Guided Project Tour at El Polin Springs 2

Saturday, September 13, 2008
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Learn about the restoration project at the Presidio's Tennessee Hollow.

Meet at the picnic tables at El Polin Springs, off MacArthur Avenue, in the Presidio. RSVP and get directions by phone or email (see sidebar).

Restoration of the Tennessee Hollow watershed is now continuing at El Polin Springs, a place remarkable for nature and wildlife as well as for its extraordinary human history.

Beginning in September 2008, habitat restoration will begin to return ecological richness to the wetland area surrounding the springs. As a first phase, eucalyptus, cypress, and pine trees will be removed from around El Polin Loop. Habitat will then be restored with plants and trees grown in the Presidio Nursery, including coast live oak and California buckeye, as well as wax myrtle, toyon, willows, and native grasses.

Later, a number of improvements will showcase the history of the area and welcome visitors. El Polin Loop will be transformed into a boardwalk and trail with a new picnic area, public restrooms, and benches. The stone channels and well will be restored, and interpretive gardens and other features will share the long history at the springs.

Event Type(s): outings

Cost: Free

Location:
-122.455416,37.79327
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Sponsor:

Event Contact:
jnichols@presidiotrust.gov
(415) 561-5357