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Lagoona Kahuna Clean Up Challenge

Lagoona Kahuna Clean Up Challenge

Get ready for an outdoor adventure that’s fun for the whole family! The Lagoona Kahuna Clean Up Challenge is not your average clean-up—it’s an action-packed competition where families, duos, and individuals come together to help protect the Agua Hedionda Lagoon while having a blast. Grab a kayak, paddleboard, or explore on foot as you race to remove trash and invasive species, all while earning points to compete for the coveted Kahuna Title and a custom paddle!

But the fun doesn’t stop there! Participants will enjoy awesome perks like free ice cream from Handel’s, exclusive event t-shirts, and a delicious lunch—because heroes deserve a treat! Plus, expect surprises, friendly team challenges, and an unforgettable day making a difference in your community.

Last year, our amazing volunteers removed over 4,000 pounds of debris, proving that when we work together, we can create a cleaner, healthier lagoon. Whether you’re looking for a unique way to spend time with your family or want to teach your kids about environmental stewardship, the Lagoona Kahuna Clean Up Challenge is the perfect way to get outside, have fun, and give back.

Sign up now and let’s make waves for a cleaner future! 🌊🐠♻️

Lagoona Kahuna Clean Up Challenge

Welcome to the Lagoona Kahuna Clean Up Challenge (LKCC), a thrilling adventure tailor-made for families and companies to bond, have a blast, and make a positive impact on our environment! Join us as we embark on an unforgettable journey filled with teamwork, laughter, and environmental stewardship along the stunning shores of Agua Hedionda Lagoon.

What’s Included:

  • Exciting land and water games to get everyone in the family moving and grooving!
  • Delicious lunch and drinks, including ice-cold beer for the adults to enjoy responsibly.
  • Dessert
  • Dive into action with trash pickup adventures on the lagoon, whether you’re gliding through the waters on a kayak or paddleboard or exploring on foot.
  • Commemorative AHLF swag

Adult Lecture Series ~ Native Birds of San Diego

We invite you to join us on the first Wednesday of each month from 5:30pm-7:00pm to grab a glass or wine/beer and listen to expert speakers from all over San Diego talk about different aspects of nature and wildlife in California!

No need to RSVP.

Members of any level: Free

Non-members: $10 per person and includes beer/wine and speaker presentation

Just before The Great Backyard Bird Count, join us on February 7th from 5:30pm-7:00pm to learn all about Carlsbad Native Birds led by local birder Rick Grove. Rick has a bachelor’s degree in biology and economics, as well as a master’s degree in education, and has been an avid bird watcher since 1983. Additionally, he is a member of the San Diego Field Ornithologists. In 2015, he observed an outstanding 300 species of birds in San Diego alone!

Fall Social

I Love A Clean San Diego’s Fall Social returns on Thursday, October 12! Join us at the Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa as the sun sets behind Mission Bay for a celebration of environmental action in our community. Enjoy live music, delicious food and drink, awards recognizing ILACSD’s community members and partners, the opportunity to bid on auction items, and more!

Proceeds from the event support ILACSD’s environmental education, community, and recycling programs that benefit all of San Diego County.

Early bird tickets: $75
Tickets: $100

Hunt For Art

There are many hidden art treasures in Escondido to be found, and we will discover them All. The treasure hunt/scavenger hunt gives you clues to finding them. But just to be fair, we will all leave at the same time. You will be given your first clue Saturday evening at 4:00 PM online. Then the next one is at the next location.

Upon finding and arriving, you will find the next clue, and so on. Each week we will discover hidden treasures about Escondido art and the artist that make it. Each hunt will take somewhere between 1 to 5 hours depending on you and your team.

You may choose to find the clue, and then quickly move on to the next clue, or you may want to simply stay awhile and enjoy the art at that clue’s location and then move on to the next one. You may opt to stay and enjoy the venue (Your 1st drink is on me and the theater tickets are paid for as well.) Teamwork is encouraged although not mandatory. The object is to have fun discovering Escondido’s hidden art treasures.

You will receive the link to the first clue online, and after your spot is reserved. All the other clues will be found in one of the hidden treasures in Escondido. You can take part in as many hunts as you like. They all start Saturday evening at 4:00 PM online, where you will be given your first clue for the night.

A donation will be made in your name after you pay for your entry to the Southern Sudanese Community Center of San Diego. Thank you for your participation. Good luck and have fun!

Your ticket gives you admission to hidden art treasures, admission to a few of the locations like the theater, and a glass of wine (if you are 21 years old.)  You will receive your 1st clue at the start of the event on Saturday night at 4:00 PM.