BIRDS OF A FEATHER: 25th ANNIVERSARY GALA

Birds of a Feather Gala launched the 25^th Anniversary

This past September, 225 supporters and donors of San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy attended Birds of a Feather Gala. Thank you, to each and every guest, that enjoyed the evening in support of Environmental Education in San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve. The special event also launched the Conservancy's 25th Anniversary, with public events and programs throughout 2012. See 25 Years of Watershed Moments for information about ways you can be a part of this milestone celebration.

Did you know that San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy:

• Helps to protect an ecological reserve of nearly 1,000 acres with over seven miles of trails
• Offers docent-led tours each year to more than 3,000 students and members of the community
• Supports an active membership of 2,200 families

The successes of our galas are owed in large part to the generous sponsorships of businesses and individual supporters. We are grateful to the sponsors and underwriters (next column) who continue to support the Conservancy's Environmental Education promise:  to engage and educate the community about the value of the reserve to promote ecological literacy and environmental stewardship now, and into the future.