Join the Watershed Stewards Program and the Golden Gate National Recreation Area to restore the native habitat at Kanoff Wet Meadow! These 4-hour workdays will focus on weeding purple velvet grass (and potentially other introduced species) to increase habitat for native plants and promote local biodiversity. Sign up for one or both days!
Volunteers should expect to:
Learn about ecological restoration techniques and riparian ecology
Work outside in variable weather (hot, cool, sun, rain, etc.)
Walk on uneven terrain in potentially muddy soil or wet grass
Spend time kneeling and bending
Use hand tools to remove introduced species
Prepare for working outdoors by bringing:
Reusable water bottle (filled with water)
Long pants, long sleeves, long socks recommended
Sturdy closed-toed shoes that can get dirty
Hat/sunscreen and rain gear/boots
Epi-Pen or allergy medicine, if applicable
Personal snacks, if desired
Plan for potential exposure to rain, mud, poison oak, ticks, prickly plants
Prepare for limited to no cell reception, 10+ minute walk to bathroom, and limited access to drinking water.
We will provide gloves and tools. We bring light snacks and a water jug for volunteers to refill their water bottle if needed.
About the site: Rancho Corral de Tierra’s meadows, scrub, and chaparral habitats are home to an abundance of plants and wildlife, including rare species such as peregrine falcons, Choris’s popcorn flower, and harlequin lotus. Additionally, several creeks running through the park have historically hosted populations of steelhead trout, an important Salmonid species to the region. The work you do will support the health of the preserve's ecosystems!
Visit the National Park Service’s Rancho Corral de Tierra page to learn more about the ecosystem and accessibility considerations.
Waivers/Registration: All participants must be registered through this Eventbrite page. Participants will be required to sign waivers at the sign-in booth; event staff will be present to assist as necessary. Youth under 18 must have their legal guardian approve the waiver on their behalf. Volunteers age 12 and under require an accompanying adult.
Location: 37.54517854597071, -122.51175375610507
Directions and parking: Navigate to the intersection of Kanoff St. & 2nd St., Montara, CA, 94019.
From North (Pacifica): drive south on hwy 1, turn left on 2nd st. across from Montara state beach.
From South (Half Moon Bay): drive north on hwy 1, turn right on 2nd st.
Park on neighborhood streets near Kanoff St, with respect toward the neighbors. Please reserve spots at the north end of Kanoff St. next to the event site for people who might have trouble walking further. Overflow parking is available at the Le Conte Trailhead, 0.4 miles from meeting space
Alternate Transportation: The 117 Half Moon Bay SamTrans bus route travels through Montara. The closest stop is at Main and 4th St., about a four block walk from the event.
Meeting Space: Meet at the north end of Kanoff St and check in at the welcome canopy. We will work in the meadow adjacent to Kanoff St.
Extra drinking water will be provided at the welcome canopy. The nearest public bathrooms are portable toilets located at Montara State Beach, 0.2 miles away. Getting there from the event site requires crossing Highway 1, so a vehicle is recommended for safety. Event staff can shuttle participants to the bathrooms if required after the signature of an additional vehicle transportation waiver.
Event Cancellations: We are committed to the safety of our staff and volunteers. In the event that we must cancel a workday due to extreme weather conditions or poor air quality, we will reach out via email no later than 5:00 PM the day prior to this event.
Join Us! We encourage people from all identities and backgrounds to participate in our program. If you have accessibility concerns (e.g. allergies, limited mobility, learning differences), our project is flexible and we are happy to work with you. Please reach out to the workday facilitator so we can prepare for your participation.
Accessibility concerns? Questions? Cancellations? Email wyatt@grassrootsecology.org