Wildlife Jewels Community Plants Native Pollinator Habitat at Newport Beach Civic Center Park for World Wildlife Day
As part of Wildlife Jewels' Annual World Wildlife Day Community Celebration, volunteers came together to plant 120 native pollinator plants at Newport Beach Civic Center Park, helping beautify the park while creating habitat for butterflies, hummingbirds, and other essential wildlife.
Group of volunteers ready to plant at the Newport Beach Civic Center Park during Wildlife Jewels’ Plant for Hummingbirds World Wildlife Day event. Saturday Feb 28, 2026
Plant for Hummingbirds — World Wildlife Day Celebration
Wildlife Jewels Community Plants 120 Native Pollinator Plants in Newport Beach for World Wildlife Day: Volunteers Help Beautify Civic Center Park While Creating Habitat for Wildlife
As part of Wildlife Jewels’ 2nd Annual World Wildlife Day Community Celebration, volunteers came together to plant 120 native pollinator plants at Newport Beach Civic Center Park, helping beautify the park while creating habitat for butterflies, hummingbirds, and other essential wildlife.
The planting activity was part of Wildlife Jewels “Plant for Wildlife”, an initiative that connects communities with wildlife through planting, education, and creative engagement.
Participants of all ages eagerly joined the hands-on conservation activity, many excitedly asking throughout the program when the planting would begin. When the time came, volunteers and families worked together to place native plants throughout the designated planting areas, adding beauty and color to the park while helping create a living habitat designed to support local pollinators.
Beautifying the Park and Supporting Wildlife
The planting activity offered a meaningful opportunity for the community to contribute to the beauty of Newport Beach Civic Center Park while also supporting local biodiversity.
Native pollinator plants not only enhance public spaces with natural beauty, texture, and seasonal color, but also provide important food and shelter for butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and other beneficial wildlife. By planting these species, volunteers helped create an inviting and vibrant landscape that will continue to grow and flourish over time.
Through this effort, the community helped strengthen the park as both a welcoming public space for people and a more supportive habitat for wildlife.
A Hands-On Conservation Experience
The planting activity brought together volunteers, families, students, and community members who wanted to take direct action to help wildlife and care for a shared community space.
Many attendees shared that the planting portion of the program was one of the highlights of the celebration, offering a wonderful way to contribute directly to both conservation and community beautification.
Wildlife Jewels Plant for Wildlife
The planting activity was part of “Wildlife Jewels Plant for Wildlife”, an initiative that blends conservation, education, and creative engagement to inspire communities to help protect wildlife.
Through community planting activities and educational programs, Plant for Wildlife helps people discover how habitat restoration supports species such as hummingbirds, butterflies, and other pollinators that are essential to healthy ecosystems.
The program reflects Wildlife Jewels’ broader mission of connecting people to wildlife through art, science, and community-driven conservation action, while encouraging stewardship of the natural spaces shared by both people and wildlife.
Community Collaboration
The native plants used during the planting activity were generously provided through support from the City of Newport Beach, with an additional 20 native plants donated by Roger’s Gardens, helping make this community beautification and habitat creation effort possible.
Volunteers from the community played an essential role in bringing the planting activity to life, helping coordinate the effort and guide participants throughout the process.
The planting also complemented educational outreach during the celebration, including pollinator education and a milkweed seed demonstration and giveaway led by representatives from the Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley District 5 Office and the Monarch Butterfly Waystation Committee.
Together, these efforts helped empower the community with practical knowledge and tools to support pollinators both in public spaces and at home.
Help Grow a More Beautiful Future for Wildlife
The newly planted native plants will continue to grow and beautify Civic Center Park while providing habitat for pollinators visiting the area in the seasons ahead.
For Wildlife Jewels, the planting represents more than adding plants to the landscape—it reflects a growing movement of communities working together to care for public spaces, protect biodiversity, and create a healthier future for wildlife.
By combining education, art, and hands-on conservation activities, Wildlife Jewels aims to inspire people to see wildlife as precious living jewels of our planet and to take meaningful steps to protect them.
Discover our Plant for Hummingbirds initiative HERE
Photos from our Plant for Hummingbirds Event at the Civic Center Park, February 28 2026
Past Planting Activities
Wildlife Jewels’ “Pink Opal the Hummingbird Gem” Fine Art educational display at Sunset Ridge Park.
This adorable hummingbird was rescued and cared for by the Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center. We’re creating an art collection in her honor to help educate our community about protecting hummingbirds and their nests. Her collection will debut soon as part of the Wildlife Jewels Collections.
Image credit: by Azi S./ © Wildlife Jewels /A memorable moment: a monarch butterfly landed on a freshly planted flower—a real-time reminder of community conservation at work.
Wonderful native plants for Hummingbirds & Butterflies at Sunset Ridge Park. Provided by the City of Newport Beach ( 120 native plants)
Wildlife Jewels’ Hummingbird Day Featured in Stu News Newport
We’re thrilled to be featured! The wonderful article highlights our community planting at Sunset Ridge Park!
Read the article: LINK
Images: Wildlife Jewels from Stu News Newport.
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Plant for Hummingbirds returns! 🌿 We’re excited to bring back one of our favorite hands-on programs at Wildlife Jewels’ World Wildlife Day!
Group of volunteers ready to plant at the Newport Beach Civic Center Park during Wildlife Jewels’ Plant for Hummingbirds World Wildlife Day event. Saturday March 1, 2025
Wildlife Jewels: Plant for Hummingbirds — World Wildlife Day Celebration
🌿Plant for Hummingbirds returns!
We’re excited to bring back one of our favorite hands-on programs at Wildlife Jewels’ World Wildlife Day!
Join us on Friday, Feb 28 at the Newport Beach Civic Center Park as we come together to plant native, pollinator-friendly plants that support hummingbirds, butterflies, and local wildlife—right here in our community.
✨ An inspiring way to give back to nature
🌱 Hands-on, all ages welcome
💚 Small actions, lasting impact
📅 Feb 28 | 📍 Newport Beach Civic Center Park
Space is limited and planting supplies are reserved for registered participants.
🔗 Registration is open: Reserve Your Spot HERE
Discover our Plant for Hummingbirds initiative HERE
Wildlife Jewels’ “Pink Opal the Hummingbird Gem” Fine Art educational display at Sunset Ridge Park.
This adorable hummingbird was rescued and cared for by the Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center. We’re creating an art collection in her honor to help educate our community about protecting hummingbirds and their nests. Her collection will debut soon as part of the Wildlife Jewels Collections.
Image credit: by Azi S./ © Wildlife Jewels /A memorable moment: a monarch butterfly landed on a freshly planted flower—a real-time reminder of community conservation at work.
Wonderful native plants for Hummingbirds & Butterflies at Sunset Ridge Park. Provided by the City of Newport Beach ( 120 native plants)
Cupcakes donated in-kind by Sprinkles for Hummingbird Day at Sunset Ridge Park.
Native plants donated in-kind by Roger’s Gardens for Hummingbird Day at Sunset Ridge Park..
Photos from our Plant for Hummingbirds & Butterflies Event at Sunset Ridge Park, September 6, 2025
Inspiring Day! We planted flowers for hummingbirds & butterflies, learned about the native plants they love, explored fascinating facts about hummingbirds & butterflies, innovations inspired by them, the major threats they face, and how to protect them. We also had the chance to witness a precious monarch butterfly feeding on a freshly planted flower, and admired hummingbird & butterfly-inspired fine art, while enjoying delicious cupcakes!
Lovely Plants by City of Newport Beach and Roger’s Gardens
Cupcakes by Sprinkles Cupcakes
Fine Art by Wildlife Jewels Arts “Peridot the Hummingbird Gem and Pink Opal the Baby Hummingbird” Canvas mixed media showcased + Wildlife Jewels Collections “Peridot the Hummingbird” ceramic ornament & Mandarin Garnet the Monarch Butterfly Art
Discover Wildlife Jewels’ Pollinator Jewels Educational Resource!
Discover the incredible pollinators of Southern California! We’re excited to share the beauty and fascinating behaviors of our local pollinators, highlight the importance of native plants, and inspire action to protect them.
Join us in exploring, learning, and taking action to protect our precious Pollinators!
Learn about the magic of pollinators!
Wildlife Jewels’ Hummingbird Day Featured in Stu News Newport
We’re thrilled to be featured! The wonderful article highlights our community planting at Sunset Ridge Park!
Read the article: LINK
Images: Wildlife Jewels from Stu News Newport.
Plant for Hummingbirds in the News
Wildlife Jewels’ Plant for Hummingbirds featured int he Daily Pilot
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📷 📹 © Wildlife Jewels Plant for Hummingbirds & Butterflies at Castaways Park
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Wildlife Jewels: Plant for Hummingbirds — Volunteers Plant Native Habitat at Sunset Ridge Park
Wildlife Jewels hosted its Plant for Hummingbirds celebration in honor of National Hummingbird Day. Together with families and neighbors, volunteers installed 132 native pollinator plants, improving habitat for hummingbirds, monarch butterflies, and other pollinators.
Group of volunteers ready to plant at Sunset Ridge Park during Wildlife Jewels’ Plant for Hummingbirds event. Saturday September 6, 2025
Wildlife Jewels: Plant for Hummingbirds — Volunteers Plant Native Habitat at Sunset Ridge Park
September 6 · Sunset Ridge Park, Newport Beach
Wildlife Jewels—a Newport Beach–based 501(c)(3)—hosted its Plant for Hummingbirds celebration in honor of National Hummingbird Day. Together with families and neighbors, volunteers installed 132 native pollinator plants, improving habitat for hummingbirds, monarch butterflies, and other pollinators.
Event Overview
On Saturday, September 6, Wildlife Jewels—a Newport Beach–based 501(c)(3) nonprofit—hosted its National Hummingbird Day “Plant for Hummingbirds” event at Sunset Ridge Park. Volunteers installed 132 native pollinator plants, improving habitat for hummingbirds, monarch butterflies, and other pollinators. The program showcased educational works of art and posters from Wildlife Jewels’ Arts of Wildlife Collection spotlighting stories of locally rescued pollinators and sharing information about hummingbirds, monarchs, native plants, and simple, science-informed actions residents can take. Remarks were provided by Executive Director Azi Sharif (Wildlife Jewels) and guest speaker Newt Likier (Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center). Greg Haynes, Public Works Supervisor (City of Newport Beach), introduced the Butterfly Garden, plant palette, and planting directions. With plant support from the City of Newport Beach (120 plants) and in-kind contributions from Roger’s Gardens and Sprinkles, the community came together to beautify the park and support hummingbirds, monarchs, and other pollinators.
Event Highlights
Works from the Wildlife Jewels Arts of Wildlife Collection spotlighted rescue stories of local hummingbirds and a monarch butterfly.
Educational posters featured pollinator-inspired innovations and simple, science-informed actions residents can use at home.
Founder & Executive Director Azi Sharif shared practical ways the community can support hummingbirds.
Guest speaker Newt Likier (Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center) offered guidance on wildlife-safe yards and responsible feeder care.
Greg Haynes, Public Works Supervisor (City of Newport Beach), introduced the Sunset Ridge Park Butterfly Garden, the day’s plant palette, and planting directions.
A memorable moment: a monarch butterfly landed on a freshly planted flower—a real-time reminder of community conservation at work.
Acknowledgments
This event was made possible with support from the City of Newport Beach (including 120 native plants) and in-kind contributions from Roger’s Gardens and Sprinkles. Huge thanks to every volunteer who helped make the park more vibrant and pollinator-friendly.
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Discover our Plant for Hummingbirds initiative HERE
Wildlife Jewels’ “Pink Opal the Hummingbird Gem” Fine Art educational display at Sunset Ridge Park.
This adorable hummingbird was rescued and cared for by the Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center. We’re creating an art collection in her honor to help educate our community about protecting hummingbirds and their nests. Her collection will debut soon as part of the Wildlife Jewels Collections.
Image credit: by Azi S./ © Wildlife Jewels /A memorable moment: a monarch butterfly landed on a freshly planted flower—a real-time reminder of community conservation at work.
Wonderful native plants for Hummingbirds & Butterflies at Sunset Ridge Park. Provided by the City of Newport Beach ( 120 native plants)
Cupcakes donated in-kind by Sprinkles for Hummingbird Day at Sunset Ridge Park.
Native plants donated in-kind by Roger’s Gardens for Hummingbird Day at Sunset Ridge Park..
Photos from our Plant for Hummingbirds & Butterflies Event at Sunset Ridge Park, September 6, 2025
Inspiring Day! We planted flowers for hummingbirds & butterflies, learned about the native plants they love, explored fascinating facts about hummingbirds & butterflies, innovations inspired by them, the major threats they face, and how to protect them. We also had the chance to witness a precious monarch butterfly feeding on a freshly planted flower, and admired hummingbird & butterfly-inspired fine art, while enjoying delicious cupcakes!
Lovely Plants by City of Newport Beach and Roger’s Gardens
Cupcakes by Sprinkles Cupcakes
Fine Art by Wildlife Jewels Arts “Peridot the Hummingbird Gem and Pink Opal the Baby Hummingbird” Canvas mixed media showcased + Wildlife Jewels Collections “Peridot the Hummingbird” ceramic ornament & Mandarin Garnet the Monarch Butterfly Art
Discover Wildlife Jewels’ Pollinator Jewels Educational Resource!
Discover the incredible pollinators of Southern California! We’re excited to share the beauty and fascinating behaviors of our local pollinators, highlight the importance of native plants, and inspire action to protect them.
Join us in exploring, learning, and taking action to protect our precious Pollinators!
Learn about the magic of pollinators!
Wildlife Jewels’ Hummingbird Day Featured in Stu News Newport
We’re thrilled to be featured! The wonderful article highlights our community planting at Sunset Ridge Park!
Read the article: LINK
Images: Wildlife Jewels from Stu News Newport.
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Wildlife Jewels’ Plant for Hummingbirds featured int he Daily Pilot
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Wildlife Jewels 2nd Annual National Hummingbird Day Plant for Hummingbirds Celebration Newport Beach!
Celebrate the enchanting beauty of hummingbirds with Wildlife Jewels in the beautiful coastal town of Newport Beach! We invite you to be part of our 2nd Annual National Hummingbird Day Plant for Hummingbirds™ Celebration, where nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts will come together to plant native flowers and learn about local hummingbird species.
Join Wildlife Jewels for our 2nd Annual National Hummingbird Day Plant for Hummingbirds Celebration!
Hosted by Wildlife Jewels® | Newport Beach, CA
Celebrate the enchanting beauty of hummingbirds with Wildlife Jewels in the beautiful coastal town of Newport Beach!
We invite you to be part of our 2nd Annual National Hummingbird Day Plant for Hummingbirds™ Celebration, where nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts will come together to plant native flowers and learn about local hummingbird species.
Be inspired by beautiful art featuring a magical baby hummingbird, lovingly created to capture the wonder of this enchanting local rescue story.
Plant native flowers that nurture and support our precious hummingbird.Discover fascinating facts about local hummingbird species and simple everyday actions you can take to help protect them.
Reserve your Spot HERE
Discover Wildlife Jewels’ Plant for Hummingbirds Program HERE
© Wildlife Jewels / Azi S. Malaya the Allen's Hummingbird Roger's Gardens Newport Beach
Meet Malaya Garnet — a precious Allen’s hummingbird we recently had the delight of observing! This Saturday, Wildlife Jewels is celebrating Malaya and all the magical hummingbirds from around the world in honor of National Hummingbird Day.
We’ll be planting native flowers that support hummingbirds, sharing their stories, and educating the community about these precious jewels—all at the beautiful Sunset Ridge Park in Newport Beach.
Wildlife Jewels “Peridot the Hummingbird Gem” Fine Art +
A lovely Hummingbird nest with two eggs
Two precious rescued Hummingbirds by Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center of Orange County Wildlife Rehabilitation at Wildlife Jewels Plant for Butterflies and Hummingbirds at Castaways Park, December 8th 2024
Hibiscus Paraplu Pink at Wildlife Jewels Plant for Hummingbirds & Butterflies at Castaways Park
Photos from our Plant for Hummingbirds & Butterflies Event at Castaways Park, 8 December 2024
Inspiring Day! We planted flowers for hummingbirds & butterflies, learned about the native plants they love, explored fascinating facts about hummingbirds & butterflies, innovations inspired by them, the major threats they face, and how to protect them. We also had the chance to witness two precious rescued hummingbird in care, admired hummingbird & butterfly-inspired fine art, and enjoyed delicious cupcakes!
Lovely Plants by Roger’s Gardens & City of Newport Beach
Cupcakes by Sprinkles Cupcakes
Fine Art by Wildlife Jewels Arts “Peridot the Hummingbird” Canvas mixed media showcased + Wildlife Jewels Collections “Peridot the Hummingbird” ceramic ornament & Mandarin Garnet the Monarch Butterfly Art
Wildlife Jewels Plant for Hummingbirds at the Newport Beach Civic Center | Sprinkles Cupcakes, Roger's Gardens Plants, Wildlife Jewels Collections Peridot the Hummingbird Fine Art & Ornament
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📷 📹 © Wildlife Jewels Plant for Hummingbirds & Butterflies at Castaways Park
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Get Ready to Plant for Hummingbirds: Our Next Event is Almost Here!
We’re gearing up to host another Plant for Hummingbirds™ event in Newport Beach! 🌿🌺
Coming Soon: Help Us Plant & Protect Habitat for Hummingbirds
🌿 Get Ready to Plant for Hummingbirds: Our Next Event is Almost Here! 🌺
We’re gearing up to host another exciting Plant for Hummingbirds™ event in Newport Beach! Join us to plant beautiful native blooms, restore precious hummingbird habitat, and learn about these magical little birds — all while creating a lasting impact!
Space is limited, stay tuned — we’ll be announcing the date soon!
Discover Wildlife Jewels’ Plant for Hummingbirds Program HERE
Wildlife Jewels “Peridot the Hummingbird Gem” Fine Art +
A lovely Hummingbird nest with two eggs
Two precious rescued Hummingbirds by Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center of Orange County Wildlife Rehabilitation at Wildlife Jewels Plant for Butterflies and Hummingbirds at Castaways Park, December 8th 2024
Hibiscus Paraplu Pink at Wildlife Jewels Plant for Hummingbirds & Butterflies at Castaways Park
Photos from our Plant for Hummingbirds & Butterflies Event at Castaways Park, 8 December 2024
Inspiring Day! We planted flowers for hummingbirds & butterflies, learned about the native plants they love, explored fascinating facts about hummingbirds & butterflies, innovations inspired by them, the major threats they face, and how to protect them. We also had the chance to witness two precious rescued hummingbird in care, admired hummingbird & butterfly-inspired fine art, and enjoyed delicious cupcakes!
Lovely Plants by Roger’s Gardens & City of Newport Beach
Cupcakes by Sprinkles Cupcakes
Fine Art by Wildlife Jewels Arts “Peridot the Hummingbird” Canvas mixed media showcased + Wildlife Jewels Collections “Peridot the Hummingbird” ceramic ornament & Mandarin Garnet the Monarch Butterfly Art
Wildlife Jewels Plant for Hummingbirds at the Newport Beach Civic Center | Sprinkles Cupcakes, Roger's Gardens Plants, Wildlife Jewels Collections Peridot the Hummingbird Fine Art & Ornament
Meet Wildlife Jewels Peridot the Hummingbird: Discover her story and her fine arts collection.
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Wildlife Jewels Arts: Painting & Planting for Pollinators with Pacific Ridge School
We recently had the joy of hosting a series of art and conservation workshops for the dedicated 7th-grade Service Learning students from Pacific Ridge School in Carlsbad!
Wildlife Jewels PETAL Conservation w/ Pacific Ridge School: February 5th Monarch Butterfly Day, planting activity at Carlsbad Poinsettia Park. The students planted native plants that will help support and attract local pollinators. On February 13th, we held a painting activity where students painted beautiful hummingbirds, butterflies, and native plants, highlighting the importance of protecting pollinators. Planting activity photographs by Ashley Hurwitz.
We recently had the joy of hosting a series of art and conservation workshops for the dedicated 7th-grade Service Learning students from Pacific Ridge School in Carlsbad!
As part of our Pollinator Arts Program, students learned about San Diego’s beautiful hummingbirds and butterflies, then got creative—painting clay pots inspired by their favorite pollinators, decorating them with flair, and planting native plants to help feed and protect these vital species.
A perfect blend of art + action for pollinator conservation! Their passion, creativity, and care for wildlife truly inspired us.
Wildlife Jewels Arts: Painting & Planting for Pollinators with Pacific Ridge School
Wildlife Jewels Plant for Hummingbirds & Butterflies Monarch Butterfly Day w/ Pacific Ridge School!
On February 5th, we had the pleasure of leading a wonderful planting activity at Carlsbad’s Poinsettia Park with the dedicated 7th-grade Service Learning students from Pacific Ridge School. Together, we planted native flowers to help support local pollinators—including hummingbirds, butterflies, bees, and more—while learning about their essential roles in our ecosystem.
Learn More!
Wildlife Jewels’ Plant for Pollinators Conservation Arts Workshop with Pacific Ridge School! 🌿🎨🦋
On January 17th, we had the joy of leading a creative and educational art workshop where students explored and illustrated precious pollinators—like hummingbirds and butterflies—and the native plants that help support them.
Such a beautiful way to inspire conservation through the arts!
Learn More!
Wildlife Jewels’ Plant for Hummingbirds & Butterflies with Pacific Ridge School at Poinsettia Park, Carlsbad!
On January 9th, we had the pleasure of hosting an inspiring planting activity at Carlsbad’s Poinsettia Park, where dedicated students from Pacific Ridge School planted native plants to help support local pollinators, including hummingbirds and butterflies.
A wonderful hands-on experience that nurtures both nature and future conservation leaders!
Learn More!
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Wildlife Jewels Plant for Pollinators: Painting & Planting with Pacific Ridge School
We recently had the pleasure of hosting Painting & Planting activities alongside the dedicated 7th-grade Service Learning students from Pacific Ridge School in Carlsbad!
Wildlife Jewels PETAL Conservation w/ Pacific Ridge School: February 5th Monarch Butterfly Day, planting activity at Carlsbad Poinsettia Park. The students planted native plants that will help support and attract local pollinators. On February 13th, we held a painting activity where students painted beautiful hummingbirds, butterflies, and native plants, highlighting the importance of protecting pollinators. Planting activity photographs by Ashley Hurwitz.
We recently had the pleasure of hosting Painting & Planting activities alongside the dedicated 7th-grade Service Learning students from Pacific Ridge School in Carlsbad!
As part of Wildlife Jewels’ Pollinator Engagement Through Arts, Leadership, and Conservation (PETAL™ Conservation) program!
The program featured exciting art workshops, where students learned about San Diego's native Hummingbirds & Butterflies and their critical role in our ecosystem. They created stunning artwork inspired by these precious pollinators, exploring both the beauty and the challenges they face.
This was complemented by planting activities at Carlsbad Poinsettia Park, where the students put their learning into action by planting native plants to help support and attract local pollinators.
It was incredibly inspiring to see how the students' creativity and passion for conservation came together to support pollinators! We’re so proud of the invaluable work the students did, which will benefit both pollinators and our ecosystem, creating lasting benefits for both people and the environment!
On February 5th, we held a planting activity at Carlsbad Poinsettia Park in honor of Monarch Butterfly Day. The students planted native plants that support local pollinators. On February 13th, we held a painting activity where students painted beautiful hummingbirds, butterflies, and native plants, highlighting the importance of protecting pollinators.
Wildlife Jewels Plant for Hummingbirds & Butterflies Monarch Butterfly Day w/ Pacific Ridge School!
On February 5th, we had the pleasure of leading a wonderful planting activity at Carlsbad’s Poinsettia Park with the dedicated 7th-grade Service Learning students from Pacific Ridge School. Together, we planted native flowers to help support local pollinators—including hummingbirds, butterflies, bees, and more—while learning about their essential roles in our ecosystem.
Learn More!
Wildlife Jewels’ Plant for Pollinators Conservation Arts Workshop with Pacific Ridge School! 🌿🎨🦋
On January 17th, we had the joy of leading a creative and educational art workshop where students explored and illustrated precious pollinators—like hummingbirds and butterflies—and the native plants that help support them.
Such a beautiful way to inspire conservation through the arts!
Learn More!
Wildlife Jewels’ Plant for Hummingbirds & Butterflies with Pacific Ridge School at Poinsettia Park, Carlsbad!
On January 9th, we had the pleasure of hosting an inspiring planting activity at Carlsbad’s Poinsettia Park, where dedicated students from Pacific Ridge School planted native plants to help support local pollinators, including hummingbirds and butterflies.
A wonderful hands-on experience that nurtures both nature and future conservation leaders!
Learn More!
Past Wildlife Jewels Plant for Hummingbirds Updates
Meet Wildlife Jewels Peridot the Hummingbird: Discover her story and her fine arts collection.
Wildlife Jewels Conservation Partners & Collaborators Updates
Wildlife Jewels World Wildlife Day Updates
Wildlife Jewels Rescue Updates
Wildlife Jewels Sweep for Wildlife Updates
A Recap of Wildlife Jewels' World Wildlife Day Celebration in Newport Beach
🌿✨ We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who joined us for our World Wildlife Day Celebration in Newport Beach! 🦏🐋🎨 On Saturday, March 1, Wildlife Jewels hosted a vibrant community event at the Newport Beach Civic Center Community Room & Park, bringing together nature enthusiasts, community members, and wildlife conservation and rescue organizations.
A Recap from Wildlife Jewels World Wildlife Day Celebration Newport Beach at the Newport Beach Civic Center Community Room & Park, March 1, 2025 | Event Photographs by Troy Michael Photography, Artwork & Fashion Exhibit by Wildlife Jewels Collections
🌿✨ We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who joined us for our World Wildlife Day Celebration in Newport Beach! 🦏🐋🎨
On Saturday, March 1, Wildlife Jewels hosted a vibrant community event at the Newport Beach Civic Center Community Room & Park, bringing together nature enthusiasts, community members, and wildlife conservation and rescue organizations. Our mission was to raise awareness about precious wildlife through inspiring presentations, community engagement, and the arts—while also enhancing the city's natural beauty with vibrant blooms for pollinators and promoting wildlife conservation.
It was an unforgettable day filled with art, fashion, education, and conservation—featuring the Wildlife Jewels’ Collections art exhibit and incredible guest speakers who shared their expertise and efforts to protect wildlife and their habitats.
We explored and discovered wildlife, including Sea Lions, Hummingbirds, Butterflies, Pelicans, Rhinos, and Antarctic Krill, while learning about the threats they face. We planted for hummingbirds and butterflies and brought Wildlife Jewels’ featured wildlife drawings to life through our collective community painting. Plus, we had the joy of welcoming two precious rescued hummingbirds!
We hope this event inspired and empowered our community to take action in protecting wildlife. Thank you to everyone who joined us, contributed to the collective art, planted for pollinators, and supported our conservation efforts.
Amazing to bring together incredible organizations on this special day, all sharing the same mission of protecting and preserving wildlife and their habitats—from California to South Africa and Antarctica! Together, we are empowered to create transformative impact for our precious wildlife!🌍💚
Event Highlights
🎨 Wildlife Jewels Collections Art & Fashion Exhibitions – A stunning display of original fine art pieces from the Arts of Wildlife™ and fashion designs from the Dress for Wildlife® inspired by wildlife. Each work of art, created by Wildlife Jewels’ artist and executive director, showcased precious wildlife we’ve observed and cherished over the years.
🖌️ Paint for Wildlife powered by Wildlife Jewels Arts– Participants joined in creating a collective painting featuring Wildlife Jewels’ Meet Our Jewels wildlife drawings. Some of the wildlife featured were Wildlife Jewels’ Pink Tourmaline the Pelican, Gray Sapphire the Gull, Sapphire the Antarctic Krill, Mandarin Garnet the Monarch Butterfly, Smoky Quartz the Elephant Seal, Peridot the Hummingbird, Amethyst Thandi & Zolani the Rhinos, and our newest Jewel to be revealed soon, a precious Adélie penguin!
It was so inspiring to see the community contribute to this artwork while learning about each wildlife’ story!
🌱 Planting for Hummingbirds & Butterflies powered by Wildlife Jewels Plant for Wildlife
We planted native plants at Civic Center Park, carefully selecting species to support Monarch Butterflies and Hummingbirds, including Narrowleaf Milkweed, Salvia, and Hummingbird Sage!
A Magical Moment
One of the most touching highlights of the day was welcoming two rescued hummingbirds! Thanks to Cindi from the Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center, we met two precious hummingbirds—one with an injured foot and another with an injured wing—receiving the care they need.
Inspiring Guest Speakers & Exhibiting Organizations
A special thank you to our guest speakers and partner organizations for sharing your invaluable work!
Featured Speakers
Debbie McGuire, Executive Director at the Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center
Cindi Galey, Hummingbird Rehabilitation Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center
Mariah Sabo, Education Specialist at the Newport Bay Conservancy
Mary Liesegang, Program Manager at Antarctic and Southern Ocean Coalition
Lindsey Koch, Public Education & Outreach Coordinator at Pacific Marine Mammal Center
Staci Cash, Animal Control Officer at the City of Newport Beach
Mike Veale, CEO Global Conservation Force
Host: Azi Sharif, Executive Director at Wildlife Jewels
Topics Covered:
🔹 Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation – Insights into native wildlife, seabirds, marine mammal rescue and care, including the threats they face from fishing gear entanglement and ingestion.🔹 Habitat Preservation – The importance of protecting wetlands and natural habitats for biodiversity.🔹 Anti-Poaching Initiatives – Efforts to save rhinos, pangolins, and other majestic wildlife from poachers.🔹 Antarctic & Southern Ocean Wildlife Inhabitants – The magical wildlife of these regions including the Antarctic Krill and Penguins, and why their conservation is crucial.🔹 Hummingbirds – Fascinating facts about hummingbirds, ways you can protect them, and the threats they face.
Exhibiting Community Partners
Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center, Newport Bay Conservancy, Pacific Marine Mammal Center, City of Newport Beach Animal Control, Global Conservation Force, Bolsa Chica Reserve Watch, Ocean Animal Response and Research Alliance, Bolsa Chica Land Trust
As part of Wildlife Jewels' Annual World Wildlife Day Community Celebration, volunteers came together to plant 120 native pollinator plants at Newport Beach Civic Center Park, helping beautify the park while creating habitat for butterflies, hummingbirds, and other essential wildlife.