Project 1: Mulholland Corridor in the 90046 Zip Code
Habitat restoration is part of CLAW’s commitment to protect and restore the wildlife habitat of greater Los Angeles. Our team of volunteers monitors and nurtures new native plants including wild flowers, shrubs, and trees for 1-3 years until they are established. This work includes weeding, watering, and humanely protecting young plants from deer and gophers.
Project 1 volunteers gather on the third Saturday of the month. Space is limited. If you are interested in joining our volunteer team, please RSVP on our volunteer form.
January is an ideal time to plant SoCal natives. Cool weather and the rainy season help roots establish before springtime blooms and hot summer weather.
Volunteers working alongside a beautiful array of sunflowers (Helianthus spp.). Many hands make light(er) work of weeds and non-native species.
Most plant roots don’t look appetizing to you and I, but gophers enjoy making a meal out of them. Installing gopher cages around transplanted plants can be the difference between life and death for these little green guys. The Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) is a long-lived species that plays an important role in supporting biodiversity.
January’s volunteer team.
Post-Rewilding: Mule deer (Odocoileus hemionus) antlers found a few days after Rewilding. Shed antlers provide an important source of nutrients to the ecosystem and are often gnawed on by animals such as rodents and raccoons.
Post-Rewilding: California poppy (Eschscholzia californica) and Arroyo lupine (Lupinus succulentus) in bloom!