📜 A volunteer-driven non-profit dedicated to preserving, protecting, and enhancing the Batiquitos Lagoon.
🌿 Focuses on wildlife, trails, and habitat for the community and visitors in Carlsbad, California.
🌊 Explore a vital coastal wetland in California
🦅 Observe diverse wildlife and natural habitats
🚶♀️ Enjoy guided nature walks and educational programs
🛶 Participate in unique kayak fundraiser and cleanup events
🤝 Contribute to conservation through volunteer opportunities
🗣️ Speaker Series: Held monthly on the second Saturday at 10:00 AM at the BLF Nature Center. Open to the public and free (donations appreciated).
🚶♀️ Docent Led Lagoon Walks: Guided 90-minute nature walks for visitors and school groups, covering wetland habitats, birds, and local heritage.
🛶 Annual Kayak Fundraiser & Cleanup: A special opportunity to kayak in the lagoon (normally closed to boating) while participating in a community cleanup.
🛠️ Community Volunteer Events: Help with trail maintenance and improvement. Tools and training are provided.
🚫 Kayaking is generally restricted, except during special annual events.
⚠️ Coastal wetlands are threatened by development and climate change, highlighting the need for conservation.
🌳 Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation (BLF), a 501c3 Public Benefit Corporation.