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The
Presents a… Volunteer Restoration Training Program
9 Saturdays in 2007 & 2008,
Back to Natives Restoration, in a cooperative agreement with the
restoration volunteers over the course of a 9 month training program.
Each training session will focus on specific aspects of the
restoration process from rudimentary tool identification and tool and
trail safety training, to native and non native plant identification,
proper site entry/exit protocol as well as mechanical/physical
abatement techniques to reduce soil disturbance and possible weed
seed germination.
When: September 15, October 27, November 10, December 8, January 12,
March 8, April 12, May 10, & June 14
Where: Cleveland National Forest and other locations TBA within
Orange County.
Who's invited: Anyone interested in hiking
identify invasive plants, remove them when possible, and report them
when assistance is needed. Volunteers from all wildland agencies,
organizations and non-profits are also welcome to participate,
then share the knowledge and skills gained to restore their own
lands. Age requirement: 16 years and older. Individuals younger than
18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
What to Bring: Gloves, sunscreen, water, snacks, hat, wear layers and
closed toe shoes.
Why: Ecological restoration is a means of sustaining the diversity of
life on Earth and reestablishing healthy ecosystems. This program is
for those interested in the restoration and conservation of
species are protected while non-native species are removed
efficiently, and with minimal human impact to the site. This program
will acquaint participants with non-chemical, low impact weed removal
methods.
RSVP: Please RSVP by September 14 to 949-509-4787 or
restoration@backtonatives.org
