All events are free unless otherwise noted:

 

Bugologist & San Diego River Park Foundation - Nature Nights: Bat Walk & Moths
Saturday, October 3rd | 6:00pm to 8:00pm | Peutz Creek at 966 Peutz Valley Road
Join us for a fun evening Halloween adventure with Dan Taylor! Stroll along Peutz Creek as we listen and look for bats and moths and explore the wonders of the nighttime world. We’ll eavesdrop on eerie echolocation calls using bioacoustics and attract moths to our UV light station for up-close observation. Paid ticket registration required - register here.

 

Xerces Society - Allies in Conservation: Making your HOA a Haven for Pollinators
Tuesday, October 6th | 11:00am Pacific Time | Webinar - Registration Required
A growing number of our community members live in neighborhoods with Homeowner’s Associations, covenants, or deed restrictions. With a little creativity and a lot of love for our insect neighbors, these spaces can be transformed into havens for pollinators! In this webinar, Xerces Society staff Aaron Anderson and Jacqueline Buenrostro will discuss the many ways we can support the amazing invertebrates within HOA communities, with tips, tricks, and new resources to share for creating and maintaining habitat that is “HOA-ready”. Required Registration Here.

 

Escondido Creek Conservancy - Conservancy Plant-a-Thon
Wednesday, October 7th | 8:00am to 10:00am | Mountain Meadow Preserve, Escondido
Spend the day getting your hands in the soil, surrounded by the beauty of nature, while helping restore and care for our local landscape. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or have never planted before, this is a chance to learn, connect, and make an impact right here in our community. During the Plant-a-Thon, you’ll help plant native plants, learn about the important role they play in supporting local wildlife and a healthy ecosystem, and discover practical tips and techniques for planting and caring for them. Along the way, take a break from the everyday and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and rhythms of the preserve. Get free tickets here.

 

Earth Discovery Institute - EDI's Annual Native Plant Sale
Saturday, October 10th | 9:00am - 12:00pm | Crestridge Ecological Reserve, El Cajon
Join EDI's Annual Native Plant Sale! They will be offering a wide variety of California native plants, including milkweed and pollinator-friendly species suitable for any San Diego garden, whether you're inland or coastal. Take home a native plant and start making a difference for local pollinators and wildlife right in your own backyard!

 

SD Canyonlands - Stewardship Saturday in Swan Canyon

Saturday, October 24th | 8:00am - 10:30am | Registration required - address given upon registration

Volunteers will care for native plants, remove invasive plants, and remove trash and debris from restoration areas. Promote canyon health while enjoying fresh air and connecting with your community. As stewards of the City Heights Canyons, you can make a lasting impact by coming prepared! We suggest wearing long sleeves, a hat, and bringing a reusable water bottle (we provide the refills)!

 

The San Diego Natural History Museum - The Secret Society of Adultologists
Friday, October 30th | 6:00pm - 11:00pm | The San Diego Natural History Museum
This Halloween weekend, explore the mysterious sciences of life and death. Wicked fun awaits throughout the Museum—delight in pop-up activities, hands-on science, bars on every floor, and a DJ that will make you boo-gie the night away. Spooky bites and spirited drinks will be available for additional purchase. Make sure to catch the booths from partners like the California Native Bee Society and Bugologist! Event is 21+ only. Tickets are required and available for purchase here. 

 

Monthly Meeting: Sam Droege | California Native Bee Society

 

 

 

Last Updated September 27, 2026