Preserve San Elijo Lagoon and its Watershed

Thirty years ago, the natural beauty of the San Elijo Lagoon was marred by abandoned cars, dumped trash and poorly treated sewage. Highway construction had restricted the mouth of the lagoon, converting the tidal basin into a rancid, bug infested swamp. Plans were being made to drain the lagoon in order to build a housing development.   Thankfully, a group of local residents convinced San Diego County and the Sate of California to acquire the lagoon, and its degradation has halted.   In the years since, the San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy has continued to acquire watershed acreage for preservation, protection and enhancement. In 2001, the Conservancy acquired 33 acres along Escondido Creek. In 2004, the Conservancy purchased another 15 acres just north of the La Baja Bridge.   As North County becomes increasingly congested with people, cars, buildings and roads, the need to preserve our remaining natural open spaces grows ever more important. And, with the help of its dedicated membership and other generous supporters, the Conservancy was been there to protect and enhance the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve.   You, too, can help. By donating to the San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy, you help to preserve this remarkable oasis for generations to come. Donations to the Conservancy enable us to:   Carry out a wetlands management plan for the Reserve, including habitat restoration Prevent degradation of the Lagoon Reserve by keeping the inlet open Expand and protect the borders through land acquisition Increase public access to and understanding of the Reserve Remove invasive plants that threaten native plant and animal species Monitor biological parameters as well as developments in the watershed Collaborate with government agencies to administer and protect the lagoon from pollution and encroachment. San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy is a public-spirited non-profit organization dedicated to preserving, protecting and enhancing the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve and its watershed. Formed in 1987 by concerned citizens, it continues to be governed by a volunteer board of directors. All contributions to SELC are tax-deductible to the full extent provided by law under its 501(c)(3) tax status, ID #33-0358660.   It is the policy of the conservancy not to sell, trade or distribute our membership lists to other organizations or individuals.

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