On Saturday, Feb. 10 the Friends of Blue Sky Canyon invites the community to celebrate 30 years of helping protect and preserve the biological and cultural resources of the Blue Sky Ecological Reserve in Poway.
The anniversary event will feature children’s crafts, a critter presentation, docent-led hikes, nature tables and a silent auction and raffle. It will also honor the founding members for their extraordinary efforts to save the canyon from development, protect it for wildlife, and preserve it for future generations to enjoy. Expected to attend are Al Torretto, a retired Poway High School biology teacher; former Poway Mayor Jan Goldsmith; and Dan Cannon, a retired City of Poway Public Works manager.
Friends of Blue Sky formed in 1994 to support the open space preserve dedicated in 1989. Volunteers have remained steadfast throughout the years in their mission to promote environmental awareness and providing educational and financial resource to support the 700-acre oak-lined canyon that is among the most popular hiking spots in San Diego County.
The Blue Sky celebration is 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., with many of the activities happening at the Blue Sky amphitheater area and along the Torretto Trail.
Download the 30th Anniversary flyer (PDF).