School Field Trip Calendar

	September 2026
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	1 reserved reserved September 1, 2026 LAND: Deep Roots: Explore the traditional uses of native plants by the Kumeyaay people, discover their roles in providing food, medicine, and resources, and explore their connection to the San Diego River. NGSS: LS4-3, LS4-4, LS1-1, ESS3-1, PS3-1, LS2-1, LS2-4, ESS3-3 AIR: Beyond Feathers: Discover over 500 bird species by exploring their identification, adaptations, habitats, and their essential role in the ecosystem. NGSS: LS4-3, LS1-1, ESS3-1 WATER: River Bugs are Cool: Identify and sort "river bugs" from the San Diego River to assess the river's health, indicate water quality, and understand human impacts on the ecosystem and waterways. NGSS: LS1-1, LS2-2, SEP, CCC WATER: River Detectives: Perform physical and chemical analyses, including pH measurements, turbidity assessments, and salinity testing. Identify macroinvertebrates as bioindicators of water quality in the San Diego River to understand how they indicate water quality. NGSS: LS2-1, LS2-4, LS2-6, ESS3-4 BOOK: FIELD TRIP FORM Email coolriver@sandiegoriver.org See more details •	2 reserved reserved September 2, 2026 LAND: Deep Roots: Explore the traditional uses of native plants by the Kumeyaay people, discover their roles in providing food, medicine, and resources, and explore their connection to the San Diego River. NGSS: LS4-3, LS4-4, LS1-1, ESS3-1, PS3-1, LS2-1, LS2-4, ESS3-3 AIR: Beyond Feathers: Discover over 500 bird species by exploring their identification, adaptations, habitats, and their essential role in the ecosystem. NGSS: LS4-3, LS1-1, ESS3-1 WATER: River Bugs are Cool: Identify and sort "river bugs" from the San Diego River to assess the river's health, indicate water quality, and understand human impacts on the ecosystem and waterways. NGSS: LS1-1, LS2-2, SEP, CCC WATER: River Detectives: Perform physical and chemical analyses, including pH measurements, turbidity assessments, and salinity testing. Identify macroinvertebrates as bioindicators of water quality in the San Diego River to understand how they indicate water quality. NGSS: LS2-1, LS2-4, LS2-6, ESS3-4 BOOK: FIELD TRIP FORM Email coolriver@sandiegoriver.org See more details •	3 reserved reserved September 3, 2026 LAND: Deep Roots: Explore the traditional uses of native plants by the Kumeyaay people, discover their roles in providing food, medicine, and resources, and explore their connection to the San Diego River. NGSS: LS4-3, LS4-4, LS1-1, ESS3-1, PS3-1, LS2-1, LS2-4, ESS3-3 AIR: Beyond Feathers: Discover over 500 bird species by exploring their identification, adaptations, habitats, and their essential role in the ecosystem. NGSS: LS4-3, LS1-1, ESS3-1 WATER: River Bugs are Cool: Identify and sort "river bugs" from the San Diego River to assess the river's health, indicate water quality, and understand human impacts on the ecosystem and waterways. NGSS: LS1-1, LS2-2, SEP, CCC WATER: River Detectives: Perform physical and chemical analyses, including pH measurements, turbidity assessments, and salinity testing. Identify macroinvertebrates as bioindicators of water quality in the San Diego River to understand how they indicate water quality. NGSS: LS2-1, LS2-4, LS2-6, ESS3-4 BOOK: FIELD TRIP FORM Email coolriver@sandiegoriver.org See more details •	4	5	6
7 HOLIDAY: Labor Day HOLIDAY: Labor Day September 7, 2026 9:00 am - 10:00 am See more details •	8 reserved reserved September 8, 2026 LAND: Deep Roots: Explore the traditional uses of native plants by the Kumeyaay people, discover their roles in providing food, medicine, and resources, and explore their connection to the San Diego River. NGSS: LS4-3, LS4-4, LS1-1, ESS3-1, PS3-1, LS2-1, LS2-4, ESS3-3 AIR: Beyond Feathers: Discover over 500 bird species by exploring their identification, adaptations, habitats, and their essential role in the ecosystem. NGSS: LS4-3, LS1-1, ESS3-1 WATER: River Bugs are Cool: Identify and sort "river bugs" from the San Diego River to assess the river's health, indicate water quality, and understand human impacts on the ecosystem and waterways. NGSS: LS1-1, LS2-2, SEP, CCC WATER: River Detectives: Perform physical and chemical analyses, including pH measurements, turbidity assessments, and salinity testing. Identify macroinvertebrates as bioindicators of water quality in the San Diego River to understand how they indicate water quality. NGSS: LS2-1, LS2-4, LS2-6, ESS3-4 BOOK: FIELD TRIP FORM Email coolriver@sandiegoriver.org See more details •	9 reserved reserved September 9, 2026 LAND: Deep Roots: Explore the traditional uses of native plants by the Kumeyaay people, discover their roles in providing food, medicine, and resources, and explore their connection to the San Diego River. NGSS: LS4-3, LS4-4, LS1-1, ESS3-1, PS3-1, LS2-1, LS2-4, ESS3-3 AIR: Beyond Feathers: Discover over 500 bird species by exploring their identification, adaptations, habitats, and their essential role in the ecosystem. NGSS: LS4-3, LS1-1, ESS3-1 WATER: River Bugs are Cool: Identify and sort "river bugs" from the San Diego River to assess the river's health, indicate water quality, and understand human impacts on the ecosystem and waterways. NGSS: LS1-1, LS2-2, SEP, CCC WATER: River Detectives: Perform physical and chemical analyses, including pH measurements, turbidity assessments, and salinity testing. Identify macroinvertebrates as bioindicators of water quality in the San Diego River to understand how they indicate water quality. NGSS: LS2-1, LS2-4, LS2-6, ESS3-4 BOOK: FIELD TRIP FORM Email coolriver@sandiegoriver.org See more details •	10 reserved reserved September 10, 2026 LAND: Deep Roots: Explore the traditional uses of native plants by the Kumeyaay people, discover their roles in providing food, medicine, and resources, and explore their connection to the San Diego River. NGSS: LS4-3, LS4-4, LS1-1, ESS3-1, PS3-1, LS2-1, LS2-4, ESS3-3 AIR: Beyond Feathers: Discover over 500 bird species by exploring their identification, adaptations, habitats, and their essential role in the ecosystem. NGSS: LS4-3, LS1-1, ESS3-1 WATER: River Bugs are Cool: Identify and sort "river bugs" from the San Diego River to assess the river's health, indicate water quality, and understand human impacts on the ecosystem and waterways. NGSS: LS1-1, LS2-2, SEP, CCC WATER: River Detectives: Perform physical and chemical analyses, including pH measurements, turbidity assessments, and salinity testing. Identify macroinvertebrates as bioindicators of water quality in the San Diego River to understand how they indicate water quality. NGSS: LS2-1, LS2-4, LS2-6, ESS3-4 BOOK: FIELD TRIP FORM Email coolriver@sandiegoriver.org See more details •	11	12	13
14 Virtual Study Virtual Study September 14, 2026 This Virtual Program provides a unique educational tour that allows students to explore the world of citizen science from their own classroom. Discover rich ecosystems, learn about diverse wildlife, and gain insights into the vital role rivers play in our environment. Sign up to connect with nature and enhance your learning experience. BOOK: VIRTUAL FORM Email coolriver@sandiegoriver.org See more details •	15 reserved reserved September 15, 2026 LAND: Deep Roots: Explore the traditional uses of native plants by the Kumeyaay people, discover their roles in providing food, medicine, and resources, and explore their connection to the San Diego River. NGSS: LS4-3, LS4-4, LS1-1, ESS3-1, PS3-1, LS2-1, LS2-4, ESS3-3 AIR: Beyond Feathers: Discover over 500 bird species by exploring their identification, adaptations, habitats, and their essential role in the ecosystem. NGSS: LS4-3, LS1-1, ESS3-1 WATER: River Bugs are Cool: Identify and sort "river bugs" from the San Diego River to assess the river's health, indicate water quality, and understand human impacts on the ecosystem and waterways. NGSS: LS1-1, LS2-2, SEP, CCC WATER: River Detectives: Perform physical and chemical analyses, including pH measurements, turbidity assessments, and salinity testing. Identify macroinvertebrates as bioindicators of water quality in the San Diego River to understand how they indicate water quality. NGSS: LS2-1, LS2-4, LS2-6, ESS3-4 BOOK: FIELD TRIP FORM Email coolriver@sandiegoriver.org See more details •	16 reserved reserved September 16, 2026 LAND: Deep Roots: Explore the traditional uses of native plants by the Kumeyaay people, discover their roles in providing food, medicine, and resources, and explore their connection to the San Diego River. NGSS: LS4-3, LS4-4, LS1-1, ESS3-1, PS3-1, LS2-1, LS2-4, ESS3-3 AIR: Beyond Feathers: Discover over 500 bird species by exploring their identification, adaptations, habitats, and their essential role in the ecosystem. NGSS: LS4-3, LS1-1, ESS3-1 WATER: River Bugs are Cool: Identify and sort "river bugs" from the San Diego River to assess the river's health, indicate water quality, and understand human impacts on the ecosystem and waterways. NGSS: LS1-1, LS2-2, SEP, CCC WATER: River Detectives: Perform physical and chemical analyses, including pH measurements, turbidity assessments, and salinity testing. Identify macroinvertebrates as bioindicators of water quality in the San Diego River to understand how they indicate water quality. NGSS: LS2-1, LS2-4, LS2-6, ESS3-4 BOOK: FIELD TRIP FORM Email coolriver@sandiegoriver.org See more details •	17 reserved reserved September 17, 2026 LAND: Deep Roots: Explore the traditional uses of native plants by the Kumeyaay people, discover their roles in providing food, medicine, and resources, and explore their connection to the San Diego River. NGSS: LS4-3, LS4-4, LS1-1, ESS3-1, PS3-1, LS2-1, LS2-4, ESS3-3 AIR: Beyond Feathers: Discover over 500 bird species by exploring their identification, adaptations, habitats, and their essential role in the ecosystem. NGSS: LS4-3, LS1-1, ESS3-1 WATER: River Bugs are Cool: Identify and sort "river bugs" from the San Diego River to assess the river's health, indicate water quality, and understand human impacts on the ecosystem and waterways. NGSS: LS1-1, LS2-2, SEP, CCC WATER: River Detectives: Perform physical and chemical analyses, including pH measurements, turbidity assessments, and salinity testing. Identify macroinvertebrates as bioindicators of water quality in the San Diego River to understand how they indicate water quality. NGSS: LS2-1, LS2-4, LS2-6, ESS3-4 BOOK: FIELD TRIP FORM Email coolriver@sandiegoriver.org See more details •	18	19 reserved reserved September 19, 2026 See more details •	20
21 Virtual Study Virtual Study September 21, 2026 This Virtual Program provides a unique educational tour that allows students to explore the world of citizen science from their own classroom. Discover rich ecosystems, learn about diverse wildlife, and gain insights into the vital role rivers play in our environment. Sign up to connect with nature and enhance your learning experience. BOOK: VIRTUAL FORM Email coolriver@sandiegoriver.org See more details •	22 reserved reserved September 22, 2026 LAND: Deep Roots: Explore the traditional uses of native plants by the Kumeyaay people, discover their roles in providing food, medicine, and resources, and explore their connection to the San Diego River. NGSS: LS4-3, LS4-4, LS1-1, ESS3-1, PS3-1, LS2-1, LS2-4, ESS3-3 AIR: Beyond Feathers: Discover over 500 bird species by exploring their identification, adaptations, habitats, and their essential role in the ecosystem. NGSS: LS4-3, LS1-1, ESS3-1 WATER: River Bugs are Cool: Identify and sort "river bugs" from the San Diego River to assess the river's health, indicate water quality, and understand human impacts on the ecosystem and waterways. NGSS: LS1-1, LS2-2, SEP, CCC WATER: River Detectives: Perform physical and chemical analyses, including pH measurements, turbidity assessments, and salinity testing. Identify macroinvertebrates as bioindicators of water quality in the San Diego River to understand how they indicate water quality. NGSS: LS2-1, LS2-4, LS2-6, ESS3-4 BOOK: FIELD TRIP FORM Email coolriver@sandiegoriver.org See more details •	23 reserved reserved September 23, 2026 LAND: Deep Roots: Explore the traditional uses of native plants by the Kumeyaay people, discover their roles in providing food, medicine, and resources, and explore their connection to the San Diego River. NGSS: LS4-3, LS4-4, LS1-1, ESS3-1, PS3-1, LS2-1, LS2-4, ESS3-3 AIR: Beyond Feathers: Discover over 500 bird species by exploring their identification, adaptations, habitats, and their essential role in the ecosystem. NGSS: LS4-3, LS1-1, ESS3-1 WATER: River Bugs are Cool: Identify and sort "river bugs" from the San Diego River to assess the river's health, indicate water quality, and understand human impacts on the ecosystem and waterways. NGSS: LS1-1, LS2-2, SEP, CCC WATER: River Detectives: Perform physical and chemical analyses, including pH measurements, turbidity assessments, and salinity testing. Identify macroinvertebrates as bioindicators of water quality in the San Diego River to understand how they indicate water quality. NGSS: LS2-1, LS2-4, LS2-6, ESS3-4 BOOK: FIELD TRIP FORM Email coolriver@sandiegoriver.org See more details •	24 BOOK A FIELD TRIP: BOOK A FIELD TRIP: September 24, 2026 LAND: Deep Roots: Explore the traditional uses of native plants by the Kumeyaay people, discover their roles in providing food, medicine, and resources, and explore their connection to the San Diego River. NGSS: LS4-3, LS4-4, LS1-1, ESS3-1, PS3-1, LS2-1, LS2-4, ESS3-3 AIR: Beyond Feathers: Discover over 500 bird species by exploring their identification, adaptations, habitats, and their essential role in the ecosystem. NGSS: LS4-3, LS1-1, ESS3-1 WATER: River Bugs are Cool: Identify and sort "river bugs" from the San Diego River to assess the river's health, indicate water quality, and understand human impacts on the ecosystem and waterways. NGSS: LS1-1, LS2-2, SEP, CCC WATER: River Detectives: Perform physical and chemical analyses, including pH measurements, turbidity assessments, and salinity testing. Identify macroinvertebrates as bioindicators of water quality in the San Diego River to understand how they indicate water quality. NGSS: LS2-1, LS2-4, LS2-6, ESS3-4 BOOK: FIELD TRIP FORM Email coolriver@sandiegoriver.org See more details •	25	26 reserved reserved September 26, 2026 See more details •	27
28 Virtual Study Virtual Study September 28, 2026 This Virtual Program provides a unique educational tour that allows students to explore the world of citizen science from their own classroom. Discover rich ecosystems, learn about diverse wildlife, and gain insights into the vital role rivers play in our environment. Sign up to connect with nature and enhance your learning experience. BOOK: VIRTUAL FORM Email coolriver@sandiegoriver.org See more details •	29 reserved reserved September 29, 2026 LAND: Deep Roots: Explore the traditional uses of native plants by the Kumeyaay people, discover their roles in providing food, medicine, and resources, and explore their connection to the San Diego River. NGSS: LS4-3, LS4-4, LS1-1, ESS3-1, PS3-1, LS2-1, LS2-4, ESS3-3 AIR: Beyond Feathers: Discover over 500 bird species by exploring their identification, adaptations, habitats, and their essential role in the ecosystem. NGSS: LS4-3, LS1-1, ESS3-1 WATER: River Bugs are Cool: Identify and sort "river bugs" from the San Diego River to assess the river's health, indicate water quality, and understand human impacts on the ecosystem and waterways. NGSS: LS1-1, LS2-2, SEP, CCC WATER: River Detectives: Perform physical and chemical analyses, including pH measurements, turbidity assessments, and salinity testing. Identify macroinvertebrates as bioindicators of water quality in the San Diego River to understand how they indicate water quality. NGSS: LS2-1, LS2-4, LS2-6, ESS3-4 BOOK: FIELD TRIP FORM Email coolriver@sandiegoriver.org See more details •	30 reserved reserved September 30, 2026 LAND: Deep Roots: Explore the traditional uses of native plants by the Kumeyaay people, discover their roles in providing food, medicine, and resources, and explore their connection to the San Diego River. NGSS: LS4-3, LS4-4, LS1-1, ESS3-1, PS3-1, LS2-1, LS2-4, ESS3-3 AIR: Beyond Feathers: Discover over 500 bird species by exploring their identification, adaptations, habitats, and their essential role in the ecosystem. NGSS: LS4-3, LS1-1, ESS3-1 WATER: River Bugs are Cool: Identify and sort "river bugs" from the San Diego River to assess the river's health, indicate water quality, and understand human impacts on the ecosystem and waterways. NGSS: LS1-1, LS2-2, SEP, CCC WATER: River Detectives: Perform physical and chemical analyses, including pH measurements, turbidity assessments, and salinity testing. Identify macroinvertebrates as bioindicators of water quality in the San Diego River to understand how they indicate water quality. NGSS: LS2-1, LS2-4, LS2-6, ESS3-4 BOOK: FIELD TRIP FORM Email coolriver@sandiegoriver.org See more details •

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