Cathedral Oaks: Habitat Restoration - French Broom Removal

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Happens On Jun 17, 2023
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9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Description

Join Midpen staff for a fun workday removing invasive French broom at Cathedral Oaks, a closed area of Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve. Staff will provide training on plant identification, removal techniques, and information about why we want to remove this plant from our local landscape. This project is an excellent opportunity for first-time volunteers!  

    • Want to learn more about French Broom? Click HERE
    • Want to learn more about the history of Cathedral Oaks? Click HERE

All minors, under the age of 18, must provide parent/guardian approval (signed Volunteer Agreement and Release of Liability form) prior to the project day or be accompanied by a parent/adult for the duration of any volunteer project. Minor children may not be dropped off at a project.

Project difficulty rating:  MODERATE


  • Advance registration is required. 
  • First time Midpen volunteers – Step 01: Create an Account to submit required forms. Go to the Qualifications tab in the drop-down menu in your account dashboard to complete the Volunteer Agreement and Release and Waiver of Liability. Step 02: Return to the project webpage and click the green "Register" button in the upper right corner to register; be sure to scroll to the bottom and click "Submit Opportunity Response". 
  • Returning volunteers -Once you have created an account and completed all forms, reserve your spot for Land Steward projects by clicking the "Register" button.   
  • NOTE (November 2, 2022): The Volunteer Agreement form was recently updated and all volunteers, both new and returning, are required to review and sign this updated version that will include an automatic 2-year expiration date reminder.    

Meeting Location 

Please meet staff at Gate SA19, 19750 Alma Bridge Rd. For the exact meeting location, copy and paste this Google Plus Code into a new browser: 52F8+PJ Los Gatos, California 95033  

 

What You Will Need 

To get the most out of your day with us, please bring or wear the following: 

  • Sturdy shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes) 
  • Layered clothing: long pants, long-sleeved shirt, jacket, etc. 
  • Gear appropriate for that day’s weather (hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, rain gear, etc.) 
  • Snacks, lunch, refillable water bottle 

 

Hazards and Safety 

While working outdoors in natural areas, you may encounter the following: 

  • Poison oak and other plants that cause dermatitis (skin rash or irritation) 
  • Uneven, steep ground with tripping hazards 
  • Unfavorable weather conditions (heat, wind, rain) 
  • Ticks 
  • Rattlesnakes 
  • Sharp tools and equipment 

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Get Connected Icon (ALL VOLUNTEERS) Volunteer Agreement and Release and Waiver of Liability

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Inclement Weather Plan: On the morning of the project, check your email for a message from egartside@openspace.org after 7:30 am to find out if the project has been cancelled for any reason
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