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:Wingspan and Ecologies Game Time!
DESCRIPTION:Join San Diego Bird Alliance and Jessica Ullyott\, founder of Nature Needs SD and local trail guide for a deeper dive into ecosystems. Learn how plants\, animals and other factors work together to form the perfect balance by playing the games: Ecologies and Wingspan! Never played these games before? No problem! No experience needed as we all learn and play together. Note: players should be ages 8+ to enjoy this game. \nIf you want to connect with nature all morning\, join us for our Bird Walk from 8:00 to 9:30 preceding the game time event led by Bird Expert Cindy Pencek. Learn about the amazing biodiversity of birds found in the watershed and immerse yourself in the beautiful native plant gardens at Grant Park!
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/wingspan-and-ecologies-game-time/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T103000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203252Z
CREATED:20260506T210056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T203252Z
UID:10000056-1792488600-1792492200@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:River Readers Nature Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Located at Grant Park in Mission Valley\, the River Readers Nature Storytime will feature books\, activities\, and crafts celebrating the great outdoors and our local wildlife. This partnership between the San Diego River Park Foundation and the Mission Valley Library is perfect for preschoolers and their families looking for outdoor literacy fun!
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/river-readers-nature-storytime-2/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T200000
DTSTAMP:20260901T225540Z
CREATED:20260424T221550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T225540Z
UID:10000087-1792863000-1792872000@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:Halloween Edition Nature Nights: Bat Walk and Moths Haunted Trail at Peutz Creek! 10/24/26
DESCRIPTION:Are you in a Halloween mood? \nJoin us for a fun evening Halloween adventure! Stroll along Peutz Creek as we listen and look for bats and moths and explore the wonders of the nighttime world. We’ll eavesdrop on eerie echolocation calls using bioacoustics and attract moths to our UV light station for up-close observation. \nAll ages are welcome to this slightly spooky Nature Night! Be sure to sign up early—space is limited\, and our Nature Nights events fill up quickly. \nHere are a few tips to help you prepare for the event: \nCheck-In: 6:45 PM\, meet at the open parking area near the fruit trees\nAttire: Long pants and closed-toe shoes are strongly recommended\nOther Items to Bring: Reusable water bottle\, light clothing layer\nWeather: Light rain will not cancel the event\nFor safety reasons\, no pets are allowed at this event\nThere are no restroom facilities at this location\nFamily friendly!\nPlease note: You will lose cell service once you leave I-8 freeway onto Peutz Valley Road. The address to meet and park is a residence: 966 Peutz Valley Road. \nCheck out this news article by KPBS: Bat Season has begun in San Diego\, where Natalie Borchardt and Don Endicott talk about the importance of bats in San Diego County. \nConsider donating to support our bat conservation program! Follow this link to learn more—every bit of support helps us protect more bats!” \nTHIS SPECIAL HALLOWEEN EVENT HAS A REGISTRATION FEE OF $20 \nCOMPLETE OUR DIGITAL WAIVER OF LIABILITY (REQUIRED)
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/halloween-edition-nature-nights-bat-walk-and-moths-2/
LOCATION:Peutz Creek\, 966 Peutz Valley Rd\, Alpine\, CA\, 91901
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ORGANIZER;CN="San Diego River Park Foundation":MAILTO:info@sandiegoriver.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261027T103000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203252Z
CREATED:20260506T210056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T203252Z
UID:10000057-1793093400-1793097000@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:River Readers Nature Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Located at Grant Park in Mission Valley\, the River Readers Nature Storytime will feature books\, activities\, and crafts celebrating the great outdoors and our local wildlife. This partnership between the San Diego River Park Foundation and the Mission Valley Library is perfect for preschoolers and their families looking for outdoor literacy fun!
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/river-readers-nature-storytime-2/2026-10-27/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T103000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203252Z
CREATED:20260506T210056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T203252Z
UID:10000058-1793698200-1793701800@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:River Readers Nature Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Located at Grant Park in Mission Valley\, the River Readers Nature Storytime will feature books\, activities\, and crafts celebrating the great outdoors and our local wildlife. This partnership between the San Diego River Park Foundation and the Mission Valley Library is perfect for preschoolers and their families looking for outdoor literacy fun!
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/river-readers-nature-storytime-2/2026-11-03/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sandiegoriver.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/C6BB922B-173B-40C3-91B5-0FBEC713DE03_1_105_c.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T160000
DTSTAMP:20260818T201018Z
CREATED:20260608T221650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T201018Z
UID:10000092-1794061800-1794067200@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:THE WONDROUS WOODRAT! … MICE & MOLES\, SHREWS & VOLES & GOPHERS IN HOLES!
DESCRIPTION:LINDA HAWLEY’S NATURE ADVENTURES!\nFREE—ages 4-10 with an adult  \nNot your ordinary sewer rats\, woodrats are the original PACKRATS\, building  huge\, intricate houses that last for centuries! How do they build them? What makes them & their habitats so fascinating?  Their distant cousins—mice\, moles\, shrews\, voles & gophers—are considered to be PESTS\,  but do they have any redeeming qualities at all?     \nABOUT THE PRESENTER:\nLinda Hawley\, Ed.M.\, delights children & adults alike with the animated enthusiasm she brings to her monthly programs by entertaining them with her PowerPoint presentation\, songs\, puppets\, real animal pelts & nests\, replicated skulls\, specimens\, scats & tracks; take-home craft materials &/or handouts will be provided. EVERYONE HAS FUN LEARNING!\nMs. Hawley has 40+ years of experience as a classroom teacher\, college professor\, naturalist guide & educator for Audubon Society’s OutdoorExplore! & at Mission Trails Regional Park\, where she created & taught her “wildly popular” nature classes for 10 years. She is author of NATURE ADVENTURES!  A Guidebook of Nature Facts\, Songs and Hikes in San Diego County\, Sunbelt Publications\, Inc. 2017  \nHer classes go full STEAM ahead:\nS—Sciences—zoology\, biology\, botany\nT—Technology—PowerPoint\, Smartphone\, computers\nE—English language\, new vocabulary\, scientific terms\nA—Arts\, crafts\, creativity\nM—Music—Singing about the fauna of San Diego
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/the-wondrous-woodrat-mice-moles-shrews-voles-gophers-in-holes/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="San Diego River Park Foundation":MAILTO:info@sandiegoriver.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261110T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261110T103000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203252Z
CREATED:20260506T210056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T203252Z
UID:10000059-1794303000-1794306600@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:River Readers Nature Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Located at Grant Park in Mission Valley\, the River Readers Nature Storytime will feature books\, activities\, and crafts celebrating the great outdoors and our local wildlife. This partnership between the San Diego River Park Foundation and the Mission Valley Library is perfect for preschoolers and their families looking for outdoor literacy fun!
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/river-readers-nature-storytime-2/2026-11-10/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T093000
DTSTAMP:20260901T225933Z
CREATED:20260320T154115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T225933Z
UID:10000028-1794729600-1794735000@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Grant Park
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a fun-filled walk with bird experts Cindy Pencek and Ian Swirka to observe and count the amazing biodiversity of birds that call this section of the river home! You’ll not only experience the joy and relaxation of connecting with nature\, but will also contribute to conservation efforts through reporting observations on iNaturalist! \nYou’ll also have the opportunity to explore our River Studio at Grant Park—our exciting new nature education center and eco-park featuring beautiful native plant gardens\, serving over 5\,000 students each year and empowering the next generation of environmental stewards. \nWe hope you can join us! Kids are welcome\, with adult supervision. \nParking: Please park in the Grant Park parking lot. Access is via the intersection with the stoplight across from iFly Indoor Skydiving. \nCOMPLETE OUR DIGITAL WAIVER OF LIABILITY (REQUIRED)
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/bird-walk-at-grant-park-9/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T110000
DTSTAMP:20260612T213010Z
CREATED:20260612T213010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T213010Z
UID:10000099-1794736800-1794740400@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:Wingspan and Ecologies Game Time!
DESCRIPTION:Join San Diego Bird Alliance and Jessica Ullyott\, founder of Nature Needs SD and local trail guide for a deeper dive into ecosystems. Learn how plants\, animals and other factors work together to form the perfect balance by playing the games: Ecologies and Wingspan! Never played these games before? No problem! No experience needed as we all learn and play together. Note: players should be ages 8+ to enjoy this game. \nIf you want to connect with nature all morning\, join us for our Bird Walk from 8:00 to 9:30 preceding the game time event led by Bird Expert Cindy Pencek. Learn about the amazing biodiversity of birds found in the watershed and immerse yourself in the beautiful native plant gardens at Grant Park!
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/wingspan-and-ecologies-game-time/2026-11-15/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261117T103000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203252Z
CREATED:20260506T210056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T203252Z
UID:10000060-1794907800-1794911400@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:River Readers Nature Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Located at Grant Park in Mission Valley\, the River Readers Nature Storytime will feature books\, activities\, and crafts celebrating the great outdoors and our local wildlife. This partnership between the San Diego River Park Foundation and the Mission Valley Library is perfect for preschoolers and their families looking for outdoor literacy fun!
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/river-readers-nature-storytime-2/2026-11-17/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sandiegoriver.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/C6BB922B-173B-40C3-91B5-0FBEC713DE03_1_105_c.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261124T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261124T103000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203252Z
CREATED:20260506T210056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T203252Z
UID:10000061-1795512600-1795516200@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:River Readers Nature Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Located at Grant Park in Mission Valley\, the River Readers Nature Storytime will feature books\, activities\, and crafts celebrating the great outdoors and our local wildlife. This partnership between the San Diego River Park Foundation and the Mission Valley Library is perfect for preschoolers and their families looking for outdoor literacy fun!
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/river-readers-nature-storytime-2/2026-11-24/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sandiegoriver.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/C6BB922B-173B-40C3-91B5-0FBEC713DE03_1_105_c.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261201T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261201T103000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203252Z
CREATED:20260506T210056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T203252Z
UID:10000062-1796117400-1796121000@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:River Readers Nature Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Located at Grant Park in Mission Valley\, the River Readers Nature Storytime will feature books\, activities\, and crafts celebrating the great outdoors and our local wildlife. This partnership between the San Diego River Park Foundation and the Mission Valley Library is perfect for preschoolers and their families looking for outdoor literacy fun!
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/river-readers-nature-storytime-2/2026-12-01/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sandiegoriver.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/C6BB922B-173B-40C3-91B5-0FBEC713DE03_1_105_c.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261205T110000
DTSTAMP:20260608T222221Z
CREATED:20260608T222221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T222221Z
UID:10000093-1796464800-1796468400@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:REINDEER HERE? NO\, MULE DEER!
DESCRIPTION:Linda Hawley’s Nature Adventures!\nFREE—ages 4-10 with an adult \nThese beautiful\, elegant mammals stand taller than all other San Diego native animals. Why are they called Mule deer? How are they different from the White-tailed deer & Santa’s Reindeer? How are they alike? What do they eat? Are they predators or prey? Which have spots & velvet antlers? Are antlers the same as horns? They don’t have red noses\, fly through the sky or deliver gifts\, but they are marvelous animals nonetheless!  \nABOUT THE PRESENTER:\nLinda Hawley\, Ed.M.\, delights children & adults alike with the animated enthusiasm she brings to her monthly programs by entertaining them with her PowerPoint presentation\, songs\, puppets\, real animal pelts & nests\, replicated skulls\, specimens\, scats & tracks; take-home craft materials &/or handouts will be provided. EVERYONE HAS FUN LEARNING!\nMs. Hawley has 40+ years of experience as a classroom teacher\, college professor\, naturalist guide & educator for Audubon Society’s OutdoorExplore! & at Mission Trails Regional Park\, where she created & taught her “wildly popular” nature classes for 10 years. She is author of NATURE ADVENTURES!  A Guidebook of Nature Facts\, Songs and Hikes in San Diego County\, Sunbelt Publications\, Inc. 2017  \nHer classes go full STEAM ahead:\nS—Sciences—zoology\, biology\, botany\nT—Technology—PowerPoint\, Smartphone\, computers\nE—English language\, new vocabulary\, scientific terms\nA—Arts\, crafts\, creativity\nM—Music—Singing about the fauna of San Diego
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/reindeer-here-no-mule-deer/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sandiegoriver.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/deer.png
ORGANIZER;CN="San Diego River Park Foundation":MAILTO:info@sandiegoriver.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261208T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261208T103000
DTSTAMP:20260819T203252Z
CREATED:20260506T210056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T203252Z
UID:10000063-1796722200-1796725800@sandiegoriver.org
SUMMARY:River Readers Nature Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Located at Grant Park in Mission Valley\, the River Readers Nature Storytime will feature books\, activities\, and crafts celebrating the great outdoors and our local wildlife. This partnership between the San Diego River Park Foundation and the Mission Valley Library is perfect for preschoolers and their families looking for outdoor literacy fun!
URL:https://sandiegoriver.org/event/river-readers-nature-storytime-2/2026-12-08/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 2310 Camino Del Rio N.\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sandiegoriver.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/C6BB922B-173B-40C3-91B5-0FBEC713DE03_1_105_c.jpeg
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