Volunteers Needed Saturday For Sabercat Creek Restoration

FREMONT, CA — Love nature and serving the community? Join the City of Fremont’s Environmental Services for a day of habitat restoration work on Sabercat Creek the first Saturday of every month from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Heavy rain cancels the event.

The next day of work will be held on Saturday, October 1. Volunteers will assist with removing invasive plants, planting new native trees and shrubs, and caring for previously-planted ones by refreshing plant basins and installing browse protection cages. This work will help stabilize soils and creek banks, filter pollutants, increase native plant diversity, and improve food and shelter for wildlife.

No experience is necessary. Volunteers of all ages are welcome, and a signed waiver form is required for each participant. Children under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Habitat stewards will guide you through the projects.

Come dressed for the weather and prepared to get dirty (sturdy, closed-toe shoes/boots, long pants, hat, sunscreen, and long-sleeved shirt are recommended). Bring a signed waiver form, a reusable water bottle, and community service hour forms, if applicable. We’ll provide tools, some gloves, and water to refill bottles. If you wish to bring your own gloves or tools, please label them.

For complete details and to register visit www.Fremont.gov/SabercatRestoration. Be sure to check the location on the map, and print the map and waiver form.

For more information, or to arrange a large group work day, contact Sabrina at ssiebert@fremont.gov or Barbara at bsilva@fremont.gov, or call the Environmental Services Division at 510-494-4570.

--Announcement and photos from City of Fremont