Volunteer with Grassroots Ecology and Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) to support the restoration of an ecologically rich urban section of Redwood Creek near downtown Redwood City. During our time together, we will move across uneven terrain, using hand tools and buckets to remove invasive weeds, maintain planting areas, and pick up litter.
Visit Grassroots Ecology’s Redwood Creek webpage to learn more about the ecosystem and accessibility considerations.
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Peninsula Open Space Trust is a nonprofit land trust working to protect open spaces for the benefit of all and connect people to nature in the Peninsula and South Bay. Since 1977, POST has protected over 97,000 acres in San Mateo, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz Counties. Visit openspacetrust.org for more information.
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Waivers/Registration: All volunteers attending the workday must be registered individually and have approved the online waiver through this Eventbrite page. Youth under 18 must have their legal guardian approve the waiver on their behalf. Volunteers age 12 and under require an accompanying adult.
Meeting Space: We will meet at the far end of the parking lot behind Carl's Jr. that is at Veterans Blvd. and Main St. There are no public restrooms or water fountains at the restoration site, but there are several local businesses that are within walking distance from our meeting location. Please prepare accordingly.
Alternate Transportation: The Jefferson Ave & Marshall St stop on SamTrans Route 270 is about a 6-minute walk (0.3 miles) from the meeting location. The Redwood City Transit Center is about a 12-minute walk (0.6 miles) from the meeting location.
Prepare for Working Outdoors:
Reusable water bottle (filled with water)
Snacks, if desired
Long pants, long sleeves recommended
Sturdy closed-toed shoes that can get dirty
Hat/sunscreen or rain gear/boots
Epi-Pen or allergy medicine, if applicable
Plan for potential exposure to sun, prickly plants, and no on-site access to bathrooms
We will provide gloves, tools, and snacks
Event Cancellations:
We are committed to the safety of our staff and volunteers. If we must cancel a workday due to extreme weather conditions or poor air quality, a Grassroots Ecology staff person will reach out via email no later than 5:00 PM the day before this event.
Join Us!
Grassroots Ecology encourages people from all identities and backgrounds to participate in our programs. Many of our programs are outdoors and involve moving and working in a variety of landscapes. If you have accessibility concerns (e.g. allergies, limited mobility, learning differences), our projects are flexible and we are happy to work with you. Please contact the workday facilitator so we can prepare for your participation.
Accessibility concerns? Questions? Cancellations? Email laurel@grassrootsecology.org