Join Midpen staff for a fun workday of removing invasive yellow star thistle and teasel at Cherry Springs Pond, a closed area of Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve. Staff will provide training on plant identification, removal techniques, and education about why we want to remove yellow star thistle from our local landscape. This project is an excellent opportunity for first-time volunteers!
Project difficulty: MODERATE
Project Details, Requirements and Qualifications
- Advance registration is required.
- First time Midpen volunteers – Step 01: Create an Account to submit required forms. Go to the Qualifications tab in the drop-down menu in your account dashboard to complete the Volunteer Agreement and Release and Waiver of Liability. Step 02: Return to the project webpage and click the green "Register" button in the upper right corner to register; be sure to scroll to the bottom and click "Submit Opportunity Response".
- Returning volunteers -Once you have created an account and completed all forms, reserve your spot for Land Steward projects by clicking the "Register" button.
Meeting Location
Please meet staff at gate SA03 at the end of Pheasant Rd. This is a closed area of Sierra Azul and we will be working behind a closed gate. Please arrive on time. For the exact meeting location, copy and paste this Google Plus Code in to a new browser: 635Q+54 San Jose, California 95032
What You Will Need
To get the most out of your day with us, please bring or wear the following:
Sturdy shoes (no sandals or open-toed shoes)
Socks that cover your ankles
Layered clothing: long pants, long-sleeved shirt, jacket, etc.
Gear appropriate for that day’s weather (hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, rain gear, etc.)
Snacks, lunch, refillable water bottle
Hazards and Safety
While working outdoors in natural areas, you may encounter the following:
Poison oak and other plants that cause dermatitis (skin rash or irritation)
Uneven, steep ground with tripping hazards
Unfavorable weather conditions (heat, wind, rain)
Ticks
Rattlesnakes
Sharp tools and equipment
