South Bay Save The Bay

Saturday, September 13

Explore Marshes of Newark Slough by Canoe (Fremont)
Saturday, September 13
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $35 Save The Bay members; $45 non-members
In partnership with Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge

Explore the Bay by canoe and learn about the interesting history and ecology of Newark's shoreline and its connection to the South Bay Salt Ponds Restoration project. This is an easy canoe trip, which makes it great for the whole family. Just remember to bring your own lunch and water to enjoy on the paddle!

Wednesday, September 17

Native Plant Nursery Workday at the Baylands (Palo Alto)
Wednesday, September 17
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Free
In partnership with City of Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve

Volunteer in our native plant nursery and learn about local, native plants like sea lavender, mugwort and blue-eyed grass while you help us transplant these native species as the plants grow larger. Other activities may include collecting seeds, making plant cuttings and other nursery duties like planting in the demonstration garden.

Saturday, September 20

Coastal Cleanup Day at the Guadalupe River (San Jose)
Saturday, September 20
9:00 p.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Free
In partnership with the City of San Jose and Creek Connections Action Group

Be part of the pollution solution and help Save The Bay adopt this South Bay Trash Hot Spot! This cleanup event will focus on removing trash from the top of a levee located at street level, preventing trash from entering the river. Because we will be working near a busy street, this project is suitable for ages 10 and up.

Saturday, September 20

Coastal Cleanup Day along Coyote Creek (San Jose)
Saturday, September 20
9:00 p.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Free
In partnership with the City of San Jose and Creek Connections Action Group

Stretches of Coyote Creek illustrate some of the worst effects of litter, windblown trash, and dumping. Be part of the international effort to clean up our shorelines by removing trash from this San Francisco Bay tributary creek in the South Bay and join thousands of Bay Area residents making a positive impact on the health of our Bay!

Saturday, September 27

National Estuaries Day Bair Island Canoe and Restoration Trip (Redwood City)
Saturday, September 27
9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Cost: $25 Save The Bay members; $35 non-members
In partnership with Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge

Celebrate National Estuaries Day with Save The Bay's unique canoeing and restoration trip! Paddle out to Middle Bair Island to restore this former salt pond, a site off-limits to the public and only accessible by boat. Help restore critical wetland habitat—vital to the health of the San Francisco Bay estuary—through projects like weeding and removing invasive species. Don’t forget to bring your own lunch to enjoy out on the water!

Wednesday, October 8

Native Plant Nursery Wednesday Workday (Palo Alto)
Wednesday, October 8
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Free
In partnership with City of Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve

Volunteer in our native plant nursery and learn about local, native plants like coyote bush, jaumea and salt grass while you help us transplant these native species. Other activities may include collecting seeds, making plant cuttings and other nursery duties like planting in the demonstration garden.

Saturday, October 11

Weed and Restore Wetlands along San Francisquito Creek (Palo Alto)
Saturday, October 11
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Free
In partnership with City of Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve

Weed and restore this unique wetland habitat that was saved from development in the 1950s by concerned citizens and is now home to many native species, including shorebirds and fish such as steelhead trout. Remove non-native, invasive species like horehound and Russian thistle to make way for a healthy Bay. Other activities include shoreline cleanups, watering and work in our on-site native plant nursery.

Saturday, October 25

Canoe and Restore Bair Island with Save The Bay (Redwood City)
Saturday, October 25
9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Cost: $25 Save The Bay members; $35 non-members
In partnership with Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge

This trip combines the best of both worlds—canoeing and restoration! Paddle out to Middle Bair Island to restore this former salt pond, a site off-limits to the public and only accessible by canoe. Projects will include weeding and removing invasive species and watering. Be part of a restoration project that is revitalizing critical San Francisco Bay wetlands. And don't forget to bring your own lunch to enjoy out on the water!

Saturday, November 1

Wetlands Restoration Project along San Francisquito Creek (Palo Alto)
Saturday, November 1
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Free
In partnership with City of Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve

Restore this unique wetland habitat that was saved from development in the 1950s by concerned citizens and is now home to many native species, including shorebirds and fish such as steelhead trout. Remove non-native, invasive species like horehound and Russian thistle to make way for native plants like white yarrow and meadow barley. Other activities include shoreline cleanups, watering and work in our on-site native plant nursery.

Wednesday, November 12

Workday at Save The Bay’s Native Plant Nursery (Palo Alto)
Wednesday, November 12
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Free
In partnership with City of Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve

Volunteer in our native plant nursery and learn about local, native plants like coyote bush, jaumea and salt grass as you help us plant these native species into the wetlands. Other activities may include collecting seeds, making plant cuttings and other nursery duties like planting in the demonstration garden.

Saturday, November 15

Middle Bair Island Canoe and Restoration Project (Redwood City)
Saturday, November 15
9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Cost: $25 Save The Bay members; $35 non-members
In partnership with Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge

This trip combines the best of both worlds—canoeing and restoration! Paddle out to Middle Bair Island to restore this former salt pond, a site off-limits to the public and only accessible by canoe. Volunteers will improve habitat by planting natives species like creeping wild rye and tufted hairgrass. Be part of a restoration project that is revitalizing critical San Francisco Bay wetlands. And don't forget to bring your own lunch to enjoy out on the water!

Saturday, December 6

Plant the Wetlands along San Francisquito Creek (Palo Alto)
Saturday, December 6
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Free
In partnership with City of Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve

Restore this unique wetland habitat that was saved from development in the 1950s and is now home to many native species, including shorebirds and fish such as steelhead trout. Volunteers will plant native species like white yarrow and meadow barley to improve habitat for endangered wildlife. Other activities may include shoreline cleanups, watering and work in our on-site native plant nursery.

Wednesday, December 10

Native Plant Nursery Wednesday Workday (Palo Alto)
Wednesday, December 10
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Free
In partnership with City of Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve

Saturday, December 13

Plant and Paddle Bair Island with Save The Bay (Redwood City)
Saturday, December 13
9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Cost: $25 Save The Bay members; $35 non-members
In partnership with Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge

This trip combines the best of both worlds—canoeing and restoration! Paddle out to Middle Bair Island to restore this former salt pond, a site off-limits to the public and only accessible by canoe. Over the course of fall and into winter, projects will include weeding and removing invasive species, watering, and planting native seedlings. Be part of a restoration project that is revitalizing critical San Francisco Bay wetlands. And don't forget to bring your own lunch to enjoy out on the water!