Event Details (U.S. National Park Service)

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Special Event

Fee:

Free.

Location:

Using Google Maps, search the following words: "Intersection of Erinlea Ave & Potrero Rd, Newbury Park, 91361" OR Enter the following coordinates: 34.15633445706998, -118.95479270144946 This will take you to a vacant parking area along Potrero Road, where signage will show you where to park and direct you on a short 5 minute walk to the restoration area.

Dates & Times

Date:

Saturday, January 18, 2025

Time:

10:00 AM

Duration:

3 hours

Type of Event

Volunteer Event

Description

Join the National Park Service in planting native vegetation and restoring natural habitats to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

MLK Day of Service is a defining moment in volunteerism, as Americans across the country step up to make communities more equitable and take action to build the Beloved Community of Dr. King’s dream. While Dr. King believed this community was possible, he acknowledged and fought for systemic change. His example is our call to action.

Join park staff and partners for a safe and educational session on Saturday, January 18 from 10am to 1pm and help restore native vegetation along the hillsides of Potrero Creek at Rancho Sierra Vista/Satwiwa. Work will consist of planting hundreds of live plants grown from locally collected seed. Volunteers will have the opportunity to join a ranger-led interpretive walk to explain the signficance of everyone's work and prepare seed bombs to improve wildlife habitats and help establish resilient, healthy ecosystems.

All are welcome, no experience required! All attendees are asked to bring water, sunscreen, and sun-protective layers. Hiking attire, closed-toed shoes, and long pants and shirts are strongly recommended. Gloves and tools will be provided.

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