Surfrider Foundation | Ventura Chapter

We recognize that all things are connected and everything we do impacts our coastline. To this end, for the past decade we have been working on integrated solutions to the problems that face our ocean, waves, and beaches. These include Surfer's Point Managed Retreat, Matilija Dam Ecosystem Restoration Project, Urban Renewal, and Watershed Restoration. Visit our Chapter Campaigns page to learn more about this effort.

Upcoming Events

Next Chapter Meeting

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

6-8 p.m.

Bell Arts Factory

432 N. Ventura Avenue
Ventura, CA 93001

Native Plant Landscaping Symposium

February 20th, 2010

Camarillo Ranch House Barn

201 Camarillo Ranch Road, Camarillo, California 93012

Discussion Topics: Plant choices for the home landscape, watering, wildland interface, designing for wildlife, landscape design for fire resistance, landscape maintenance, integrating natives with non-native plants, landscaping under oak trees, lawn replacements, and permaculture.

General Information: The Camarillo Ranch House barn is newly renovated and super high-tech!

Native plant gardening and sustainable landscaping books authored by Carol Bornstein, Bart O’Brien, and Owen Dell will be on site for sale and autograph. Beverages, snacks, and lunch (catered by Carrie Clough www.manzanitachef.com) will be provided. Spanish translation will be available.

Cost: $45.00 for CNPS Members and $60.00 for General Public

Registration: To register, go to the CNPS Channel Islands Chapter website at: www.cnpsci.org

Return the form and a check payable to CNPS Channel Islands Chapter, P.O. Box 6, Ojai, CA 93024no later than February 15th, 2010.

Contact Person: CNPS Channel Islands Chapter Horticulture Chair,

Patt McDaniel (805/646-9948)

Important Stuff

Surfers' Point Restoration to Start

The City of Ventura gave the go-ahead for the Surfers' Point Managed Shoreline Retreat project. The passage of the state budget allows the previously earmarked grant funding to be released in time to break ground this year. Construction of the first phase of the project should begin in 2010. For more information go to www.surferspoint.org

The bike trail at Surfer's Point now...

Surfer's Point Concept Plan (click image to download 3MB)

Recent Events

Surfrider Presents a Planet Earth Films Production by Rich Reid:

Watershed Revolution

This film will forever change your definition of a watershed

International Surfing Day, June 20th 2009

Ventura Surfrider would like to extend our gratitude to all who helped us with International Surfing Day. We are especially grateful to the City of Ventura, Barefoot Wines, New Belgium Brewing, The Sunshine Brothers, John Cruz, and Zoey's for their generosity. Our efforts raised over $2500 for the Ventura Chapter. We are looking forward to next year's event! more photos... & Thank You's

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Thank you to everyone who came to our

movie event April 21st

... and a really big thanks to Ben & Matt for the donation of two surfboards to Ventura Surfrider

Ryan was stoked to receive this awesome board from VC Chapter Treas., Deby Tygell, who won the SuperFish7 donated by Blue/Green's director, Ben Keller. Ryan recently lost his father and aunt who were both avid surfers. Mahalo nui loa, Ben!!!

Media and Information from the Ventura Chapter

The "Grand Unification" poster presents the efforts of many local non-profit groups to repair and restore the Ventura River watershed. Look for this poster at upcoming events. poster

Solving the Urban Runoff Problem highlights urban runoff issues in the city of Ventura poster

What's up with Sanjon Road? Check out Surfrider solutions: poster

Solving the Urban Runoff Problem Document- (Posted online - Feb 2008)
A Vision for the Urban Watershed - Ventura, California
This document outlines an integrated watershed approach to solving the urban runoff problem in a small coastal drainage within the City of Ventura. The city faces increased regulatory pressure for municipal stormwater, as well as increased water supply concerns as the city grows in the drought-prone southern California climate. The integrated approach described is intended to address these issues as well as provide a vision for implementing the city’s priority on protecting the beaches and natural surroundings as emphasized in the 2005 General Plan. Download the document here >>>

"Tales of the Ventura River" video now online

Visit with the old-timers at Phil's Barber Shop as they reminisce about the "good old days" when the Ventura River ran free.

This video is long, but contains some interesting insight into the history of the watershed, and how water supply and flood control altered the historic runs of steelhead and the natural public trust assets that today, sadly, balance on the brink of extinction.

The video was produced by Robin Chilton several years ago, and has been playing in local cable Channel 6 in Ventura.

http://venturaecosystem.blogspot.com/2007/12/tales-of-ventura-river.html

Learn more about the Ventura Chapters Campaigns or Programs>>>

Stay Informed

Paul Jenkin

Surfrider Foundation

Ventura Chapter

Environmental Director

The best way to keep up with current environmental issues in Ventura is to log on to our environmental director's blog

Also, join the Surfrider Foundation Ventura Chapter

Yahoo! Group

or visit:

Matilija Coalition Website

Spring 2009 Newsletter

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Ventura Surfrider Ocean Friendly Gardens

Stream Team

Stream Team recruits and trains community members to take part in monthly water quality monitoring sessions. The obvious action is to go up-stream, and test the water at every major reach and junction to locate the 'trouble' spots. To get involved, follow this link to the Stream Team website
. . . Learn More

...Ventura Chapter Beachscape Maps

Ventura businesses who support Ventura Surfrider

AvenueWheelShop: Donates 2% to SF Ventura, please mention us when you have your car serviced. Plus that they are greening their business.

720 N. Ventura Ave.

Ventura, CA 93001

805.643.2032

press release

Betty Belts

12 North Fir Street
Ventura, CA 93001
Tel. 805.648.6997