Wetland Restoration: Emory Cove
The San Diego Oceans Foundation invites volunteers to help restore sensitive coastal habitat in San Diego Bay. These events take place on scattered dates throught the year, in collaboration with the San Diego Audubon Society and the Port of San Diego. In late 2010, we removed invasive plant species and re-planted native plants. Since then we have been helping to water the plants to help ensure their survival. We need to continue watering and monitoring our recently planted plants at Emory Cove to create enhanced feeding and resting grounds for our feathered friends. You do not need any prior experience, just a willingness to get your hands dirty!
Upcoming Events
Saturday, February 25th - 9am to noon - Click here for details
What to Do
Wear old work clothes, long pants, hat, boots or sturdy shoes and use sunscreen. We will provide gloves, tools, water and snacks.
Please RSVP at volunteer@sdoceans.org. You will need to download and print our waiver (Download here). Volunteers under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian-signed waiver to participate.
Directions: From San Diego, take I-5 to the Palm Ave/CA-75 exit (exit 5A). Head west on Palm Ave/CA-75N as it continues up the strand and becomes Silver Strand Blvd. The work site will be on the right, about a half mile north of the first parking lot (you can park here and walk ½ mile north on bike path to access the work site). If you’re coming directly from Coronado, take Silver Strand Boulevard south for about 7 miles. Drive past the work site, make a u-turn at Rainbow Drive and head north on Silver Strand Blvd until you reach the work site. See Google map here.
Parking: Limited parking is available in the lot south of the work site. Parking will also be available in the Coronado Cays, located 1.5 miles north of Emory Cove. Exit Coronado Cays lvd and take a right after the security entrance (no check-in necessary). Follow Coronado Cays Blvd south ½ mile and take a right on Mardi Gras Rd. Follow this to the end and park where permitted. Access the Bayshore bike path via the small gate located at the end (to the west) of Mardi Gras Rd. Walk south on the bike path about ½ mile until you reach the work site.