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SUMMARY:Black Birders Week at Chollas Lake Park
DESCRIPTION:WorldBeat Cultural Center and San Diego Bird Alliance invite you to celebrate Black Birders Week\, a nationwide movement that centers Black voices\, joy\, and belonging in outdoor spaces. Created to uplift and support Black birders and nature lovers\, Black Birders Week is a powerful call for visibility\, connection\, and cultural affirmation in nature. \nFor 2025\, Black Birders Week carries the powerful theme “Grounded in Community\,” celebrating Black joy\, liberation\, and collective power in the outdoors. Our event takes place on Day 7—Community Chorus—a day dedicated to lifting our voices together through shared stories\, reflection\, and celebration in nature. \n🐦 Bird Theme – Honoring the Sparrow and the Crow\nBlack Birders Week 2025 honors the Sparrow Family—resilient\, adaptive\, and thriving in connection. Like sparrows\, we find strength in community\, lifting our voices together to transform the outdoors into spaces of belonging and liberation. Often dismissed as “little brown birds\,” sparrows embody qualities of resilience and solidarity that deeply resonate with the Black experience. \nWorldBeat Cultural Center also honors the American Crow\, a bird often misunderstood and marginalized—much like Black communities in urban spaces. Despite negative stereotypes\, crows are highly intelligent\, social\, and resourceful. Their story mirrors our own: thriving against the odds and creating beauty through adaptability and ancestral knowledge. \n♿ Accessibility & Amenities\n\nThe walk follows flat\, paved\, and hard-packed dirt paths suitable for wheelchairs and strollers\nBathrooms and drinking water are available on site\nFree parking is available near the trailhead\nPublic Transit: Accessible via Bus Route 955 and MTS Trolley Orange Line to Euclid Ave\, with a transfer to bus or short rideshare\nBinoculars will be available to borrow for participants\n\nWhether you’re new to birding or simply seeking connection in nature\, this outing offers a space to learn about local birds\, try out the Merlin Bird ID app\, and reflect on the meaning of place\, healing\, and being Black in the outdoors. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nA slow\, mindful nature outing through the lake\nBirdwatching and identification tips\nRestful pauses for reflection and connection\n📱 Guidance on using the Merlin Bird ID app\n\n🦆 All ages + experience levels welcome\n🦜 Free and open to the public \n\n\n \n 
URL:https://www.worldbeatcenter.org/event/black-birders-week-community-chorus-bird-walk/
LOCATION:WorldBeat Center\, 2100 Park Blvd\, San Diego\, 92101\, United States
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SUMMARY:Seeds of Herbalism - An Introduction to the Art and Science of Herbalism
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a transformative journey into the world of herbalism with the “Seeds of Herbalism” course\, designed to provide a comprehensive foundation in the art and science of herbal practices. This six-week program offers an immersive experience for individuals eager to integrate herbs and nature into their daily lives. \nCourse Highlights: \n\nComprehensive Curriculum: Explore the study of over 12 significant herbs\, delve into herbal energetics and actions\, and learn sustainable practices for working with plants. \nPractical Skills: Gain hands-on experience in growing herbs\, ethical wildcrafting\, and crafting herbal recipes and formulas to enhance your herbal proficiency. \nPersonalized Learning: Develop your unique self-study path\, fostering a deep\, personal connection with the plants that resonate with you. \nCommunity Engagement: Join a community of like-minded individuals passionate about herbalism\, facilitating shared learning and meaningful connections.\nSensory Exploration: Participate in numerous tea-tasting sessions\, enriching your sensory appreciation and understanding of various herbs. \n\nCourse Details: \n\nDates: Saturdays – April 26\, May 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, 31\nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM\nLocation: World Beat Center Ethnobotany Peace Garden\, San Diego\, CA\nCost: $259\nRegistration Deadline: April 12th\n\nSpaces are limited and classes often reach capacity. Secure your spot by registering promptly.  \nJoin Cindy in cultivating a profound connection with nature and embark on your personal herbalism journey.
URL:https://www.worldbeatcenter.org/event/42948/2025-05-31/
LOCATION:WorldBeat Center\, 2100 Park Blvd\, San Diego\, 92101\, United States
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