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Women in the Wild

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Upcoming Events:

This Summer, we are planning mountain biking, kayaking, birding, nature hotography and astronomy events, so stay tuned for those and follow us on Facebook, or the main Parks page on Instagram , to keep up-to-date.

 

July 11 - Kayaking and Crafting

Saturday, July 11
9 - 11 a.m.
Lake Morena County Park
2550 Lake Morena Drive, Campo, CA 91906 
$5 Parking

Join Women in the Wild for an introduction to kayaking at scenic Lake Morena County Park. We'll also be crafting lanyards with carabiners to help you secure your items to your kayak or to use on your next outdoor adventure. 

This is a free event and space is limited. Reservations are required. 

For event questions and to RSVP, call (619) 479-1832 or email SpringValleyCommunityCenter@sdcounty.ca.gov.

Kayaking equipment will be provided. Bring your own snacks and water. Wear breathable clothing, sun protection, and water shoes or good walking/running shoes that can get wet. 

 

August 15 - Birding with Women in the Wild

Saturday, August 15
9 - 11:30 a.m.
San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve and Nature Center 
2710 Manchester Avenue, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA 92007

Join Women in the Wild for a scenic walk around the lagoon and learn about the many bird species that call San Elijo home. Bring binoculars!

Free event. Open to all ages. A limited number of binoculars will be available to rent.

 

 

STAY TUNED FOR MORE EVENTS COMING SOON!

 

What is Women in the Wild?

Women in the Wild is a program that is designed to teach outdoor skills in a fun, nurturing and non-competitive environment. Experiences are educational and interactive – building confidence and a sense of community while fostering new appreciation for our region’s parks, preserves and diverse recreational opportunities.

Our mission is to encourage women to spend more time in nature through education, training and experiences that empower them to make outdoor recreation a way of life.

Our vision is to bring women closer to nature, and to each other, through recreation, collaboration and accomplishment.

Research shows women are interested, and see value, in outdoor experiences, but sometimes barriers stand in their way of spending as much time in nature as they'd like. The County of San Diego Department of Parks and Recreation is reversing that trend.

Women in the Wild experiences are planned for women, by female staff members. With events ranging from backpacking to bouldering and hiking to camping, we're opening new avenues for conversation, connection and collaboration.

Take a risk, tackle a trail, show society what it looks like to play like a girl… Join us as we embark on this adventure together! 

   

Women in the Wild is proudly sponsored by the  San Diego County Parks Society . Your support helps make programs like this possible, connecting our community to the joys of nature and the outdoors. Make a  donation  and  Support San Diego County Parks!

*Research:

  • Outdoor Participation Report, 2018: Outdoor Foundation
  • “Are Experiences for Women Making the Outdoors More Inclusive?”, Jan. 9, 2019: REI
  • “We Hear You, Ladies”, April 11, 2017: Outside Online
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