Lagoons Protection Groups
There are many nonprofit organizations dedicated to saving and improving the North County Lagoons. They welcome new members and volunteers. Here is a partial list:
Bataquitos Lagoon Foundation: Dedicated to protecting and enhancing the lagoon by providing information, reviewing enhancement plans and development proposals in the watershed.
P.O. Box 3103
Carlsbad, Calif. 92009
The Buena Vista Lagoon Foundation: A nonprofit organization whose purpose is the restoration and conservation of this lagoon.
P.O. Box 157
Carlsbad, Calif. 92008
Los Penasquitos Lagoon Foundation: Organization active in enhancing and preserving the lagoon.
P.O. Box 866
Cardiff, Calif. 92007
The San Dieguito River Valley Land Conservancy: Formed to conserve, restore and enhance the river valley.
201 Oceanview
Del Mar, Calif. 92014
The Friends of the San Dieguito River Valley: Dedicated to establishment of open space in the river valley.
P.O. Box 973
Del Mar, Calif. 92014
San Elijo Lagoon Volunteers: County Parks and Recreation Department volunteers who patrol the lagoon for illegal hunting, fishing, dumping and other violations.
Contact Volunteer Coordinator Salley Argules, 694-3044.
San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy: Monitors and assists in maintenance, planning and management of the reserve.
2365 Newcastle Ave.
Cardiff, Calif. 92007
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