Join the Wildlife Jewels® EYES™ Collective
Help observe coastal wildlife, document conditions, and contribute community science data along California’s coast.
A Wildlife Jewels® program
About the EYES Collective
The Wildlife Jewels® EYES Collective is a volunteer-powered education and community science program focused on wildlife observation, documentation, and data collection.
Participants learn how to safely observe wildlife and document environmental conditions, contributing valuable data to support awareness of coastal ecosystems.
Important Note
EYES™ does not provide wildlife handling, transport, medical care, or rehabilitation.
Get Involved
Wildlife Observer Volunteer
Train with Wildlife Jewels® to become an EYES™ Wildlife Observer.
Volunteers observe coastal areas, document conditions, and submit data through our reporting system.
Commitment: ~1–2 hrs/week (flexible) • Training provided
Community Reporter
For photographers, swimmers, surfers, divers, and beach walkers—no set hours required. Community Reporters quickly report wildlife sightings or hazards using our simple online form and EYES guide.
Commitment: No fixed schedule • 60-min optional orientation
Focus Areas
La Jolla • Solana Beach • Newport Beach
EYES Crisis (regional rapid-response observations)
Every Report Matters
By joining the EYES Collective, you become part of a growing network of volunteers and community members working to make our coasts safer for wildlife — one observation at a time.
Discover Wildlife Jewels’ EYES Program
Wildlife Jewels EYES
Our Vision
“We dream of a world where wildlife thrives untouched by human activities, roaming freely in their natural habitats. In this world, every person recognizes the magnificent beauty and value of living wildlife, and takes significant action to ensure safety and protection of wildlife.”
— Azi Sharif, Founder & Executive Director Wildlife Jewels®