Saturday, April 26, 2025 - 9:00am to 11:30am
Saturday, April 26, 2025 - 9:00am to 11:30am
Rotarians at Work
Join the Point Loma Rotary Club for a morning of community service at Sunset Cliffs Natural Park on Saturday, April 26, 2025. This hands-on event is a chance to give back to our beautiful coastal environment while connecting with neighbors and fellow volunteers.
Event Details:
- Time: 9:00 AM (no later than 9:30 AM) to 11:30 AM
- Location: South end of the Ladera Street parking lot, accessible via Sunset Cliffs Blvd. (from Point Loma Ave.) or Cornish Dr. (from Hill St.)
- Lunch: Complimentary sandwich lunch provided by Chick-fil-A
What to Expect:
- Volunteers will work on various improvement projects across the 50-acre Hillside Section of the park, including:
- Pruning overgrown non-native acacia trees near the bridge at Cretaceous Canyon.
- Removing invasive Castor Bean plants below the lower parking lot of Point Loma Nazarene University’s Young Hall and treating stems to prevent regrowth.
- Pulling ice plant and Crown Daisies from designated areas.
- Planting native species in new locations.
- Removing dead shrubs and hunting for Russian Thistle (tumbleweed) shoots.
- Rebuilding basins around newer plants to support growth.
- Installing small signs to remind visitors to keep dogs on leashes, protecting local wildlife like the threatened Coastal California Gnatcatcher.
- An Open House will run concurrently, offering information about the park and guided tours for those interested in learning more about this cherished local treasure. Special note: David Kimball’s grandson, whose family helped establish the park’s 3-acre Demonstration Garden over 20 years ago, will join us from London and UCSD.
What to Bring:
- Gloves that fit (tools will be provided).
- Long pants and closed-toe shoes (no open-toe shoes or shorts).
- Sunscreen for protection.
- Water, orange slices, and energy bars will be available, and a limited number of Rotarians at Work (RAW) shirts will be distributed based on a Friday count.
Why It Matters:
This event continues the legacy of community-driven efforts to preserve Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, a vital habitat for native plants and wildlife. Come lend a hand, enjoy a morning outdoors, and make a lasting impact on Ocean Beach’s natural beauty.
For more information, visit https://pointlomarotary.org or contact the Point Loma Rotary Club.
