News Release

WEED WARRIORS NEEDED TO REMOVE INVASIVE PLANTS AT CABRILLO NATIONAL MONUMENT

Date: March 11, 2019
Contact: Lonie Brown

San Diego, CA – Winter rains at Cabrillo National Monument have brought much needed moisture to the beautiful coastal sage plant community on Point Loma. Unfortunately the heavy rains are also benefiting invasive plants or weeds.

Weed Warriors is a dedicated group of volunteers who are helping to remove invasive non-native plants from native habitat at Cabrillo National Monument. The removal of invasive plants helps with native habitat restoration and preservation of ecosystems here at the park. More volunteers are needed to help win the battle and protect native plants.

Volunteers meet every Tuesday and alternating Fridays and Saturdays from 8:45 am - 11:45 am.

The work involves bending and stooping in native habitat. Participants should wear sturdy shoes/boots, long sleeve shirts, long pants, a hat, and sunscreen. The work can be hot and a water bottle is highly recommended. Gloves, weeding tools, and trash bags will be supplied.

Knowledge of native and invasive plants is helpful but not necessary. Training on plant identification and proper removal techniques will be provided.

For more information or to sign up as a volunteer,  e-mail us or visit https://www.volunteer.gov/results.cfm?ID=16196.

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