Events

Upcoming Events
at Nature Collective

Everyone is invited to join us for fun-and-informative events!

Anytime you’re looking for free things to do in San Diego, see what’s happening at Nature Collective. We offer free nature tours and family days. For other events, like a film screening, there’s an admission price that lets us offer these experiences.

Our activities are for anyone in town – from locals to visitors – and all ages.

October 2025

November 2025

December 2025

Volunteer Restoration Event | November 15

  • Saturday, November 22, 2025
  • 3 hours

Want to make a real difference for our local environment? Join us for a habitat restoration event. This isn’t a walk in the park—it’s physical work. But it’s also incredibly rewarding. You’ll be directly helping to restore native habitats, making a lasting impact on our ecosystem. Invasive plants choke out the native species that our local wildlife depends on. By removing them and planting native plants, we’re giving our native trees, flowers, and animals a fighting chance to thrive.

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

*Pulling and removing invasive plants 
*Planting willow whip cuttings + mule fat
*Working alongside a dedicated team of staff and volunteers who share your passion for conservation.
*Getting a great workout and spending time outdoors.

Every hour you contribute makes a visible difference. We’ll provide all the necessary tools and guidance—you just need to bring your energy, a water bottle, and a can-do attitude.

Ready to get your hands dirty for a good cause? Sign up below to volunteer.

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Coffee + Connections Open House | Nov 21

  • Friday, November 21, 2025
  • 1 Hour

Join CEO Jennifer Bright and key Nature Collective staff for Coffee + Connections. Please register below and enjoy this casual meet-and-greet, open-house-style event, where you can connect with key staff, learn about our programs and project updates, and meet others who share your passion for protecting nature.

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Volunteer Event | November 19

  • Wednesday, November 19, 2025
  • 3 hours

Want to make a real difference for our local environment? Join us for a habitat restoration event. This isn’t a walk in the park—it’s physical work. But it’s also incredibly rewarding. You’ll be directly helping to restore native habitats, making a lasting impact on our ecosystem. Invasive plants choke out the native species that our local wildlife depends on. By removing them, we’re giving our native trees, flowers, and animals a fighting chance to thrive.

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

*Pulling and removing invasive Arundo (Giant Reed)
*Working alongside a dedicated team of staff and volunteers who share your passion for conservation.
*Getting a great workout and spending time outdoors.

Every hour you contribute makes a visible difference. We’ll provide all the necessary tools and guidance—you just need to bring your energy, a water bottle, and a can-do attitude.

Ready to get your hands dirty for a good cause? Sign up below to volunteer.

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Volunteer Event | November 26

  • Wednesday, November 26, 2025
  • 3 hours

Want to make a real difference for our local environment? Join us for a habitat restoration event. This isn’t a walk in the park—it’s physical work. But it’s also incredibly rewarding. You’ll be directly helping to restore native habitats, making a lasting impact on our ecosystem. Invasive plants choke out the native species that our local wildlife depends on. By removing them, we’re giving our native trees, flowers, and animals a fighting chance to thrive.

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

*Pulling and removing invasive Arundo (Giant Reed)
*Working alongside a dedicated team of staff and volunteers who share your passion for conservation.
*Getting a great workout and spending time outdoors.

Every hour you contribute makes a visible difference. We’ll provide all the necessary tools and guidance—you just need to bring your energy, a water bottle, and a can-do attitude.

Ready to get your hands dirty for a good cause? Sign up below to volunteer.

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