Parks, Recreation and Marine

Volunteer Opportunities

If you want to make a difference in the lives of plants, animals, and people, you are warmly invited to participate in our volunteer opportunities. There’s something for everyone; come once or as often as your schedule allows. Pre-registration is required. Call (562) 570-1745.

1st Saturday Stewards
Help us maintain the beauty of the Nature Center by cleaning the stream, pulling weeds, clearing the trails, or spreading mulch. Children or youth under 18 must bring an adult. Wear sturdy shoes. Rain cancels. 10 A.M. – 12 P.M.

3rd Saturday Stewards
Join our Weekend Wetland Warrior team as we explore and help protect the critical habitat at the Colorado Lagoon. Two hours of time can save wildlife. Wear sturdy shoes. Rain cancels. All ages welcome. Children and youth under 18 must bring an adult. Meet on the sand near the bike racks on Appian Way. Parking fee is waived during the event. 10 A.M. – 12 P.M.

4^th Saturday El Dorado Regional Park Cleanup
Join fellow park-lovers to clean up fishing line and other debris from our beautiful park and lakes.  An hour of your time can really make a difference!  Wear sturdy shoes, bring water and wear a hat and sunscreen.  All ages welcome. Children and youth under 18 must bring an adult. 

Adopt-A-Beach
Get directly involved in protecting our coastline!  Any individual, family, civic or non-profit organization, business, etc. is eligible to join the Adopt–A–Beach program.  We provide everything you need!

Call El Dorado Nature Center at 1(562) 570-1745 to make arrangements or for more information.