Lagoon News E-Update: September 2009
Dear Friend of the San Elijo Lagoon,
Coastal Cleanup Day for Fun and Profit
Birds of a Feather Gala Auction Items Announced
Attention Surfers
Budding Naturalists: Take Note!
Lagoon 101
A Call to Service
Summer is Over, Now its Cleanup Time!
It has been a beautiful summer around the lagoon. Sunsets, hikes, bike rides, swimming... and unfortunately a lot of trash to show for it. Join with over 8,000 volunteers throughout the County on Saturday, September 19 for Coastal Cleanup Day! Our Conservancy team will meet at MiraCosta College on Manchester Ave, just east of Interstate 5, from 9:00 am - 12:00 noon. We'll branch out to several locations around the lagoon to harvest butts, wrappers, cans, bottles, bags, and asorted other trash. We'll even venture into the Lagoon to remove some invasive pest plants. Fun for the whole family! Send a message to workparties@SanElijo.org for more information and to signup.
A happy crew from a previous Coastal Cleanup Day,
posing with their trash treasure
Many thanks to the crew of 10 volunteers who gathered in August to cleanup the tidal basin next to Pacific Coast Highway at the south end of the Lagoon. The place has never looked better! Pam and Steve Fitch once again directed the work party, and a fun time was had by all.
Birds of a Feather 2009 Fundraising Gala to Benefit Conservancy's Education Programs:
 Saturday, September 26
5 - 8 pm
Clear Spring Farm,
Rancho Santa Fe
It’s sure to be an affair to remember ~ especially with
you there!
All proceeds will benefit San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy's Environmental Education Program.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available. A fabulous array of live and silent auction items have just been posted on the web. Please click on the thoroughbred show horse for more Gala nformation...
Ride Found. Lost?
 Staff scientist Barry Lindgren recovered this surfboard in the Conservancy's dune strand restoration area this past week. It may have flown in from the roof of a passing Woody or Volkswagen, or it may have been dumped. Dude, can you help us track down the rightful owner? The tail is dinged. If our search efforts are unsuccessful, then look for this board at our Birds of a Feather Silent Auction on the 26th!
Budding Naturalists, This is your Opportunity!
Docent Training Series Begins October 6th
The popular Docent Training program returns, this time to be held at the new San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center. For seven consecutive weeks beginning Tuesday October 6, from 9 am - 12 noon, participants will learn from a team of experts in the fields of education and natural science, in the beautiful setting of the LEED Platinum Certified facility, situated on Manchester Avenue overlooking the lagoon.
(click on image for full details)
Past, Present and Future of San Elijo Lagoon
Principal Scientist and Executive Director, Doug Gibson, will present lecture entitled, "The Past, Present and Future of San Elijo Lagoon", to be held at MiraCosta College on Friday, September 11 at 7:00 pm. Considered to be one of the top wetland ecologists on the west coast, the evening is sure to be a treat as Doug presents pertinent information in a relevant and engaging fashion.
Opportunity for Board Service
The Conservancy Board of Directors is looking for a few good people.
Our mission is to preserve, protect, and enhance the
San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve, its watershed and related ecosystems. The
services of our board members are invaluable and essential to furthering this
mission and maintaining the health of the lagoon and its environs. Your
commitment of time, thought and economic resources will make a significant
difference to ensure SELC’s continued success. On the average, SELC directors contribute
an estimated five to eight hours per month.
This service can be rewarding and an important element of
your life’s work. There are many opportunities for personal growth as a SELC
director and you also can expect to enjoy the company and friendship of
like minded people with whom you would be serving.
Please contact Nominating Committee Chair, Jim McCall, to discuss in further detail. He can be reached at 858.755.3535
Please Join Us For These Exciting Events coming up:
Kids' Walks for Young Families:
Saturday, September 5, 10 am. "Willie the Willet and Other Waders". Meet at Rios Ave. trailhead.
Lecture Series:
Friday, September 11, 7 pm. "The Past, Present, and Future of the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve" by Doug Gibson, Executive Director and Principal Scientist. At Mira Costa College on Manchester Avenue.
Monthly Bird Count:
Monday, September 14, 7:30 am - 12 noon. Meet at Rios Ave. trailhead.
Guided Nature Walks:
NEW: Every Saturday, 10 am. Meet at the Nature Center.
Also: Every 2nd Saturday, September 12, 9 am - 11 am. Meet at Rios Ave. trailhead.
Volunteer Work Party
Saturday, September 19, 9 am - 11 am. Help out with habitat restoration and trail maintenance. Contact workparties@SanElijo.org for details & directions. This month we celebrate Coastal Cleanup Day at MiraCosta College on Manchester
Photo of the Week Contest:
Ongoing. Submit your images of the San Elijo Lagoon to photos@SanElijo.org and check the Conservancy website for the current Photo of the Week.
All events are free, and all are welcome.
Join the conversation
 Join the Conservancy's facebook group or facebook page today, and spread your enthusiasm about watershed protection! By joining these networks you not only learn new things about what we do and the people involved -- also by your mere participation you help to grow the Conservancy's influence. Be our friend on facebook today!
Visit the Lagoon. Enjoy its beauty. Help in its conservation.
It's your Lagoon - It's your legacy.
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