By restoring these areas, we will be tackling some of the biggest problems caused by non-native plants and animal species that have established themselves in different environments than those in which they have evolved. Because their natural enemies don't exist in these adopted environments, non-native species often proliferate so successfully that they crowd out naturally occurring native species. Most insects, birds and other animals have adopted just a few plant species for food, shelter and nesting. A loss of preferred species can result in endangerment, extinction or possibly the collapse of the whole ecosystem. All school ecology clubs, community and civic groups, businesses and environmental organizations in the San Diego area are invited to participate.
All projects are free and open to the public.
Together we can make a difference. Requires the removal of non-native plant species, water testing and light trail blazing. 9am - 3pm Preserve one of the finest undisturbed wetlands in San Diego. Needs removal of non-native plants and debris, and water testing. Removal of non-native plants, planting of natives and water testing.