Join our Preserve Stewards to explore and document biodiversity at our Descanso Pond Property. This week, our focus is participating in California Biodiversity Week to celebrate California's rich biodiversity and contribute to the state's 30x30 initiative. Take a closer look at nearby nature and document your finds on iNaturalist!
Descanso Pond Preserve, nestled within scenic landscapes, boasts breathtaking riparian habitats. Learn how to collect essential species information by documenting plants and animals using the iNaturalist app on your smartphone. Your data collection will make a big difference by contributing to local and statewide conservation efforts!
We will meet at Park & Ride Lot #29 outside Descanso and carpool in a few cars with high clearance. The meeting address is 7920 Japatul Valley Rd, Descanso, CA 91916. Please arrive at the Park & Ride 10 minutes before 8 a.m. The drive to the Preserve will take approximately 10 minutes.
- Bring at least one smartphone or camera per group
- Familiarize yourself with the iNaturalist app: Watch this video
- Check-In: 7:50 AM, meet at the Park & Ride Lot #29 outside Descanso
- Attire: Long pants and closed-toe shoes are required
- Other Items to Bring: Reusable water bottle, hat, other forms of sun protection
- Weather: Light rain will not cancel the event
- For safety reasons, no pets are allowed at this event
- There are no restroom facilities at this location
- Family friendly!
In the spirit of being nature stewards, the San Diego River Park Foundation encourages volunteers to carpool. Volunteers can spend even more time with like-minded people who are all coming in the interest of environmental conservation, while reducing vehicle emissions. However, carpooling will not be organized by the San Diego River Park Foundation and arrangements must be made between volunteers. Volunteers are responsible for the decisions they make when carpooling, including choices regarding safety. The San Diego River Park Foundation is not liable for any risks associated with carpooling.
