If you are sciencey like me or just have an interest in learning more about the southern California coastal environment, check in here for information.
Below is a list of links to super informative websites, which is a great place to start!
https://scripps.ucsd.edu/research/topics/california-environment
http://www.sanelijo.org/welcome-san-elijo-lagoon-conservancy
If you’re interested in the floating critters around you while you’re out surfing, check out this great resource put together by scientists at Scripps Institution of Oceanography.
https://scripps.ucsd.edu/zooplanktonguide/
For information on local water quality, check out the county of San Diego’s website. The link below includes a map of our local watersheds with quality ratings. There is also information on what is actually measured to determine “water quality”.