Come join the Wildland Weekend Warriors in planting and watering plants in Golden Valley or Elsmere Canyon Open Space, or Taylor Trailhead to feed our local pollinators and wildlife. For this project, volunteers should bring work gloves. A long-handled shovel is optional, but helpful.

This is an ongoing outdoor restoration project meant to help provide more food and shelter for pollinators, birds, deer and other animals of the chaparral ecosystem.

Tasks: Volunteers will help water plants, weed, and prepare area for additional planting.

Age: 11 YO & Up
* 11-16 year olds must be accompanied by a parent/guardian who is also registered to volunteer.
*NO walk-in volunteers allowed. All interested volunteers, regardless of age, must pre-register (individually) online.

Dates: Projects are held on an as-needed basis. See below for scheduled project dates.

Location/Directions: Golden Valley Open Space, Elsmere Canyon Open Space, or Taylor Trailhead.

Directions to Golden Valley Ranch Open Space, Placerita Trailhead - on the north side of Placerita Canyon Road. Take Placerita Canyon Road east from the 14 freeway 3.52 miles to the Golden Valley Ranch Open Space, Placerita Trailhead on the left side of the road.

Directions to Elsmere Canyon Trailhead - from Golden Valley, turn right onto Sierra Highway and left on Newhall Avenue towards the 14 freeway, and park at the park-and-ride. From Lyons Avenue, make a right and then right onto Newhall Avenue and continue straight towards the 14 freeway, and park at the park-and-ride.

IMPORTANT:
- For your safety, wear sturdy, closed-toe work shoes, jeans and clothes you don't mind getting dirty.
- Dressing in layers is best.
- Wear gloves, hats, and sunscreen.
- Bring water and snacks.

On-Site Contacts:
Jeff Morrison - (661) 510-2074
Mary Herr