ReWild Mission Bay
The ReWild Coalition continues to advocate for advancing wetland restoration in the northeast corner of Mission Bay, focusing now on funding sources and getting the city to act on De Anza Natural and Fiesta Island wetlands plans. In May of 2024, we got the City to approve a substantial wetland restoration plan with over 80% […]
Karina Ornelas Karina Ornelas is our Conservation Outreach Coordinator and a student at Arizona State University, majoring in Conservation Biology and Ecology. She has been an advocate for ReWild since 2019, leads our annual Latino Conservation Week events, and is a vital part of the conservation team at San Diego Bird Alliance. She has been […]
Cassandra Gonzalez Cassandra is San Diego Bird Alliance’s Volunteer Coordinator, running our Wander the Wetlands and San Diego River Mouth docent programs. When she’s not working, you might catch her hiking, nature journaling, podcasting, or rearing monarchs! Don’t hesitate to get in touch with Cassandra if you are interested in volunteering opportunities. This summer, the San Diego […]
While wetlands captivate us with their visible beauty, it’s their unseen role in supporting marine life that truly makes them invaluable. Many species of fish are reliant on coastal habitats such as marshes during their juvenile stages, and wetlands provide protection for these tiny inhabitants as they grow. Not only is it a sanctuary for […]
The recent approval of the De Anza Natural Plan by the City Council marks a significant milestone in our journey towards a more sustainable and vibrant Mission Bay. This achievement is a testament to the dedication of our community members and the tireless efforts of the ReWild Coalition. The broad media coverage we received underscores […]
ReWild Coalition Brings Improvements and Wetland Expansion to the Bay
A new report from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service reveals that as of 2019, wetlands—95 percent of which are freshwater—occupied less than 6 percent of the contiguous United States, a figure that represents half of their extent since the 1780s. The report further indicates a 50 percent increase in loss rates since 2009, cautioning […]
Join us to improve the city’s plan March 14th As spring arrives, we need a full-court press to ReWild Mission Bay. After years of moving through committees and demanding Wildest wetlands in Mission Bay, we are moving closer to a restored wetland reality. Last month, the Environmental Committee put wetland restoration in Mission Bay into […]
As we move closer to our goal of restoring the wetlands in the northeast corner of Mission Bay, we want to pause and extend our heartfelt gratitude to our existing coalition members while welcoming new additions to our growing family. Our coalition has proudly grown to encompass 90 diverse members, including key conservation organizations, labor […]
US Fish and Wildlife Service, Living Coast Discovery Center, the City of San Diego and San Diego Audubon Society got to spend their morning introducing captive-bred Ridgway’s Rails to the marsh on Tuesday.