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Ongoing public events at the Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve.
Meet at the Reserve (map). For more information call (831) 728-2822.
- Tours of the Reserve - Join knowledgeable docents on a tour of the Reserve every Saturday and Sunday at 10:00 am and 1:00 pm.
- Early Bird Tour - A special birding tour of the Reserve, the first Saturday of the month.
- Greenhouse Volunteer Drop-in - Second Wednesday of every month, NEW TIME: 10am - 12:00 noon, at ESNERR. Join the ESNERR stewardship team for propagation activities in the nursery. Gloves, tools, and light snacks provided. for details.
- Stewardship Volunteer Drop-in - Every Monday, except holidays at ESNERR. 9:30am - 11:30am. Projects and sites change weekly. We provide gloves, tools, and light snacks. for details.
Regular Reserve and Visitor Center hours: Wednesday - Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Reserve and Visitor Center are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. When the Reserve is closed you cannot access the trails, restrooms,
visitor center, or bookstore.
Ongoing Birding Opportunity
March - May
For experienced birders.
Two interns at CSUMB for “ Environment for the Americas” , are doing intensive shorebird surveys at 4 sites around Elkhorn Slough for 10 weeks. The sites include South Marsh, Parsons Overlook, Kirby Park, and Jetty Rd. They would be grateful for any help on their weekly surveys.
if interested.
Guided Elkhorn Slough Kayak Tour
Saturday, June 8, 9am
Members only
Cost:
$45 per person for kayak and gear provided - Register Now
$25 per person with your own kayak - Register Now
See Elkhorn Slough's wildlife from its calm waters as you ride the tide with ESF staff and expert guide Ron Eby. With foggy mornings and sunny afternoons, June is a wonderful time to kayak the slough. As we travel along an incoming time we'll see otter rafts, sea lions, seals, pelicans, cormorants and more. No matter how many times you've kayaked the slough, each trip is different. We can provide the kayak, or bring your own for a discount. This event has limited space. Details to follow reservations.
