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Multiple Dates: until filled
Environmental Leaders Needed
City: choose
Description:  We want to meet with potential environmental leaders who want to serve on the executive committee of the Stevens & Permanente Creeks Watershed Council. Let's talk.

Cost: we need a volunteer
Location: We can pick a convenient place together  
Contact: Mondy Lariz, (408) 356-8258, ed*spcwc.org
Presented by: Stevens & Permanente Creeks Watershed Council a fiscal project of Acterra
Websiteshttp://www.spcwc.org
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Friday,  July 4, 2008   (7:00 pm - 10:30 pm)
Fourth of July Fireworks on the Bay Canoe Trip
City: Oakland
Description:  Watch the fireworks light up the sky from the comfort of your canoe! We'll paddle alongside Arrowhead Marsh and observe the bustling activity of wetland animals at dusk. Beautiful twilight will give way to spectacular fireworks from Bayside cities including Oakland, Berkeley and San Francisco. Save the Bay will provide snacks. Celebrate the beauty of wetlands and Independence Day with Save the Bay!

Cost: $35 for members, $45 for non-members
Location: Directions provided upon registration  
Contact: Sarah Lyons, 510-452-9261 x119, bayevents*savesfbay.org
Presented by: Save the Bay, East Bay Regional Park District
Websiteshttp://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents, http://www.savesfbay.org
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Saturday,  July 5, 2008   (9:00 am - 12:00 pm)
Restore Former Salt Ponds at Eden Landing Ecological Reserve
City: Hayward/Union City
Description:  Wetland restoration activities change with the seasons and we will continue planting native plants into the wetlands until the winter rains subside. Late spring and early summer we will focus out efforts on removing non-native plants. Removing these weeds helps our recently planted native plants establish themselves in the marsh, reducing resource competition and allowing them to thrive. Volunteers will also help with site monitoring, continuing shoreline clean-up and seed collection. This site is normally off limits to the public and is a great opportunity for participants to learn about the exciting future of south bay salt pond restoration.

Cost: Free
Location: Directions provided upon registration  
Contact: Sarah Lyons, 510-452-9261 x119, bayevents*savesfbay.org
Presented by: Save the Bay, California Department of Fish and Game
Websiteshttp://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents, http://www.savesfbay.org
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Monday,  July 7, 2008   (10:00 am - )
Multiple Dates: through Saturday, July 19, 2008
2-Week Intensive Permaculture Design Course
City: Half Moon Bay
Description:  Join us for our first annual Permaculture Design Course on the San Mateo Coastside. Participants in this inaugural event will play a critical role in creating a center for Permaculture right here in San Mateo County. Your efforts will help build a legacy of sustainability for San Mateo County that will carry on for generations to come.

Cost: Course Fees:$1,250 (some discounts are offered)
Location: Tunitas Creek Ranch, Half Moon Bay, CA  
Contact: Susan Stansbury, 650.938.9300 x11, permaculture*conexions.org
Presented by: Conexions
Websiteshttp://www.conexions.org/permaculture
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Wednesday,  July 9, 2008   (1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
Native Plant Nursery Wednesday Workdays
City: Oakland
Description:  With the help of volunteers like you, the Native Plant Nurseries allow us to grow native wetland plants onsite for our restoration projects. Activities include plant propagation and transplanting, seed collection and sowing, watering, and other maintenance associated with growing native wetland plants. Later in the spring and summer, volunteers will focus their efforts on removing non-native plants like pepperweed and fennel to allow for our native plants to thrive. Late summer and fall are the busiest times in our nurseries as we are growing plants to be out-planted the upcoming winter!

Cost: Free
Location: Directions provided upon registration  
Contact: Sarah Lyons, 510-452-9261 x119, bayevents*savesfbay.org
Presented by: Save the Bay, East Bay Regional Park District
Websiteshttp://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents, http://www.savesfbay.org
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Saturday,  July 12, 2008   (8:00 am - 1:30 pm)
Bair Island Canoe and Restoration Projects with Save The Bay
City: Redwood City
Description:  Discover the Bay and help to restore it all in one trip! These outings are unique opportunities that combine a scenic paddle with valuable restoration work at protected island sites that are inaccessible and off-limits to the general public. Join Save The Bay for a canoe trip to Bair Island. Once on these remote islands volunteers are needed to help us restore the islands' native vegetation by removing non-native plants, collecting native plant seeds and through early spring, planting native plants into the ground. All canoe and restoration equipment is provided.

Cost: $25 for members, $35 for non-members
Location: Directions provided upon registration  
Contact: Sarah Lyons, 510-452-9261 x119, bayevents*savesfbay.org
Presented by: Save the Bay, Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge
Websiteshttp://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents, http://www.savesfbay.org
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Saturday,  July 12, 2008   (11:30 am - 1:00 pm)
Got Gophers?
City: Ross
Description:  “Got Gophers?” an informational demonstration by Thomas Wittman of Gophers Limited. An educational & entertaining presentation on non-toxic pest control. Learn about the rodents & options for pest management. See live owls. Beverages & snacks will be provided. Hungry Owl Project nest boxes & Gophers Limited equipment & services available.

Cost: $20 donation
Location: Marin Art & Garden Center, Livermore Room, 30 Sir Francis Drake, Blvd, Ross, CA 95957  (map)
Contact: Alex Godbe, 415-454-4587, webmaster*hungryowl.org
Presented by: Hungry Owl Project
Websiteshttp://www.hungryowl.org
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Saturday,  July 14, 2008   (9:00 am - 12:00 pm)
Restore Former Salt Ponds at Eden Landing Ecological Reserve
City: Hayward/Union City
Description:  Wetland restoration activities change with the seasons and we will continue planting native plants into the wetlands until the winter rains subside. Late spring and early summer we will focus out efforts on removing non-native plants. Removing these weeds helps our recently planted native plants establish themselves in the marsh, reducing resource competition and allowing them to thrive. Volunteers will also help with site monitoring, continuing shoreline clean-up and seed collection. This site is normally off limits to the public and is a great opportunity for participants to learn about the exciting future of south bay salt pond restoration.

Cost: Free
Location: Directions provided upon registration  
Contact: Sarah Lyons, 510-452-9261 x119, bayevents*savesfbay.org
Presented by: Save the Bay, California Department of Fish and Game
Websiteshttp://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents, http://www.savesfbay.org
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Tuesday,  July 15, 2008   (9:30 am - 3:00 pm)
Multiple Dates: Tues-Thurs Jul 15-17 2008
From Healthy Soil to Harvest
City: Richmond
Description:  This comprehensive 3-dayprogram provides educators with the tools to design, start, and teach from a school garden. The course starts with designing a garden, selecting appropriate plants, and understanding basic soil types and water needs. You will also learn Composting, Basic plant botany, Plant propagation and many more.

Take course reader, home practical activities and background information to help jumpstart a school garden and enrich student learning.

Cost: Sliding scale fees: $79/$119/$158.
Location: UC Berkeley Field Station, Richmond, CA  
Contact: Anu Basnet, 510.665.3430, anu*thewatershedproject.org
Presented by: the Watershed Project
Websiteshttp://www.thewatershedproject.org
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Wednesday,  July 16, 2008   (1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
Native Plant Nursery Wednesday Workdays
City: Palo Alto
Description:  With the help of volunteers like you, the Native Plant Nurseries allow us to grow native wetland plants onsite for our restoration projects. Activities include plant propagation and transplanting, seed collection and sowing, watering, and other maintenance associated with growing native wetland plants. Later in the spring and summer, volunteers will focus their efforts on removing non-native plants like pepperweed and fennel to allow for our native plants to thrive. Late summer and fall are the busiest times in our nurseries as we are growing plants to be out-planted the upcoming winter!

Cost: Free
Location: Directions provided upon registration  
Contact: Sarah Lyons, 510-452-9261 x119, bayevents*savesfbay.org
Presented by: Save the Bay, City of Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve
Websiteshttp://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents, http://www.savesfbay.org
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Saturday,  July 19, 2008   (9:00 am - 12:00 pm)
Restore Wetlands at Martin Luther King Jr. Shoreline Park
City: Oakland
Description:  Wetland restoration activities change with the seasons and this spring we will continue planting native plants into the wetlands until the winter rains subside. Late spring and early summer we will focus our efforts on removing non-native plants like fennel, mustard, pepperweed and thistle. Removing these weeds helps our recently planted native plants establish themselves in the marsh, reducing resource competition and allowing them to thrive. Volunteers will also help with site monitoring, continuing shoreline clean-up and seed collection.

Cost: Free
Location: Directions provided upon registration  
Contact: Sarah Lyons, 510-452-9261 x119, bayevents*savesfbay.org
Presented by: Save the Bay, East Bay Regional Park District
Websiteshttp://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents, http://www.savesfbay.org
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Saturday,  July 26, 2008   (9:00 am - 12:00 pm)
Weed and Restore San Francisquito Creek
City: Palo Alto
Description:  Help Save The Bay restore this beautiful site by tending to the native plants that make up this critical wetland habitat. Volunteers will weed the wetlands by removing non-native species like horehound and Russian thistle to make way for healthy wetlands. Projects may also include site monitoring, collecting native seeds, making plant cuttings and work in our on-site native plant nursery.

Cost: Free
Location: Directions provided upon registration  
Contact: Sarah Lyons, 510-452-9261 x119, bayevents*savesfbay.org
Presented by: Save the Bay, City of Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve
Websiteshttp://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents, http://www.savesfbay.org
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Saturday,  July 26, 2008   (9:00 am - 2:00 pm)
Save The Bay Family Day at Arrowhead Marsh
City: Oakland
Description:  Looking for a fun summer activity for your family? Discover the Bay as we canoe alongside Arrowhead Marsh, part of the MLK Jr. Regional Shoreline in Oakland. This easy canoe paddle is great for families that have never been out on the Bay, or in boats! Bring your lunch to enjoy during the paddle and remember that all adults must be accompanied by a youth!

Cost: $35 for adult members, $45 for adult non-members, $20 children 18 and under
Location: Directions provided upon registration  
Contact: Sarah Lyons, 510-452-9261 x119, bayevents*savesfbay.org
Presented by: Save The Bay, East Bay Regional Park District
Websiteshttp://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents, http://www.savesfbay.org
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Sunday,  July 27, 2008   (11:00 am - 12:00 pm)
Docent-Led Walk, Shoreline at Mountain View
City: Mountain View
Description:  Shoreline at Mountain View is a 750-acre wildlife and recreation area with an innovative past. Join us as part of
this pilot program initiative to learn about the area's: maritime history; landfill legacy; and unique ecosystems and
environmental processes, including birds, wildlife and even flood control!

Layered clothing, walking shoes and binoculars are suggested, but not required. Groups are encouraged to call in advance.
Volunteers are continually sought for this position, as well as others, throughout Shoreline at Mountain View.

Cost: Free
Location: Begins at Rengstorff House, 3070 N. Shoreline Blvd, Mountain View, CA 94043  (map)
Contact: Kristina Rockhold, (650) 903-6073, Kristina.Rockhold*mountainview.gov
Presented by: City of Mountain View
Websites
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