National Volunteer Week 2018 - Encanto Recreation Center

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The eight communities that make up the Encanto neighborhood are Emerald Hills, Chollas View, Lincoln Park, Valencia Park, Alta Vista, O’Farrell, Broadway Heights and Encanto. The oldest of these, Encanto, was subdivided in 1907 and advertised for "suburban homes and small farms." While Encanto has maintained much of its semi-rural character, the other seven neighborhoods are largely suburban. Encanto’s cultural heart is the Market Street Village, situated along Chollas Creek and the trolley stop at the intersection of Euclid Avenue and Market Street. It’s most notable geologic features are the hills and canyons that form the historic South Chollas Valley and the southern part of the Chollas Watershed. With its proximity to San Diego Bay just 2 1/2 to 5 miles away, temperatures tend to be mild.

Land for the Encanto Recreation Center was acquired by the City in 1940 and the facility was built in 1964. The senior center was added in 1966 and the fields were completed in 1986.

Location: 6508 Wunderlin Avenue San Diego, CA 92114

Volunteers assist City staff to create a welcoming and clean environment at outdoor City facilities.

Please wear clothes suitable for outdoor work, closed toed shoes, and bring water.

*Minors under 13 must have an adult present with them to volunteer

*Minors between 13 and 18 must fill out a volunteer participation form prior to the event that must have a parent/guardian signature. Call (619) 533-4017 for more information.