(949) 923-2269 info@newportbay.org

Upper Newport Bay

Dec 3, 2013 | news

The Upper Newport Bay (located in Newport Beach Ca.) is a large coastal wetland (an estuary) in Southern California and a major stopover for birds on the Pacific Flyway. Dozens of species, including endangered ones, can be observed here. Upper Newport Bay Nature...

Pollinator Symposium A Huge Success

Jun 28, 2013 | news

A Symposium  titled “Plants and their Pollinators: Interaction for a Healthy Planet” was held  on June 22.  This symposium was organized by Dr. Peter Bryant, board member and leader of the Newport Bay Conservancy research committee.   The sold out symposium featured...

Newport Bay Conservancy Notices

Apr 9, 2013 | news

NBC is very appreciative of the Deutsche Bank restoration volunteers for their determined effort to restore the flora of the Upper Newport Bay.  Go here for more info and pictures.

Gulls Harvesting Clams

Feb 16, 2013 | news

If you are looking for some entertainment you can walk on down to the Big Canyon Parking lot for some bird watching.  By far the most entertaining activity are the clamming gulls.  These guys have figured out how to dig the clams out of the mud.  That’s the easy part,...

Jay Robinson

Jan 30, 2013 | news, Uncategorized

Jay was born on September 10, 1946 to Frank and Frances Robinson, who spearheaded the effort to save the Back Bay in Newport Beach as a natural preserve, despite efforts by developers. Jay initiated their efforts while biking along the bay as a young boy and...

Quiksilver Donates

Nov 28, 2012 | news

The naturalists at NBC are pleased to announce that the Quiksilver Foundation has donated $500 in non-restricted funds.  These funds were raised at the Quiksilver Women’s Fashion Island store opening on October 4th. These funds will be used for the continuation of...