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Our mission is to preserve local marine ecosystems by removing underwater refuse while offering educational and community service opportunities to at-risk youth and adults looking for a second chance.
Permaculture in SLO County is a regional initiative to create regenerative and thriving social, environmental and economic systems in San Luis Obispo County, California. SLO Permaculture Guild is dedicated to holding space for community members to share knowledge, build support and co-create the solutions for an abundant future. Uniting our group are the three permaculture ethics: Care for the Earth, Care for People, Return of Surplus/Share the Wealth.
Our purpose at Camp Natoma is to build connected people through nature immersive and creativity-inspiring overnight camp experiences.
Training students to become climate leaders by putting them to work on decarbonization and climate adaptation projects in our community.
Educate our County on the benefits of beavers in our watersheds: wildfire support, drought support, water recharge, carbon sink, biodiversity hot spots, ecological engineers.
The Dunes Center promotes conservation and restoration of the Dunes ecosystem through education, research, and cooperative stewardship. This organization can maximize your visit with docent led walks and is a must see for anyone traveling the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes. There are a variety of educational opportunities in the Center.
A collaborative network that brings together many sectors of the food system to support research, policy, and advocacy projects conducted by our work groups and partner organizations which strengthen the local food system.
Our mission is focused on practicing regenerative and sustainable farming while educating the community on permaculture, agroecology, and intersectional environmentalis.
The Gala Pride and Diversity Center supports and empowers people of all sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions in order to strengthen and unite our Central Coast community.
Our mission is to enhance and preserve our environment, promote a greater appreciation for plants and gardens in the community, civic beautification, environmental responsibility and the exchange of information and ideas.
The Surfrider Foundation is dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world’s ocean, waves, and beaches through a powerful activist network. The SLO County chapter formed in 1993 and actively protects nearly 100 miles of coastline from Point Sal to Ragged Point.
The Friends of El Moro Elfin Forest group preserves some of the most beautiful land in San Luis Obispo County. Founded in 1971, its mission is to preserve small but significant natural areas from urbanization. The biggest project is the preservation of the Elfin Forest in Los Osos, a 90 acre site with over 200 species of plant and over 100 species of wildlife.
The Surfrider Foundation is dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world’s ocean, waves, and beaches through a powerful activist network.
This organization installs rooftop solar PV systems for low-electricity-using homes and nonprofits. Since trained volunteers assist professional Project Leads during installations, systems are installed for about 1/3 lower cost while providing training and experience for those seeking green careers and for those who want to fight climate change one rooftop at a time.
This group provides free, youth-led environmental education programs to 1st and 2nd grade classrooms in public schools throughout SLO County. Their college student-instructors teach children vital concepts in environmental science and sustainability during the earliest stages of educational development.
This organization’s mission is to support the sustainable growth of small food and farm businesses which benefit the local food economy and the health of SLO County.
SLOPOST is a charitable non-profit organization encouraging parks, open space, and trails in SLO County. We work to acquire, develop, and maintain multi-use trails by working with landowners, organizations, government, and the general public. We also work to educate users to maximize their enjoyment and safety on multi-use trails.
The SLO Climate Coalition is a grassroots organization for community members, businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies who want to contribute their expertise, creativity, and passion towards creating a carbon neutral San Luis Obispo and protecting this beautiful place for future generations.
We endeavor to be a botanical garden that displays and preserves the diverse plant life of mediterranean climate zones. We emphasize horticulture, education, research, sustainable and fire-safe practices, water conservation, children’s gardens of exploration, culinary demonstrations, life celebration gardens, health and nutrition, storytelling, and the arts.
The Sierra Club advocates for sound land use policies and protection of our air, water and habitat, and the transition to a clean energy economy. The Sierra Club’s mission is to explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the earth; practice and promote the responsible use of ecosystems; and enlist humanity in the protection and restoration of the natural environment.
We are the ECO Rotary for the 5 Cities area. Our mission, beyond the traditional Rotary values, is to focus on our local community and educate people about recycling and improving our environmental footprint.
Pacific Wildlife Care is San Luis Obispo County’s only licensed rehabilitation center that cares for injured birds, mammals, and reptiles. Pacific Wildlife Care began in 1986 after an oil spill brought oiled pelicans to our beaches. We now have a well-equipped rehabilitation center, a full-time wildlife veterinarian, a small paid staff, and hundreds of volunteers.
Outside Now is dedicated to connecting children of all ages to the natural world. Through deep nature connection experiences, youth gain respect for themselves, others, and the land. Outside Now has weekly programs Coyote Pups (ages 3-7), Nature Explorers (ages 7-12), Nature Academy (ages 12-19), and summer camps for all ages.
One Cool Earth believes that everyone deserves a place to grow. Our EarthGenius program powers healthy, happy, smart youth at SLO County elementary schools by creating awesome school garden programs. We focus on creating real impacts in childhood health, academics, and wellbeing using school gardens.
This non-profit organization has spent decades concerned with the local dangers involving the Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant, and with the dangers of nuclear power, weapons and waste on national and global levels. Additionally, Mothers for Peace works to promote peace and a nuclear-free, carbon-free world.
This Society promotes the appreciation, conservation, and restoration of ecosystems focusing on the biological diversity of birds, other wildlife, and their habitats.
The Morro Bay National Estuary Program is a non-regulatory nonprofit organization that works collaboratively to protect and restore the Morro Bay estuary and watershed for people and wildlife.
Los Padres ForestWatch works to protect the Los Padres National Forest, the Carrizo Plain National Monument, and other public lands along California’s central coast. We combine legal and policy advocacy, scientific collaboration, field work, and education to safeguard these treasured landscapes and the benefits they provide to our local communities.
Since 1984, the Land Conservancy has permanently conserved over 15,200 acres of land. They work with landowners and government agencies to find mutually beneficial solutions to permanently protect lands . The Land Conservancy ensures that SLO County has wild natural areas, productive family farms and ranches, clean fresh water, and stunning landscapes forever.
Greenspace supports the environmental integrity of SLO County’s North Coast by acquiring and preserving local lands, providing community-wide environmental education and advocating for sound public policies that protect our natural resources and ecosystems.
