Upcoming Events
at Nature Collective
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.
Join Nature Collective for an exploration of a quiet stretch of San Elijo Lagoon – now bursting with life as indigenous plants flourish along the trails. A 1.6-mile self-guided hike will take you along some of Nature Collective’s recent habitat restoration sites and conclude at our Native Plant Nursery. Stop at check-in spots along the way and look for unique flora to complete your scavenger hunt.
This event is in collaboration with the California Native Plant Society.
Discover the beauty of San Elijo Lagoon: where fresh water and saltwater meet and mix, migratory and resident birds share a sanctuary, and many animals find a home.
This guided tour will inspire all to watch and listen for various birds that rest in – and fly across – the salt marsh and mudflats. No matter the season, you can enjoy, photograph, and identify a host of native plants. Our Nature Center Loop Trail is accessible, providing fun for all.
Volunteer Emmy Garnica leads your nature experience.
Join our Family Fun Day featuring: Traveling Seeds!
Enjoy hands-on activities, from craft-making to animal encounters. Nature gets the spotlight with Nature Collective and San Diego County Parks + Recreation rangers with family-friendly experiences, live presentations, and more. Every month, Nature Collective features a new topic for all the fun.
Each Family Fun Day includes TRACK Trails activity guides. Plus, young attendees can earn a Junior Ranger badge.
