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Founded in 1987, Nature Collective is a conservation and science education nonprofit leader in San Diego County. We work to restore habitats to provide healthier waters and greater wildlife diversity. We educate future generations to become aware of, appreciate, and act to protect the natural environments and watersheds surrounding them. We think inclusively and diversely when serving those growing up devoid of nature, those longing to reconnect, and those who already prioritize their relationship with nature. We envision a world where everyone connects with, experiences, and protects nature. We want our places and events to offer every human an experience and deep connection with the living world. Mission Statement: We exist to drive a passion for nature, for all.

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Making news as we offer things to do in North County San Diego, and beyond!
Please direct all media inquiries to: Sara E. Wacker, APR [email protected] | 858.945.1104

News Release: June 4, 2022

San Elijo Lagoon Restoration Ends, Monitoring Continues 

Nature Collective Leads a 50-Year Study 

ENCINITAS, CA—Today Nature Collective, supporters and stakeholders for San Elijo Lagoon Restoration ceremoniously gathered to cut the ribbon for a wetland restored to more optimal health. In the distance, songbirds called from the trees and herons and egrets patiently stalked prey in tidal inlets. Breezes across the tidal channels, now wider, deeper and extending farther inland, carried the scents of brackish water—a mix of salt and fresh—uniquely important to coastal life. 

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two people at Annie's Canyon Trail

News Release: July 6, 2021

Nature Collective Announces Openings for Volunteers

From Habitat Restoration to Ambassadors on Trails, Volunteers Help Nature + Community Thrive

ENCINITAS — Volunteers are back in action at San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve, and soon to be at Encinitas tide pools and coastal dunes, and helping behind-the-scenes to restore nature.

“Our nationally awarded organization is made more whole by a community of diverse people, from nature enthusiasts to scientists, who are helping to conserve San Elijo Lagoon and lands and waters beyond,” says Doug Gibson, Nature Collective Executive Director. “Volunteers who are helping nature thrive, and who are connecting with visitors are channeling their passions to connect with, experience, and protect nature.”

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News Release: February 23, 2021

Nature Collective Presents: Virtual Animal Experiences March to May

Discover the ocean worlds of octopus, seahorses and sharks. With a focus on Marine Protected Areas, participants can learn how the protection of ocean habitats is critical for all species, and our communities.

Series Hosts: Nature Collective + Living Coast Discovery Center + San Pasqual HS Environmental Club

Series Support: Encinitas Community Grant Program + Coastal Quest + Ocean Protection Council

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Calendar News Release: January 15, 2021

Virtual Connections to Feature Dunes, Tidepools, and Journaling

Nature Collective Takes Viewers to Local Seashore Habitats + Educator Workshop on Nature Journaling

Nature Collective exists to drive a passion for nature, for all. We believe that if we help people discover a passion for nature, they will want to protect and value everything it has to offer.

Virtual Connections: Tidepools and Dunes, are made possible with support from: Nature Collective + Ocean Protection Council + Coastal Quest + California State Parks + City of Encinitas

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CALENDAR NEWS: November 30, 2020

Low King Tide Discovery Experiences December 10, 14, 15

Nature Collective Hosts Virtual Connections + Tidepool Ambassador Experiences at Swami’s Beach. Experience December’s king tide events—at the lowest tide! About 7 hours after the peak high tide, beach goers can get a closer look at critters in this amazing part of our coast that is typically hidden underwater. Experience the wonders of tidepools and learn how to become a Nature Collective Tidepool Ambassador.

Made possible with support from: Nature Collective + Ocean Protection Council + Coastal Quest + California State Parks + City of Encinitas

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Nature Collective Announces Grand Opening for Harbaugh Seaside Trails, February 22

The newest open space for public enjoyment in coastal North County will be dedicated in a private donor sunset ceremony on Saturday, February 22, 2020. Harbaugh Seaside Trails is the three-acre coastal overlook, designated permanent open space for all, linking Cardiff-by-the-Sea and Solana Beach along historic Coast Highway 101.

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Cardiff State Beach Living Shoreline Dedicated 

North County San Diego residents and officials today celebrated the opening of the Cardiff State Beach Living Shoreline project. The half-mile coastal area located at Cardiff State Beach was created to add a ‘living shoreline’ sand dune system to protect Coast Highway 101 from ocean surges.

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Improvements Begin on North County’s Harbaugh Seaside Trails

A view of the Lagoon and Pacific Ocean from the site of Harbaugh Seaside Trails, expected to open in early 2020.

Encinitas Environmental Award:

City of Encinitas Mayor Catherine Blakespear awards the Encinitas Excellence in Environmental Stewardship Award to Doug Gibson, San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy Executive Director and Principal Scientist on October 7, 2018 at the annual Surfing Madonna Beach Run. Photo by Jim Wang

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