To promote environmental stewardship and community health, through nature education, wildlife rehabilitation, and outdoor recreation.

Nature Camp exists to educate a community of interested individuals and to inspire a commitment to conserve and sustain the environment and its natural resources as responsible stewards of the Earth. Through a program of place-based, experiential education in natural history and environmental studies which combines rigorous yet non-formal academic study with outdoor recreation, Nature Camp has since 1942 sought to foster a deep and abiding connection with the natural world, to instill a commitment to wise stewardship of the Earth and its natural resources, and to inspire a lifelong love of learning.

The Nature Center at Shaker Lakes conserves a natural area, connects people with nature and inspires environmental stewardship.

We exist to drive a passion for nature, for all, where everyone connects with, experiences and protects nature. Founded in 1987, Nature Collective is a leader in conservation, land preservation, and environmental education in San Diego County. We strive to boost environmental and science literacy through meaningful, equitable, and ongoing student engagements in nature settings, as well as in the schoolyard and classroom. Through our programs, students connect with local natural spaces, experience and develop science skills, and become empowered to protect and care for the environment within and beyond their own communities.

To inspire a lifelong love, curiosity and appreciation for the outdoor world, that leads to advocacy and care for our environment, landscapes and wildlife. We believe that engagement and meaningful connection with the outdoor world contributes to healthy emotional, physical and intellectual growth. Nature Detectives is a weekly engaging hands on and inquiry-based learning program combining literacy, the arts, science and field-based discovery. Kindergarten through third grade students can explore at home, school, or neighborhood . The program is arranged into three 8-week seasonally themed sessions (fall, winter, spring).

To ignite life-long curiosity, understanding, and respect for nature through education.