Bolsa Chica Conservancy

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Bolsa Chica Conservancy

3842 Warner Ave, Huntington Beach, Ca 92649, Usa
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Our mission

To provide services that inspire and connect all generations through community involvement and leadership in hands-on restoration and education in wetland science, watersheds, coastal ecology and environmental sustainability.

Needs

Interpretive Center Host

Our interpretive center is open every day and provides the public with the perfect opportunity to learn about Bolsa Chica wetland ecology. The interpretive center is a great place for the public to learn about the animals and plants they may encounter on the trails! As an enthusiastic host, you will help welcome visitors to our center and answer questions about our wetlands and the public trails.
  • Weekly, Monthly
  • 55+, Adults
  • Individuals
  • Indoor, Outdoor
  • Formal
  • Weekdays, Weekends

Restoration Volunteer

Help us to restore native habitats at Bolsa Chica by removing invasive plant species and installing native plants. Restoration volunteers will get a chance to clean up our wetlands with trash pick-ups and even occasional kayak clean-ups. Restoration volunteers may also help with growing native plants and educating the public.
  • Occasional, Monthly
  • Teens, 55+, Adults
  • Individuals
  • Outdoor
  • On-site
  • Weekdays, Weekends

Nest Site Monitor

The Bolsa Chica Conservancy’s Eyes on Nest Sites (EONS) program is a seasonal opportunity generally held from March to July. Volunteers will be recording and observing the nesting activities and behaviors of these two species of birds at Nest Site 1 on the reserve and educating the public visiting the nest site. This is a unique opportunity to engage in wildlife field work and public outreach, while helping these threatened and endangered species of birds.
  • Occasional
  • 55+, Adults
  • Individuals
  • Outdoor
  • Formal
  • Weekdays, Weekends

Wetland Restoration Event Volunteer

Help us restore the natural habitats of the Bolsa Chica Wetlands! Make sure to wear close-toed shoes, layered clothing, protection from the sun and bring water. Ages 6 years-Adult. Donations of heavy duty trash bags assist us greatly!
  • Occasional, Monthly
  • Children, Teens, 55+, Adults
  • Individuals, Groups (2-10), Corporate Teams, Families
  • Physical, Outdoor
  • On-site
  • Weekends

Naturalist

Bolsa Chica Conservancy provides a variety of science-based education programs for ages Pre K to College, as well as public tours of the wetlands. As a naturalist, you will help us provide fun activities covering wetland ecology and history. You will get a chance to lead outdoor science labs and educational tours of the wetlands, providing fun interactive programs for students, scouts and adults alike. We provide training for all of our Naturalists and Assistant Naturalists, so experience is not necessary!
  • Occasional, Monthly
  • 55+, Adults
  • Individuals
  • Outdoor
  • Formal
  • Weekdays, Weekends

Specialty Volunteering:

Bolsa Chica Conservancy is always looking for individuals with specialty skills that can help with our mission. If you have any skill that you think would be helpful for us, let us know. Examples of specialty skills include: advanced or expert birder, CPA, graphic/web design, marketing, fundraising, communications, etc. We’d love to create a special volunteering position just for you!
  • Occasional, Weekly
  • 55+, Adults
  • Individuals
  • Indoor, Outdoor
  • Skilled
  • Weekdays, Evenings, Weekends
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About us

Established in 1990 by a coalition of government, community, business and environmental leaders, the Bolsa Chica Conservancy, a private, not-for-profit organization, provides services that inspire and connect all generations through community involvement and leadership in hands-on restoration and education in wetland science, watersheds, coastal ecology and environmental sustainability.

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