Miscellaneous Events

Join us to help restore habitat in Coyote Valley!

On Saturday, July 29th, we will be pulling stinkwort, an invasive weed from the disturbed areas along the Spreckels wetland restoration area. This Christmas tree shaped weed is named for its pungent pine-sol smell-- gloves will be provided and long sleeves and pants are encouraged!

Since the late 80’s, stinkwort has taken over disturbed habitats in Santa Clara County, after fires and human activity. It not only replaces the native vegetation with thick stands

of small stinky shrubs, but it also can pose danger to grazers who may accidentally eat it. Volunteer weeding efforts have made significant progress in controlling this invasive.

The work itself will involve bending, kneeling and walking in uneven but flat terrain; it will involve using gloved hands and tools for pulling as well as bagging weeds in large contractor bags to be placed in our dump trailer at the end of the work day. It's a team effort with lots of rewarding moments on the land!