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What’s News

  • Roalman Memorial Dedicated
  • Volunteers planted 3,400 more natives at Black Lake
  • Land Conservancy releases 2006 Annual Report
  • 700 + acres preserved in SLO Greenbelt

Upcoming Conservancy Events

We are committed to sharing our county’s natural wonders though our many events & volunteer opportunities. Click on an event below for more details or call 805-544-9096.

Dunes Hike
Thursday, May 3rd, 2007 9:30am-12pm
Oso Flaco Preserve, Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes

Join Restoration Project Manager Mark Skinner for a guided stroll in the dunes on the lookout for unique local plants. Participants should be physically fit. Meet at Oso Flaco Lake Parking Area ( $5 parking fee). No pets please. RSVP 544-9096 or email Wende.
WaterFest – Volunteers Needed!
Saturday, May 5, 2007 10am-4pm
Irish Hills Plaza (Home Depot Parking Lot), SLO

Come on down and bring the kids for a fun day of water theatre, live music, hands-on activities, prizes, good food, and even free e-waste recycling while celebrating SLO County water resources. It’s all FREE, so join us!

Spring Weeding Brigade – Volunteers Needed!
May 12, 2007 9am-11am
Santa Margarita School Demonstration Forest

Join dedicated Santa Margarita Community Forestry volunteers to help clear weeds and get the school site ready for summer break. If possible, please bring your own gardening tools. Treats & refreshments provided and children of all ages are welcome. Rain cancels. Visit http://www.smcf.org/for more info.

Octagon Barn Work Day – Volunteers Needed!
Saturday, May 12, 2007 8am-12pm
South Higuera St., San Luis Obispo

Help is needed on the 2nd Saturday of each month to maintain and fully restore this historic agriculutural icon. Courageous souls willing to work on the roof are especially wanted. Bring your own water & snacks, and meet at the Barn.
Re-Stick It Bike Brigade – Volunteers Needed!
May 21st – 27th–Anytime
Multiple zones & neighborhoods in
the City of SLO

May is Bike Month, so jump on your bike to help us patrol our stormwater markers that warn against dumping pollution.
We need bike brigade volunteers to find & replace the stormdrain markers that are missing. Learn how you can help in 3 easy steps. Sign up now to patrol your neighborhood. Call 544-9096 or email Wende.

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