Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation
Preserve - Protect - Enhance
A volunteer driven non-profit dedicated to preserving all elements of the Batiquitos Lagoon, protecting the wildlife and enhancing the trails and habitat for our community and visitors.
tHE FUTURE STARTS WITH US
Coastal Wetlands Are Disappearing At An Alarming Rate
California has lost more than 90% of its historical wetlands and today, many of the remaining wetlands are threatened. Wetlands continue to be drained for agriculture, filled for development, or disturbed by modifications to the watershed such as dams or water diversions. Climate change poses a significant threat, as many wetlands today are dependent on artificial water delivery systems or high groundwater levels and may be impacted by changing climatic conditions. Further, wetlands along the coast face flooding from potential sea level rise. Our beautiful Batiquitos Lagoon faces these threats. A variety of private and public organizations are involved in protecting the remaining wetlands. The Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation (BLF) is the only organization on earth whose sole mission is to preserve, protect and enhance Batiquitos Lagoon.
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Upcoming Events
Saturday, April 26th at 10:00am – City Nature Challenge
The City Nature Challenge is a global competition to see which city can document the most biodiversity on iNaturalist from April 25 – April 28th. Join us by the Nature Center from 10:00am - 2:00pm to learn more about the event from our docents. All Ages
Saturday, May 10th at 10:00am – The Fascinating World of Bats
Our coastal lagoon is habitat to multiple species of bats rarely seen by those who visit its trails. Guest speaker Cynthia Myers of Project Wildlife is a wildlife outreach volunteer. Come learn about their anatomy, the niche they fill in the environment and how to protect local populations, plus get a peek of a live bat ambassador. Ages 10+
Saturday, May 17th at 10:00am – Batiquitos Lagoon 101
Join docent Deb Mossa for an easy 90-minute nature walk to learn about this beautiful protected space, highlighting the wetlands, wildlife, and history of the lagoon. Bring binoculars or borrow from the Nature Center.
Saturday, June 14th at 10:00am – Saving our Waterways
Guest Speaker Navy McKee, CEO of Kai Pono Solutions, has invented a storm drain filtration device to work within the water infrastructure while also tracking flow rates, contaminates, and maintenance cycles. Come hear her vision. Ages 12+
Saturday, June 21st at 10:00am – The Kumeyaay Trail
Join us for a docent-led, moderately strenuous hike up a rarely-visited trail, where you'll explore interesting twists and turns and enjoy fabulous views. Wear your hat and hiking boots, and carry water.
Saturday, July 12th at 10:00am – Summertime in the Wetlands
As changes in ecosystems play out across the seasons, subtle changes are happening in the lagoon as well. Come for a 90-minute docent-led nature walk to learn about the birds and other species native to this special body of water.
Saturday, July 19th at 10:00am – The Mysterious Oarfish
Why are these deep-sea fish, known in Japanese folklore, washing up on the beaches of California? Guest Speaker Ben Frable, Collection Manager of the Marine Vertebrate Collection at Scripps Institution, explains the phenomenon. Ages 12+
Special thanks to our Business Members for their ongoing support of our mission to preserve, protect and enhance the Lagoon!
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