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 True to our name, EarthWorks will be working the Earth
at two sites on Saturday, April 24, and we want you to
join in.
 Many
of our precious natural wild areas are constantly under attack
by invasive non-native plant species from the populated areas
that surround them, and by debris, natural and otherwise. Our
Community Restoration and Renewal projects are designed to help
return these areas to a pristine state, so that they can be enjoyed
tomorrow and by future generations.
This
month, the California State Parks Foundation has funded two of
our Projects, to be held at Torrey Pines State Preserve
and Crest Canyon Open Space in Del Mar. At Torrey Pines,
volunteers will assist park rangers by clearing debris and non-native
vegetation from the trails. At Crest Canyon, we will be removing
lots of ice plant that is choking off natural areas.
This
is very physical work; you will want to wear old clothes and
sturdy shoes, and bring work gloves if you have them. We guarantee
you'll go home tired, and that you will know that your labor
has made a real contribution to helping preserve San Diego's
natural open spaces.
Altogether,
the State Parks Foundation is funding 77 Earth Day Restoration
and Cleanup Projects presented by Enron in 27 counties statewide.
All will be held on April 24. The nonprofit California State
Parks Foundation has a 30 year history of protecting and enhancing
Cal-ifornia's 264 State Parks. They have accomplished this through
the dedicated support of their 18,000 members and contributors
whose continuing financial assistance supports Earth Day and
hundreds of State Park projects and educational programs.
To register for one of these projects, call our 24-hour voice mail at (858) 496-6666, or send email to: volunteer earthdayweb.org. 
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