Trail and Habit Conservation Project

Next, join Ranger Megan and I for the Trail and Habitat Conservation Project on Sunday. Meet at Gablewood Trailhead near the intersection of Gablewood and Evans Wood Way (32.92757, -117.19108). We’ll be focused on trimming the popular hiker/equestrian Shaw Valley Trail and removing Dittrichia graveolens, also known as Stinkwort, an aromatic foe some of you may recall from previous years. Depending on how mature it is and the extent of it, we might split into two groups. For those of us who work on the trimming aspect, there is poison oak growing along some sections of the trail, so plan accordingly and read that last paragraph. Check out the Google map of meeting location, or use the coordinates listed above: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1Lgl4eDS9vWy2v4qMAIN-JBLK08pwukc&usp=sharing

Date and Time
Third Sunday of the month, 9:00 am-12:00 pm (recurring monthly)

Location
Varies each month to address rotating priorities. Contact Ranger Melanie for details.

To register, please use the link: Trail and Habit Conservation Project

Duties Include
- Trail trimming
- Erosion control
- Tread repair
- Removal of invasive species
- Litter removal
- Planting native vegetation

*Please note
- Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes, work gloves, and appropriate, comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting ripped or dirty. 
- Bring drinking water, a hat, and sunscreen as the events are held outdoors.
- Check-in is required prior to starting your duty.
- All events are scheduled to take place outdoors and may be subject to cancellation in the event of rain, excessive heat, or other adverse weather conditions.

If you have more questions, please reach out to Ranger Melanie at MFontana@sandiego.gov