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Improve Grasslands - Bohemia Ecological Preserve

07/20/2024 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM PT

Description

Stewardship Day at Bohemia Ecological Preserve
Saturday, July 20th, 2024
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
This event will be led in English
 
 
You are warmly invited to lend a hand at Bohemia Ecological Preserve for the health of the forest, soil, and grasslands! This 1,000 acre protected, open space, people-powered preserve in West Sonoma County teems with old-growth forest, oak woodlands, native grasslands, and a legendary waterfall. Several endangered and at-risk species live here, including northern spotted owls, red tree voles, and Pennell's bird's beak. 
Argh, Yellow star-thistle! (shakes fist). Did you know that one plant from this wily invasive species can disperse more than 35,000 seeds per year? And that Yellow star-thistle tends to dramatically outcompete the precious and threatened native grasslands that are crucial to planetary health? For all these reasons, removing star-thistle at this preserve is a major priority!  
 
The more people we get out for this day, the more star-thistle we can get rid of! Plus, tending the land with like-minded people is a guaranteed mood-booster and native grasslands are amazing!  
Here’s a sampling of possible tasks that you will do to care for the land: 
  • Hiking moderate slopes.  
  • Pulling yellow star-thistle plants by hand (wearing gloves that we’ll provide) and placing them in bag.  
  • Carrying bags of yellow star-thistle to the disposal site.  

Where to Meet: The entrance to Bohemia Ecological Preserve is off Bohemian Highway, approximately 3 miles north of Occidental. From the intersection of Graton Road and Bohemian Highway, drive north on Bohemian Highway for approximately 3 miles. Look for the LandPaths' sign marking the entrance. The address is 6773 Bohemia Highway, Occidental, CA 95465. 

What is LandPaths' Covid-19 volunteer workday policy? Please read the most recent version of LandPaths' Covid-19 policy before attending the workday.  

Does rain mean the workday is canceled? The stewardship workday will move forward if there is a light drizzle, but a torrential rainstorm will cancel.  Please call 707-544-7284 (then press 1) after 7am the morning of the stewardship day if the weather feels questionable. If you don't hear a notice of cancellation on the outgoing voice message, the stewardship day is moving forward.   

What should you bring?  

  • Lunch, snacks, and a water bottle filled with water 
  • A backpack for your gear
  • Sturdy boots or shoes that can get muddy
  • Long pants are recommended 
  • Work gloves 
  • Hat and sunscreen 
  • We'll provide tools, but bring your own if you'd like. 
  • No power tools, please

What else do you need to know? 

  • No experience necessary! Everyone is welcome! We will create tasks according to your abilities 
  • You will be asked to sign a liability waiver
  • There are restrooms on site
  • No pets or smoking 

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