Opportunity Details
RESTORE THE LAND - SANTA MONICA MOUNTAINS FUND - WORLD SOIL WEEK
December 5th is World Soil Day and we are honoring the living ground that connects all our hands-on work in urban greening, wildfire resilience and food waste reduction. Restore Native Habitat in the Santa Monica Mountains - World Soil Day is hosted in partnership with California Climate Action Corps, a program of California Volunteers, Office of the Governor.
Why: Healthy soil helps to cool neighborhoods, capture carbon, and make Los Angeles more resilient to drought, heat, and fire. By raising the awareness of World Soil Day, we hope to inspire Angelenos to see soil as a living system that connects the food we eat, the air we breathe, and the future we share. Every small action — planting, composting, or simply learning — adds up to a greener, more climate-ready city.
Who: Santa Monica Mountains Fund works to protect and encourage appreciation and understanding of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. The Fund advances its mission by supporting the National Park Service and California State Parks in areas such as education, scientific research, facility improvements, public engagement, environmental stewardship, and philanthropic initiatives
What to Expect: Join us on Friday, December 5th at 9:00 AM for a powerful morning of restoring the land in partnership with SAMO FUND.- This event is a genuine workout for a good cause, offering the satisfying reward of seeing your hard labor make a real difference and is a great opportunity to learn about local ecosystems and cultural history.
- Tasks include:
- Removing invasive plants
- Planting native plants, trees and shrubs
- Time/shift commitment: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Physical demands: Physical labour, some lifting and ability to be in the sun for several hours.
- Dress code: We recommend that volunteers wear outdoor/garden-appropriate clothing, including sunglasses, long-sleeved shirts, long, loose pants, and sturdy, close-toed walking shows with long, thick socks.
- Safety protocols: Make sure to bring a filled water bottle and sun protection (sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, etc.)
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This opportunity is managed by L.A. Works.
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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Animals, Families, Low-income Communities, People with Disabilities, People with Health-Based Concerns, Immigrants Refugees or Ethnic Groups, Military/Veterans, Visitors & Travelers, Seniors, Children, Children & Youth < 18yrs old, LGBTQIA, Justice Impacted
Gardening/Planting,Other
Age Minimum (with Adult): 7+, Minimum Age:11+
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