Opportunity Details
Los Cerritos Wetlands Habitat Restoration Event
Join us in restoring the rare coastal habitats of Los Cerritos Wetlands!
Why: If you are interested in changing your local environment for the better and want to learn what makes places like Los Cerritos Wetlands so important, come volunteer with us and take part in restoring the rare urban wetlands and coastal habitats of Los Cerritos Wetlands!
Who: The Los Cerritos Wetlands Land Trust of Long Beach and Seal Beach is committed to:
Facilitating the purchase of acreage for sale in Los Cerritos Wetlands; Reconnecting and restoring the estuary remnants; Providing a beautiful setting for generations of families to discover the wonders of this one-of-a- kind environment and Permanently protecting this precious resource before it is gone forever.
- Installing native plants
- Removing nonnative plants from the habitat
- Mulching restoration sites
- Watering newly installed plants
- Helping in our onsite nursery
- Removing trash in the wetlands
Volunteers will be eligible to win prizes such as admission tickets from our partners at Aquarium of the Pacific!
What's Required:
- Restoration Events are fun, fulfilling, and require no prior experience with restoration. All you need to get involved is enthusiasm and the willingness to help alongside fellow volunteers.
- Closed-toe shoes to protect your feet from tools and the elements
- Refillable water bottle to keep you hydrated *encouraged*
- Personal sun protection needs, e.g., sunscreen, sunglasses, protective clothing
- Clothing that is appropriate for working outside and can get dirty
- An adult must accompany volunteers under the age of 14 at all times
- Bring your gloves if you prefer, but if not gloves and ALL working equipment will be provided at the event, so do not risk damaging or losing your gear!
- Parking: There is limited parking onsite. BE GREEN and carpool to the event if you are coming with a group!
Have Questions or Need Accommodation? Email the Opportunity Coordinator below.
This opportunity is managed by an L.A. Works partner, The Los Cerritos Wetlands Land Trust of Long Beach and Seal Beach.
All volunteers participating in this volunteer opportunity are expected to adhere to the health and safety guidelines outlined here: /www.laworks.com/health-and-safety
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Environment
Cleaning,Gardening/Planting
Age Minimum (with Adult): 1+, Minimum Age:15+
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