Rain Garden (Photo – Doreen Jones)
Begin 2026 with some dirt under your nails. Join the Rain Gardens team Sunday, January 4, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, for a garden installation in San Gabriel!
By Melanie Hooks
The ActiveSGV Rain Gardens Team invites you to volunteer with them. Transform a community member’s garden into a water-saving, habitat-rich ecosystem, and learn practical skills you can use at home.
What you’ll learn: The team will walk you through the sheet mulching process, an eco-friendly technique that removes lawns while improving soil health. You’ll see how it works and learn tips for handling different types of grass. You’ll also see how to shape the ground to create swales and capture precious rain, allowing the garden to thrive with minimal watering.
Activities include:
- Creating swales to collect rainwater
- Laying cardboard to smother grass
- Spreading wood chip mulch to improve the soil
- Removing invasive plants to let native plants flourish
What to bring:
- Closed-toed shoes, a hat, long sleeves, a water bottle, and a snack or lunch.
- Your preferred dust mask (or use one provided)
Gloves, tools, snacks, and plenty of extra water will be available on site.
This is a great opportunity to connect with your neighbors, learn something new, and be part of a growing movement for greener, more resilient communities. Make a difference — one garden at a time!
Free Event. Register online here. Contact: Mari@activesgv.org.
Rain Garden Volunteer Day Sunday, January 4 10:00 am Location 723 Montecito Dr, San Gabriel, CA 91776
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