Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve - Twin Creeks Habitat Restoration: Vinca Removal

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Happens On Jul 23, 2022
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9am - 1pm

Description

Join Midpen staff for a fun workday removing invasive vinca at Twin Creeks, 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 vinca? Click HERE
    • Want to learn more about the history of Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve? Click HERE

Project difficulty rating: MODERATE


Project Details, Requirements and Qualifications

Volunteers must be vaccinated against COVID-19.

  • No previous experience needed - we'll show you everything you need to know.
  • Advance registration is required.
    • First time Midpen volunteers - Create an Account in order to access and e-Sign required forms; visit the Qualifications tab from the drop-down menu in your account dashboard to find and complete the Volunteer Agreement and Release of Liability, COVID-19 Addendum, and Self-Certification of Vaccination Status Forms. Next, come back here and click the green "Respond" button in the upper right corner of this posting to sign-up.
    • Recurrent volunteers - Once you've created an account and completed all forms,  reserve your spot for Land Steward projects by clicking on the "Respond" button in the posting.        
  • Self administered health checks are required of both staff and volunteers on the morning of the project. (Note: Program leads will verify receipt of health checks prior to the start of the project; volunteers who do not submit a health check that morning will not be able to participate in the project.

Meeting Location

Please meet staff at the pullout at 23760 Alamitos Rd. Look for a yellow "Volunteer Project" sign to indicate where to park. For the exact meeting location, copy and paste this Google Plus Code in to a new browser: 5554+2C San Jose, California 95120

What You Will Need

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

      • Mask or face covering (required when shuttling)
      • Sturdy shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes)
      • Layered clothing: long pants, long-sleeved shirt, jacket, etc.
      • Gear appropriate to that day's weather conditions (hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, rain gear, etc.)
      • Snacks, lunch, water

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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Inclement Weather Plan: Check your email after 7:30 am on the morning of the project to find out if the project has been cancelled for any reason.
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