Volunteer and learn about your local plant community members like gumplant, jaumea and salt grass as you help us propagate plants. In late spring we may be working directly in the wetlands weeding out non-native species and doing shoreline cleanup work. Later in the summer volunteers may also help us collect seeds, make plant cuttings, transplant plants and other nursery work. This urban area includes some of the last remaining wetland habitat in the East Bay and is home to many species, including the endangered California clapper rail and burrowing owls. This program is part of Save The Bay's ongoing wetland restoration projects with our site partner East Bay Regional Park District.

Wetland restoration activities change with the seasons and we will continue planting native plants into the wetlands until the winter rains subside. Later in the spring and early summer we will focus out efforts on removing non-native plants like iceplant, 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. The activities are easy to learn and help us make a positive impact on the health of this wetland and salt pond habitat. 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.