Black Lake Ecological Area Workday

LCSLO has been managing and restoring the unique coastal dune habitat at Black Lake Ecological Area (BLEA) for almost 30 years. Invasive speices removal is a major part of these restoration efforts. We're partnering with the San Luis Obsipo chapter of the California Native Plant Society to host this event. Activities for the day will include removing invasive Saharan mustard (Brassica tournefortii) and perennial veldt grass (Ehrharta calycina) from sensitive areas surrounding newly sprouted native seedlings and rare plants.

Bring water, sunscreen, hat, sturdy shoes, and dress in layers for changing weather. We recommend you also bring your favorite gloves, a weeding tool such as a hori-hori (Japanese gardening knife) or trowel, and a garden kneeling pad if you use one. We will also supply tools.

The hike to the restoration site is about ¼ mile in soft sand with some slight hills. Vehicles are available if you need a ride to the work site. There are no bathroom facilities at the work site. In the case of rain, the event will be canceled. We will have additional helpful tips and provide the meeting location after you sign up.

The Black Lake Ecological Area is only accessible to the public via guided activities by LCSLO staff, such as this volunteer day.

If you have any questions, please email Kylie Schubert at The Land Conservancy at [email protected].

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