ECO: Gonzales Canyon Habitat Restoration

Be part of habitat restoration efforts while learning about local San Diego ecology at the Gonzales Canyon Habitat Restoration project!

Volunteers will plant native plants, remove invasive plants, water, and mulch. Volunteers will use shovels to dig holes, carry buckets of water, and potted plants.

Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes

• Attire: Attire appropriate for working outdoors in the sun -- clothing that can get dirty, long pants, closed toe shoes, hats, and sunscreen. Gloves will be provided. This opportunity takes place outdoors with little or no shade so volunteers should wear sun protection such as sunscreen and a hat.

• Bring: Hat, sunscreen, water to drink, sunglasses, and snacks. 

• Physical Requirements: Be comfortable walking on a dirt trail and uneven surfaces. There will be some bending and kneeling. Preferred abilities include being able to carry a bucket of water or a potted plant, and being able to use a shovel for digging. Unfortunately this opportunity is not able to make accommodations for individuals with physical limitations and the space where this project takes place is not wheelchair accessible.

• Waiver: The San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy Waiver must be completed prior to the event.

• Weather: Event will be cancelled in the event of heavy rain; advance notice can be 1 to 2 days. Volunteers will receive email notifications and phone calls if numbers are provided.

• Note: There will not be a restroom available at this project space. Street parking in front of the trailhead sign is free.

About San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy

The mission of the San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy is to preserve, protect, and share the natural and cultural resources of the San Dieguito River Valley through collaborative efforts to acquire lands, complete trails, restore habitats, establish educational programs, create interpretive centers, encourage recreation, and mobilize public support.