Restoration Program

The EarthTeam Restoration Initiative (ETRI) creates Restoration Program for SF Bay Area teens throughout the year at different sites around the Bay area. Ongoing ETRI restoration events offer students a chance to do hands-on environmental work locally, support teachers who want to promote environmental learning and stewardship, and help local habitat restoration efforts of government, nonprofit, and private organizations

UPCOMING Restoration Events SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3 9:30am-12:30pm at Strentzel Meadow in Martinez! click here for flyer RSVP for event is required by Monday, October 29 Bus service available to groups of East Bay students. Space is limited. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17 10:00am-1:00pm at Dow Wetlands in Pittsburg! click here for flyer RSVP for event is required by Monday, November 12 Bus service available to groups of East Bay students. Space is limited. Advance registration is required for all restoration events. For more info or to register, contact Trisha Allen at trisha@earthteam.net  or (510) 704-4030.

ABOUT ETRI PROJECTS

EarthTeam Restoration Initiative projects are open to any middle and high school classes, clubs, or individual students. They take place on Saturdays, typically from 10am to 1:30pm, include free water and snacks, and some include school bus transportation for a small fee to help groups get to the restoration site. We encourage participants to RSVP in advance and ask groups of 10 or more and those that request our bus service to bring an adult chaperone.

RESTORATION ACTIVITIES

Restoration activities consist of removing non-native plants, creek and shoreline cleanup, planting native plants, and environmental monitoring. Activities vary throughout the school year, as they depend on season and on the ecosystem at the particular site. Since restoration work involves some risks by being outdoors, using tools, and working near creeks, wetlands, and other natural spaces, we require students to bring permission slips, signed by their parent or guardian.

SPECIAL EVENTS

EarthTeam will host 3 special Restoration Program this year which will include bus transportation and free lunch. The Kickoff in September is a great way to start out a new school year by getting out there to help the environment. Our Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Restoration and Celebration includes participating in an East Oakland rally for Martin Luther King in the morning, followed by a free lunch, readings about King, nature walks, and of course, restoration work. And our End of the Year restoration project in the spring gives students one more chance to make a difference while celebrating the end of the school year before heading off for summer break.

INDIVIDUAL GROUP Restoration Program ETRI also organizes Restoration Program for classes / student groups of 25 or more students upon request. These, like our other projects, are free of charge. They can take place during weekends or weekdays, and can be tailored to fit your needs. Please contact our Restoration Program Director to find out more about scheduling a restoration project for your group. See below for contact information. CLASS PRESENTATIONS We suggest that classes and clubs interested in Restoration Program request an EarthTeam speaker to make a presentation to their group about the bay, watershed, and/or restoration issues participating in restoration. Class visits are free, and offer students a deeper understanding about the importance of restoration activities work.   CONTACT For more info about ETRI, contact: Trisha Allen Restoration Program Director trisha@earthteam.net (510) 704-4030

Trisha Allen EarthTeam Restoration Program Director