Help us restore native plants to the tidal marsh-upland zone at Sonoma Baylands and Tubbs Island on Saturday Dec. 5 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. We welcome all ages, although children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. The Wildlife Refuge will provide plants, gloves and tools. Bring your lunch, water, sunscreen and layered clothing. Meet at the San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge Headquarters located on the eastbound side of Hwy 37 between Lakeville Hwy and Hwy 121 in Petaluma. Reservations are required. Please contact Leia Giambastiani at (707) 769-4200, Ext. 101 or (510) 377-6146. Or email giambastiani@bay.org. We'll see you in the field.
By Garrison Frost
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