Volunteer Day Sunday, December 3, 2017 9:00 am - 12:30 pm

Sunday, December 3rd, come to Volcan Mountain to help remove over-growing plants around our native plant nursery and along our Sky Island trail. We'll break for snacks/lunch at the top of the trail with a beautiful view of Julian and beyond!

Volcan Mountain Foundation Conservation Chair, Sharyl Massey, is looking for a few good volunteers that aren’t afraid to roll up their sleeves and get dirty. Of course, there’s always fun to be had too!

Citizen Science Bird Survey on Volcan Mountain, Thursday, November 30, 2017 8:15 am

Thursday, November 30th join Volcan Mountain Foundation partners the San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy (SDRVC) and Palomar Audubon for a citizen science bird survey on SDRVC's Volcan Mountain parcels near Julian. This is a great opportunity to hone your bird ID skills with experts, learn about our local mountain bird species, and contribute valuable data to the San Dieguito River Park.
 

Falcons & Hawks! The Art of Falconry at Santa Ysabel West, Saturday, December 3, 2017 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Saturday, December 3rd learn about the world's oldest hunting style and sport of kings from Master Falconer Cisco Clibourne. Experience the world's fastest animal, the Peregrine falcon, in action as he swoops to Cisco's lure from amazing speeds. Get up close and personal with Cisco's two Harris hawks, Julian and J.J., as they fly to your fist under his expert guidance.

Shooting Stars and Hot Cocoa at Santa Ysabel West Preserve, Wednesday, December 13th at 7:00 pm

Wednesday, December 13th, bring the kids for mountain shooting-star party magic at the Santa Ysabel West Preserve! Bring your camp chairs and blankets to the clear skies of San Diego's back country on the peak night for viewing the Geminids meteor shower. County park rangers will set up a free hot cocoa station and open the large staging area for this special late-night preserve experience.

Wear: warm clothes

Bring: the family, blankets, camp chairs, snacks; free hot cocoa will be provided