Resource Conservation District of the Santa Monica Mountains. RCDSMM works with public and private landowners to conserve natural resources throughout the Santa Monica Mountains and environs, with focus on: restoring native habitat, monitoring endangered species; providing environmental education to local schools; translating scientific research into practical solutions; promoting water conservation and improving water quality; collaborating on local projects with our partners, including local, state and federal agencies and organizations.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES We invite volunteers to help with a variety of Stream Team events including oak tree care and planting, invasive crayfish removal, stream monitoring for frogs and turtles, and post-fire creek and tree monitoring. Email oaksrus@verizon.net to be added to the volunteer email list and to be notified of events. We anticipate lots of activities in late winter into spring.
We also are looking for part time educators to help with field based school programs throughout the spring. Everyone, including former teachers and docents, parents interested in working during school hours and college students interested in learning how to teach nature based activities are all encouraged to contact us for more information at www.rcdsmm.org. Training is provided!