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Habitat Restoration: Phoenix Lake Planting

Help restore the lakeshore in front of the
Log Cabin by removing invasive periwinkle (Vinca
major
) and French broom and then planting native bunch grasses. Meet at on
the Phoenix Lake dam. Arrive before 9 am and the gate at Natalie Coffin
Greene Park will be open to allow volunteers to drive up and park next to the
dam. Folks arriving after 9 am or leaving before noon must procure their own
parking. Directions from Sir Francis Drake Blvd in Ross: turn west onto
Lagunitas Rd and drive 1 mile to the end into Natalie Coffin Greene Park.



 



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Trail crew
events are suitable for ages 13 and older.



Age 8 or up
can volunteer at habitat restoration events.



Volunteers under the age of 18 must have a permission form signed by a
parent or guardian.



Volunteers under the age of 16 must have a parent present at the event.



 



Please wear close-toed shoes and long pants, dress for variable weather
and bring a reusable water bottle. We provide breakfast snacks, water, tools
and inspiration. Rain
cancellation and fire closure information can be found by calling after 7:30
a.m. on the day of the event.



 



To pre-register, to request a youth permission form or for any other
questions please leave your information here or email
volunteerprogram@marinwater.org. Our website provides more information and maps. Visit marinwater.org,
look under “watershed” and then under “volunteer opportunities”. Thank you for
your interest in volunteering on the Mt. Tamalpais Watershed.



 



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Volunteer
Program



Sky
Oaks Watershed Headquarters

Marin
Municipal Water District

415-945-1128

volunteerprogram@marinwater.org

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