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SUMMARY:Sweetwater Safari Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday as we explore the Sweetwater Marsh Trail on the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge! We will learn about the history of the Sweetwater Marsh\, the salt marsh ecosystem\, and the plants and wildlife thriving in this protected space. Backpacks with fun activities\, including magnifying glasses and binoculars\, will be available for families to use while on the hike. \n \nCheck-in time: 11:30 am\nDuration: 30-45 Minutes \nMeeting Location: We will meet outside the front doors of the Living Coast Discovery Center located at 1000 Gunpowder Point Drive\, Chula Vista\, CA 91910. \nDriving directions: From the I5 freeway\, exit at E street and head west to the Living Coast Discovery Center parking lot. This hike location is located on a wildlife refuge\, and all visitors must park in the outer lot and take the free Living Coast Discovery Center shuttle. \nSuggested parking: This locations parking lot is located outside of a wildlife refuge. All visitors must take the free shuttle from the parking lot located on Gunpowder Point Drive. This lot is located at Gunpowder Point Drive\, Chula Vista CA 91910. \nRestrooms and Water: The nearest restrooms are located inside the front doors of the Living Coast Discovery Center. You do not have to pay to use the restrooms\, but if visitors choose to enter the facility to visit exhibits they must pay the admission fees. \nHike lengths: This trail is approximately 1 mile in length. \nProgram Supplies:  Please make sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes for hiking. Bringing a water bottle\, bug protection\, and sun protection are highly recommended. \nHiking level: Easy \nNo pets will be allowed on the hike.
URL:https://www.thelivingcoast.org/programs-events-upcoming-events/sweetwater-safari-hikes/2025-01-11/
LOCATION:Living Coast Discovery Center\, 1000 Gunpowder Point Dr.\, Chula Vista\, CA\, 91910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike,Homepage,Trail to Bay
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250112T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250112T123000
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CREATED:20231013T201516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T182448Z
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SUMMARY:Compost Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Compost Workshops\nOffered every Sunday at 11:30 AM.\nComposting turns organic waste that would end up in a landfill into nutrient-rich soil. Lower your carbon footprint\, divert waste\, and enhance your garden all with one solution. Join us for a one-hour workshop to get you started and answer questions. (Included with cost of admission) \nOn the first Sunday of the month\, the compost workshop will be offered in English and Spanish. On the last Sunday of the month\, the workshop will cover Vermicomposting! \nCompost bins are available for $35 to Chula Vista residents who have attended one of the City’s composting workshops or the Master Composter Course. \nChula Vista residents can receive free admission to the Living Coast on select Sundays! Click here to sign up.
URL:https://www.thelivingcoast.org/programs-events-upcoming-events/compost-workshop/2025-01-12/
CATEGORIES:Composting Workshops,Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T110000
DTSTAMP:20260828T090625
CREATED:20241227T000016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T000016Z
UID:10005953-1737190800-1737198000@www.thelivingcoast.org
SUMMARY:Bilingual Birding Hike - Tijuana Estuary
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a bilingual (English/Spanish) birding hike at the Tijuana Estuary marsh land located in the most southwestern part of the United States. This flat trail takes you through the Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve\, along the Imperial Beach coastline with the Mexican border in the background. Encounter native wildlife and plants in this unique and endangered ecosystem. \n\nDate: Saturday\, January 18th\nCheck-in time: 9:00 AM\nDuration: 2 hours \n \n\nMeeting Location: We will be meeting outside of the Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center at 301 Caspian Wy\, Imperial Beach\, CA 91932 \nDriving directions: Follow I-5 S to Coronado Ave in San Diego. Turn right onto Coronado Ave. Continue onto Imperial Beach Blvd. Turn left onto 3rd St. 3rd St turns left and becomes Caspian Way. Turn right into Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center. \nSuggested parking: Parking is available at visitor center and on the street. \nRestrooms and Water: Available at Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center after 10:00 AM \nHike lengths: 0.75 miles \nProgram Supplies:  Please make sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes for hiking. Bringing a water bottle\, bug protection\, and sun protection are highly recommended. \nHiking level: Easy \nNo pets will be allowed on the hike.
URL:https://www.thelivingcoast.org/programs-events-upcoming-events/bilingual-birding-hike-tijuana-estuary/
LOCATION:Tijuana Estuary
CATEGORIES:Hike,Homepage,Trail to Bay
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260828T090625
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SUMMARY:Sweetwater Safari Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday as we explore the Sweetwater Marsh Trail on the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge! We will learn about the history of the Sweetwater Marsh\, the salt marsh ecosystem\, and the plants and wildlife thriving in this protected space. Backpacks with fun activities\, including magnifying glasses and binoculars\, will be available for families to use while on the hike. \n \nCheck-in time: 11:30 am\nDuration: 30-45 Minutes \nMeeting Location: We will meet outside the front doors of the Living Coast Discovery Center located at 1000 Gunpowder Point Drive\, Chula Vista\, CA 91910. \nDriving directions: From the I5 freeway\, exit at E street and head west to the Living Coast Discovery Center parking lot. This hike location is located on a wildlife refuge\, and all visitors must park in the outer lot and take the free Living Coast Discovery Center shuttle. \nSuggested parking: This locations parking lot is located outside of a wildlife refuge. All visitors must take the free shuttle from the parking lot located on Gunpowder Point Drive. This lot is located at Gunpowder Point Drive\, Chula Vista CA 91910. \nRestrooms and Water: The nearest restrooms are located inside the front doors of the Living Coast Discovery Center. You do not have to pay to use the restrooms\, but if visitors choose to enter the facility to visit exhibits they must pay the admission fees. \nHike lengths: This trail is approximately 1 mile in length. \nProgram Supplies:  Please make sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes for hiking. Bringing a water bottle\, bug protection\, and sun protection are highly recommended. \nHiking level: Easy \nNo pets will be allowed on the hike.
URL:https://www.thelivingcoast.org/programs-events-upcoming-events/sweetwater-safari-hikes/2025-01-18/
LOCATION:Living Coast Discovery Center\, 1000 Gunpowder Point Dr.\, Chula Vista\, CA\, 91910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike,Homepage,Trail to Bay
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260828T090625
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SUMMARY:Sweetwater Marsh Clean-up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Team Up to Clean Up event at the Sweetwater Marsh and help us protect and care for our coastal environment! Participants will pick up trash throughout the protected marsh and learn about the native plants and wildlife that live on the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Help us make a difference by keeping this critical coastal habitat clean! \nDate: Sunday\, January 19th\nCheck-in time: 11:00 am\nDuration: 2 hours \n \nMeeting Location: We will meet outside the front doors of the Living Coast Discovery Center located at 1000 Gunpowder Point Drive\, Chula Vista\, CA 91910. \nDriving directions: From the I-5 freeway\, take exit 8B onto E St. Head west to the Living Coast Discovery Center parking lot. \nSuggested parking:  Parking is available at the Living Coast Discovery Center Parking Lot. Participants will be able to ride the complementary shuttle from the main lot to the front of the center. \nRestrooms and Water: The nearest restrooms are located inside the front doors of the Living Coast Discovery Center. You do not have to pay to use the restrooms\, but if visitors choose to enter the facility to visit exhibits they must pay the admission fees. \nProgram Supplies: Buckets\, trash bags\, gloves\, safety vests\, and grabbers will be provided. Please make sure to bring water and wear comfortable clothes\, closed-toed shoes\, and sun/bug protection!
URL:https://www.thelivingcoast.org/programs-events-upcoming-events/sweetwater-marsh-clean-up/
LOCATION:Living Coast Discovery Center\, 1000 Gunpowder Point Dr.\, Chula Vista\, CA\, 91910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cleanup,Homepage,Trail to Bay
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250119T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250119T123000
DTSTAMP:20260828T090625
CREATED:20231013T201516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T182448Z
UID:10005423-1737286200-1737289800@www.thelivingcoast.org
SUMMARY:Compost Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Compost Workshops\nOffered every Sunday at 11:30 AM.\nComposting turns organic waste that would end up in a landfill into nutrient-rich soil. Lower your carbon footprint\, divert waste\, and enhance your garden all with one solution. Join us for a one-hour workshop to get you started and answer questions. (Included with cost of admission) \nOn the first Sunday of the month\, the compost workshop will be offered in English and Spanish. On the last Sunday of the month\, the workshop will cover Vermicomposting! \nCompost bins are available for $35 to Chula Vista residents who have attended one of the City’s composting workshops or the Master Composter Course. \nChula Vista residents can receive free admission to the Living Coast on select Sundays! Click here to sign up.
URL:https://www.thelivingcoast.org/programs-events-upcoming-events/compost-workshop/2025-01-19/
CATEGORIES:Composting Workshops,Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250125T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250125T120000
DTSTAMP:20260828T090625
CREATED:20230602T204524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T003342Z
UID:10004000-1737804600-1737806400@www.thelivingcoast.org
SUMMARY:Sweetwater Safari Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday as we explore the Sweetwater Marsh Trail on the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge! We will learn about the history of the Sweetwater Marsh\, the salt marsh ecosystem\, and the plants and wildlife thriving in this protected space. Backpacks with fun activities\, including magnifying glasses and binoculars\, will be available for families to use while on the hike. \n \nCheck-in time: 11:30 am\nDuration: 30-45 Minutes \nMeeting Location: We will meet outside the front doors of the Living Coast Discovery Center located at 1000 Gunpowder Point Drive\, Chula Vista\, CA 91910. \nDriving directions: From the I5 freeway\, exit at E street and head west to the Living Coast Discovery Center parking lot. This hike location is located on a wildlife refuge\, and all visitors must park in the outer lot and take the free Living Coast Discovery Center shuttle. \nSuggested parking: This locations parking lot is located outside of a wildlife refuge. All visitors must take the free shuttle from the parking lot located on Gunpowder Point Drive. This lot is located at Gunpowder Point Drive\, Chula Vista CA 91910. \nRestrooms and Water: The nearest restrooms are located inside the front doors of the Living Coast Discovery Center. You do not have to pay to use the restrooms\, but if visitors choose to enter the facility to visit exhibits they must pay the admission fees. \nHike lengths: This trail is approximately 1 mile in length. \nProgram Supplies:  Please make sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes for hiking. Bringing a water bottle\, bug protection\, and sun protection are highly recommended. \nHiking level: Easy \nNo pets will be allowed on the hike.
URL:https://www.thelivingcoast.org/programs-events-upcoming-events/sweetwater-safari-hikes/2025-01-25/
LOCATION:Living Coast Discovery Center\, 1000 Gunpowder Point Dr.\, Chula Vista\, CA\, 91910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike,Homepage,Trail to Bay
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250126T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250126T123000
DTSTAMP:20260828T090625
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SUMMARY:Vermicomposting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Offered the last Sunday of every month at 11:30 AM. \nVermicomposting uses worms to convert waste into fertilizer for your garden! This course will teach you how you can get started with your own worm bin and how to care for your worm friends! \nThis class is included with admission. \nChula Vista residents can receive free admission to the Living Coast on select Sundays! Click here to sign up.
URL:https://www.thelivingcoast.org/programs-events-upcoming-events/vermicomposting-workshop/2025-01-26/
CATEGORIES:Composting Workshops,Homepage
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