Each winter southern Californians have the privilege of seeing migrating gray whales right off shore! ACS-LA is committed to educating people about these great creatures. Along with the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, ACS-LA trains docents to accompany whale watching trips to educate the public about the whales, dolphins, and other sea creatures that live off our…
As a trained volunteer, you’ll spot and track Pacific gray whales on their annual migration, recording counts and behaviors. Also, identify and record other marine mammals seen. (December – May)
Join us on the beach! Docents provide school children with information about the ocean and conduct related activities on Cabrillo Beach. (April – June)
Build a community around computer-science/information-technology education and a reason to be proud of living in West End.
Help us remove non-native plants, replace them with locally grown native plants, and pick up trash left at the Preserve.
Assist with typing, data entry, preparing monthly calendars, duplicating, etc. under the direction of Nature Center staff.
Hand out flyers and talk about the Nature Center and Preserve.
Assist in the gift shop. (Tuesday – Sunday)
Greet new visitors and answer basic questions. Answer the telephone and provide general assistance to the Nature Center Manager and staff.
Help lead tours for preschoolers through high school students. (Training is held during the summer and fall.)