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Waterway Cleanup Helps Treasured San Elijo Lagoon Stay Healthy
County Rangers and Conservancy Habitat Volunteers cleared marine debris after recent rains and extreme tides on Jan. 29.
Big rains and King Tides mean nature needs a helping hand with marine debris.
On Jan. 29 San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy and County of San Diego Parks and Recreation Rangers held a special waterway cleanup at San Eljio Lagoon.
Volunteers and staff removed marine debris by kayaking to hard-to-reach spots in the central basin of San Elijo Lagoon.
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Did you know? Eighty-percent of marine debris comes from inland sources. San Elijo Lagoon is connected to the ocean at Cardiff State Beach. And, storm drains empty into the lagoon from surface streets. Typical pieces of plastic were reclaimed, as were beach toys, a tire, a rusty sign, and more.
While public watercraft activities aren’t allowed in the lagoon, debris removal efforts are arranged as needed. Volunteers are encouraged to join the conservancy to help restore native habitats throughout the reserve. More info: www.sanelijo.org/lagoonplatoon
