Please Volunteer in the Battle Against Invasive Plants--This Saturday, June 10th, 2017

This Saturday, June 10th, come out for a volunteer work party and help remove invasive plants around VMF's Volcan Mountain Nature Center. 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 in the battle against invasive plants. Of course, there’s always fun to be had too!

Getting Outdoors: An Introduction to Family Hiking at Santa Ysabel Preserve East at 4pm

Saturday, July 22, at 4pm join the preserve's newest staff member and VMF Board Member, Eric Jones, for a family-friendly trail talk at the amphitheater. Topics are safety and having fun outdoors! There will be practical tips for families heading out onto the trails together, demonstrations of smart and safe hiking techniques, and a short hike for all ages in the Santa Ysabel East Preserve.

Father's Day-Nature Touch Table at Santa Ysabel Preserve West, Sunday, June 18th

Sunday, June 18th join San Diego County Park staff for a nature touch table experience where you can see and touch a series of items found in nature and where you can learn about them from a County park ranger! The table will be set up from 8am until noon in the staging area – a great place to stop before or after you hike.

The Art Of Falconry at Santa Ysabel Preserve East, Sunday, July 23rd at 4pm

Sunday, July 23rd 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. Experience this chance of a lifetime, one you won't soon forget! This event is free and for all ages.

Falconry Demonstration at Santa Ysabel Preserve East August 20th at 4pm

Sunday, August 20th at 4 pm.  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. Experience this chance of a lifetime, one you won't soon forget! This event is free and for all ages.