Edgewood Weed Warriors
Overview
Though just 467 acres, Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve near Redwood City is widely known for fabulous wildflowers and amazing diversity. Did you know it’s an official Natural Preserve, and the only one in the San Mateo County park system? As a Natural Preserve, its goal is to protect native species, including over 300 native plants! And that’s where YOU can help.
Invasive, non-native “weeds” displace native plants and reduce diversity. But dedicated park staff and volunteers work to control the weeds so natives have plenty of room to flourish as part of a collaboration lead by the Friends of Edgewood that also includes San Mateo County Parks & Recreation and our chapter. The group operates under a permit issued to the Friends of Edgewood. They meet regularly to remove invasive plants at Edgewood, thereby allowing for greater biodiversity, natural habitats, and those beautiful wildflower displays that everyone enjoys.
Want to help preserve this natural treasure?
Volunteer with the Edgewood Weed Warriors restoration team!
You’ll be able to:
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Learn about native plants, weeds, and ecology from local experts
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View rarely seen plants up close at our work sites
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Meet other volunteers with similar interests
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Keep Edgewood native while getting fresh air and exercise in a beautiful setting!
There’s lots to do so everyone is welcome, whether every week, occasionally, or just once. No experience is necessary, just volunteer spirit and an interest in Edgewood.
Important Notes:
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Don't do this on your own! Plant removal & going off trail require a permit.
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Teens must each be accompanied by one of their own parents; unaccompanied adult students must have proof of age.
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Large groups should call ahead to make special arrangements.
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Sturdy gloves are recommended; you might also want: sunscreen, water, a hat, layered clothing, long sleeves/pants.
History
The volunteer restoration program at Edgewood Park has run for over 25 years. Known as the Edgewood Weed Warriors, the program has made amazing progress. To learn more about the past history and what challenges lie ahead, check out:
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Drew Shell's Edgewood Weed Warriors... 25 Years Young! presentation, October 2013
Restoration Sessions
The Edgewood Weed Warriors have weekly sessions on Wednesday afternoons during daylight saving time and at 9 am on Friday mornings year round. Meeting locations are determined weekly. For more information contact the Weed Warriors coordinator at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
The program operates under permission from and/or in partnership with:
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County Parks Edgewood page
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