Please join us for our chapter meeting at the Westwood Greenway!

Sunday, April 30, 2023, 2PM - 4PM, RAIN OR SHINE

2596 Westwood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064

2PM Tour of Westwood Greenway and Committee Updates

Learn about how this stretch of urban habitat impacts biodiversity, energy, water, waste, pollution, and our local identity.  Meet at the Westwood gate on the northwest side of the train.  At the half way point of the tour, we will stop in the outdoor classroom and do some brief committee updates and share other chapter announcements.

3:30PM - 6:00PM Weeding

Support biodiversity by clearing out invasive non-native plants.  Guides will divide you into teams with tasks for all levels of ability.

What to Wear

(and rain protection if applicable).  We recommend a hat.  Hiking or work boots are best (no open-toed shoes).  Wear clothes that can get wet and/or dirty.  Some of the invasive plant removal will be in and around a small creek that is a foot deep and three feet wide.  If you have some waders or rubber boots and never get to use them, this is your chance!  We have other areas if wet is not your thing.

What to Bring

A water bottle or hydration bladder if you want one.  There is no potable water at the greenway. Sturdy gloves that can get wet/dirty.

A few garden implements will be provided, but if you have any of the following and can bring them, that would be very helpful: Weeding Fork, Hand Shovel, Hatchet, Pruning Shears.

No power outlets and no secure storage exist at the greenway.  Plan accordingly.

What NOT to Bring

This is a Zero Waste Event.  Please do not bring any items to the greenway that you will leave as waste or pass out to create waste.  If you bring food for yourself, please pack out your waste.

Guests

            Extra volunteers are welcome!  Please note that this event is not designed for small children, and there are dangers including falls and drowning.  If you bring older children, please be responsible for them.

Pets

This is a habitat restoration project.  Please do not bring pets.

Location

The Westwood Greenway is located on either side of the Metro E Line light rail, between Westwood Blvd. and Overland Ave. in Los Angeles.  Google maps address is 2596 Westwood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064.

Transportation

Arrive on Metro’s E Line at the Westwood / Rancho Park Station.  Santa Monica Big Blue bus #8 or #12.  Culver City bus #3.  Or come on the Expo Bike Path!  Ample bike racks exist to secure your bike.

Parking

If you come by car, free parking is available on Exposition Blvd North, west of Westwood, and Northvale Road, east of Overland.  See map below.

Covid Precautions

This is an outdoor activity that allows for ample social distancing.  Please be aware of the personal space of others.

Restrooms

There will be a porta-potty available on the day of the event, but no permanent restroom facilities are on site.  Public restrooms are available nearby at the Palms-Rancho Park Public Library, which is an eight-minute walk from the greenway at 2920 Overland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90064.

Need Someone on the Day of the Event?

Contact Charles Miller by text: 310 806 1635