The objectives of these workshops are to build neighborhood connections and increase community confidence, preparedness, and resiliency towards climate disasters while informing community members of resources that support sustainable and resilient habits. Our flexible, interactive workshop model aims to accommodate a wide range of formats, from small gatherings (6+ participants) to larger community events. If you are interested in hosting or participating in a workshop, click HERE.

On the farm, you will meet the crew, learn more about the farm, and join that day's activities which may include: weeding, harvesting, planting, building compost and more. Projects are weather dependent and defined by the day's priorities. We often can't tell you exactly what project you'll be working on in advance. Arrive any time to join our crew for a day on the farm, working on a variety of tasks. Sign up for reminders and additional information or feel free to just drop in! At Natural Bridges Farm. Far West-side. INFO.

Volunteer and make a difference in the San Lorenzo River ecosystem! Join us and plant and maintain native seedlings along the banks of the San Lorenzo River to increase biodiversity and revitalize the river ecosystem. Generally, we will meet on the east riverbank between the Laurel Street bridge and the Branciforte Creek pedestrian bridge. Sometimes we will meet near Mike Fox Skate Park. Free parking is available in the CWC parking lot at 107 Dakota Ave. Please RSVP below to receive up-to-date location information. Signup HERE.

Volunteer at the District's Olympia Watershed property! As a volunteer, you will learn how to remove invasive plants like French broom and learn about unique native plants and animals. Invasive plant removal at Olympia Watershed supports recreation, enhances watershed health, reduces wildfire risk, and protects habitat for rare and endangered species. These volunteer events happen on areas of the property closed to the public, allowing you limited access as a volunteer. More info and reg HERE. Registration required.

Please join in restoring habitat and native plants in our county park. This is a free, family-friendly event, with snacks provided. No experience is required – just bring your enthusiasm! Earn community service hours. Gloves and tools will be provided. Details to follow soon.

Celebrate Arbor Day in action! Join the City of Santa Cruz Parks & Rec at University Terrace Park for planting 60 trees, meeting friends, and enjoying fun, family-friendly activities! Whether you want to volunteer or just hang out, there’s something for everyone. Bring your friends and family, get your hands dirty, and help make our community greener and happier. No experience needed; all tools, materials, and snacks are provided. Sign up HERE.

This event is an opportunity to host your own cleanup!.  We are giving back to your community, protecting wildlife and keeping litter from entering our watersheds, the Monterey Bay and our oceans beyond. Together we can make Santa Cruz the cleanest County in the State! Please sign up with your email, approximate number of participants at your cleanup event, location, and date and meet up time. (Some folks are doing cleanups before or after May 9th)   We will post this to our website, so others may join. Check HERE for more info, and go HERE for signup

Rights of Nature is a growing legal and cultural movement that recognizes ecosystems — like rivers, forests, and oceans — as living entities with inherent rights to exist, thrive, and regenerate. Instead of treating nature solely as property, this framework gives communities a legal tool to defend the natural world when it’s threatened. We are a grassroots working group pursuing a ballot initiative to grant local ecological entities legal rights to exist and evolve. We're currently researching which ecosystem or species — such as the San Lorenzo River, salmon, or wildlife corridors — should be the focus of the policy. We need researchers now, and will need help with communications and signature collection as we move forward. We hope you will join us. Please visit our website HERE.

The UC Santa Cruz Arboretum & Botanic Garden relies on 100+ volunteers year-round to keep this place growing! By volunteering you become part of a community that directly supports the Arboretum’s overall mission to connect people with plants. No matter what group you work with, you will learn by working side by side with home gardeners, experienced and amateur naturalists, active and retired professionals as well as people who are just beginning to explore the world of plants. To become a volunteer at the Arboretum, prospective volunteers review available volunteer opportunities then fill out an online application form. More info HERE.