I uploaded 51 photos of the Living Coast Discovery Center into the gallery, and I also typed up a short review of the facility on the "Snowleopard's 2017 Road Trip" thread.
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2022 News:
On June 11th, the center announced they have acquired a (0.1) Northern Pacific green sea turtle.
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On June 30th, it was announced that the center was given $15,701 from the AZA and US Fish and Wildlife for the care of endangered species.
More Than $9 Million Awarded for Endangered Species Care During Pandemic | U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
On July 8th, the center announced that they reopened the shorebird aviary exhibit to the public after it was closed for renovations.
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On August 4th, the center announced that their burrowing owls had a successful breeding season in 2022, with the chicks being released in the wild at a later point.
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On September 4th, it was reported that the center received $32,300 from the San Diego Foundation in order to expand its "Trail to Bay Challenge" program.
South County nonprofits get $80K to offer equitable access to outdoor spaces
On June 11th, the center announced they have acquired a (0.1) Northern Pacific green sea turtle.
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On June 30th, it was announced that the center was given $15,701 from the AZA and US Fish and Wildlife for the care of endangered species.
More Than $9 Million Awarded for Endangered Species Care During Pandemic | U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
On July 8th, the center announced that they reopened the shorebird aviary exhibit to the public after it was closed for renovations.
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On August 4th, the center announced that their burrowing owls had a successful breeding season in 2022, with the chicks being released in the wild at a later point.
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On September 4th, it was reported that the center received $32,300 from the San Diego Foundation in order to expand its "Trail to Bay Challenge" program.
South County nonprofits get $80K to offer equitable access to outdoor spaces
On August 29th, 2023, it was reported that the center raised and released 7 light-footed Ridgeway rails into the wild.
Endangered species of birds released in Mission Bay | cbs8.com
On June 5th, 2024, the center announced they released 2+ light-footed Ridgeway rails into the wild.
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Endangered species of birds released in Mission Bay | cbs8.com
On June 5th, 2024, the center announced they released 2+ light-footed Ridgeway rails into the wild.
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On June 27th, 2024, the center announced they acquired a (1.0) common raccoon named Ronnie from the San Diego Humane Society's Project Wildlife in California which is now behind the scenes.
Say hello to Ronnie the raccoon! Our non-releasable friend came to us from @sdhumanesociety’s Project Wildlife! Ronnie currently lives behind the scenes at the Living Coast and is loving his new home here… anything for our trash panda! Say hello to Ronnie in the comments! | Living Coast Discovery Center | mad.hvd · Original audio
Update from my visit yesterday: the center's walk-through aviary (for waterfowl and shorebirds) is currently closed for maintenance. I was told by a docent that it's planned for completion by sometime in June.
What did you think of this place? Is it worth visiting in your opinion? I've thought about going there several times, but was never sure if it was worth the effort.
I know this wasn't directed at me, but I'll say it's definitely worth seeing if you're in the area. Scenic location, well kept facilities, and a nice collection of local birds and aquatics. It shouldn't take more than hour of your time. The shorebird aviary is probably the best part though so I'd wait until that reopens.
I would echo most of this, it's worth at least one visit if you have time. It's a sort of hybrid local aquarium/raptor center, with a behind-the-scenes focus on breeding and releasing rails into the surrounding wildlife refuge. I'd peg it at a 1 to 1.5 hour visit, depending on frequency of the shuttles (you have to park in a lot outside the refuge and take a 5-minute shuttle ride to the facility). It's an easy drive from downtown too, right off the 5 freeway. They also have walking trails out to the beach, which is a good spot for seeing wild terns and some shorebirds.
This is good to know! I have been wanting to plan a return visit sometime soon, but I had not heard if this was reopened yet (it has been closed for over a year at this point). I will now be sure to wait until I return from being out of the country in June to make my visit.