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Tree Planting with RCD!

TNT Staff, January 26, 2024 0 1 min read 64

Volunteer with the Resource Conservation District to plant native oak trees! Help to reforest the woodlands of the Santa Monica Mountains.

RCD is hosting two volunteer events in the coming weeks. During both events, volunteers will help RCD staff plant coast live oaks, build protective cages for the young trees and take important data regarding their health and location. RSVP for one or both event/s below!

Trippet Ranch Tree: http://tinyurl.com/2ayds665

Saturday, January 27, 2024

9am – 1pm

Nicholas Flat Tree: http://tinyurl.com/4wdh5vjn

Saturday, February 3, 2024

9am – 1pm