ProgramsWhen we first opened our doors in 1971, ECOSLO's efforts focused on starting the first recycling program in the county. While our programs and projects have changed over the years, our mission to protect and enhance the local environment has stayed the same. Below is an overview of our ongoing programs:
SLO County Parks Adopt-a-Park & Adopt-A-Trail Programs
The adoption programs provide an opportunity for the community to invest in our parks & trail systems directly. It is a cooperative effort between San Luis Obispo County Parks and ECOSLO to recruit and train volunteers to assist in the general care and maintenance of County trails and parks. Volunteers also help raise public awareness of how much work is involved in maintaining parks and trails, as well as the importance of keeping parks and trails in good condition for safety and aesthetic reasons. Learn more.
SLO Stewards
The mission of the SLO Stewards program is to foster and encourage awareness of the natural heritage of the San Luis Obispo region, to share knowledge of the relationship among living organisms, including humans and their environment, and to help support the activities of the City of San Luis Obispo's Natural Resource Protection Program. Information about current ranger-led and docent-led hikes, as well as SLO Stewards trail work days can be found on our Events page. We also invite you to view current and past issues of the SLO Stewards newsletter.
Coastal Cleanup Day
As part of International Coastal Cleanup Day, ECOSLO organizes beach cleanups throughout San Luis Obispo County on the third Saturday of September. In 2011, we are partnering with all the agencies who also work on SLO County Creek Day to ensure coverage of our watersheds. Site captains still needed for a few sites. For more information, call ECOSLO at 544-1777. Thank you!
Environmental Education
Educating our community about the natural environment is the backbone of ECOSLO's mission and all our programs. Got a question you can't find an answer to? Our knowledgeable staff is here to answer your environmental questions or will do our best to refer you to the source that can. More information...
Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary Expansion
ECOSLO joins several other organizations working on education and outreach related to southward expansion of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. More information...
