S.D. Democrats for Environmental Action Hike at San Elijo Lagoon
Thanks to everyone who joined us on the Solana Beach side of the San Elijo Lagoon
Ecological Reserve to hike Annie's Canyon and experience a coastal slot canyon.
Ecological Reserve to hike Annie's Canyon and experience a coastal slot canyon.
Photos by Tommy Hough, Richard Ram and Stuart Rosenwasser.
Keeping Cool With a Summertime Hike Along the Coast
A big thanks to everyone who joined San Diego County Democrats for Environmental Action on Saturday, Aug. 6, for our hike along the newly-opened Annie's Canyon Trail at the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve, located between I-5 and U.S. Highway 101 in Solana Beach and Cardiff-By-the-Sea.
We met at the N. Rios Ave. Trailhead, located at the north end of N. Rios Ave. in Solana Beach on the south side of the lagoon.
We met at the N. Rios Ave. Trailhead, located at the north end of N. Rios Ave. in Solana Beach on the south side of the lagoon.
Annie's Canyon Trail at San Elijo Lagoon
We were delighted to have lagoon docent Stuart Rosenwasser of the San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy serve as our guide for our trek up the sandstone slot canyon to Annie's "summit," and then our return along the lagoon's edge.
Stuart pointed out the ecosystems and habitats of the reserve, including native plants, animals, insects and birds who call the San Elijo Lagoon home. Stuart also talked about the larger Escondido Creek watershed, and gave a brief history on how the San Elijo Lagoon reserve came to be.
At one point, the lagoon was used as a trash dump by area residents, but after restoration efforts got underway in the 1970s (a 1930s-era truck was found dumped in the lagoon) the public became involved and demanded the area be set aside for conservation – and the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve was created in 1985.
Stuart pointed out the ecosystems and habitats of the reserve, including native plants, animals, insects and birds who call the San Elijo Lagoon home. Stuart also talked about the larger Escondido Creek watershed, and gave a brief history on how the San Elijo Lagoon reserve came to be.
At one point, the lagoon was used as a trash dump by area residents, but after restoration efforts got underway in the 1970s (a 1930s-era truck was found dumped in the lagoon) the public became involved and demanded the area be set aside for conservation – and the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve was created in 1985.
Whether a Long Hike or Short Hike – Be Prepared
Luciky we had some late-season June Gloom weather for the hike, which kept the temperature down.
Even though this is a coastal hike, it's still August in Southern California, and things warm up very quickly once the marine layer burns off. No matter the time or the season, when hiking in Southern California you should always being sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water. A camera and binoculars are also wise choices.
If you have an idea for a future San Diego County Democrats for Environmental Action hike, let club vice president Brian Elliott know your suggestion.
More information on the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve here.
Even though this is a coastal hike, it's still August in Southern California, and things warm up very quickly once the marine layer burns off. No matter the time or the season, when hiking in Southern California you should always being sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water. A camera and binoculars are also wise choices.
If you have an idea for a future San Diego County Democrats for Environmental Action hike, let club vice president Brian Elliott know your suggestion.
More information on the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve here.
