Summer 2023-Huntington Beach Wetlands Conservancy with OCH (Newland Marsh)

OCH is hosting a 3-part restoration project at the Huntington Beach Wetlands Conservancy as we continue our restoration projects in their salt marsh habitat in Newland Marsh. You'll be getting your hands dirty by removing invasive species, planting native species, and/or doing debris clean-up around the site. It is also a wonderful chance to expand your knowledge on wetland ecosystems and native flora.

Any specific questions about the event? Email [email protected] or text us at 949.697.8651

If you are bringing a large group, please notify OC Habitats by emailing [email protected]. We request that each person or family sign up individually so we can contact each attendee if we have a cancellation or information to share. Thank you.

• HEADQUARTER LOCATION: HBWC is off of Newland, just off of Pacific Coast Highway
• Huntington Beach Wetlands Conservancy - 21900 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA, 92646
• Parking is free and available in the back lot behind the Interpretive Center and Wildlife Care Center.
• Restrooms are available at the HBWC Headquarters.
• OTHER LOCATIONS: Newland Marsh (off of Newland or Beach Blvd), Magnolia Marsh - South (off of Magnolia), Brookhurst Marsh (off of Magnolia or Brookhurst), Talbert Marsh (off of Brookhurst Street).
• Parking is free within all sites.
• Restrooms are not on site at Newland, Brookhurst and Talbert locations. Public restrooms are across the street at the State Beaches.

• BRING: Wear layers in case of hot or cold weather, hat/sunscreen, refillable water bottle, and work gloves. All participants should dress appropriately for the activity wearing long pants and closed toed shoes. You WILL get dirty!
• PROVIDED: Tools and water refill station will be provided

• WAIVER: If you have not worked at HBWC in the last 12 months, you will need to sign our joint waiver (hard copy) or waiver (online). If you are under the age of 18, you will need your parent or guardian to sign the waivers before you arrive at the event (if they are not staying with you). If you have already filled out a waiver for the year you are participating, there is no need to fill out another (we renew all waivers at the beginning of each year.)

• NOTE MEET LOCATION: Sometimes we have our team meet at one of the marshes within the HBWC system which could be off of Newland, Magnolia, or Brookhurst streets. Please be sure to CHECK YOUR REMINDER EMAILS the week before the event to confirm the meet location.
• NOTE SCHEDULE: This event is subject to change on short notice due to weather conditions or health and safety protocols, so be sure to check your email prior to the event for any changes or updates
• PUBLIC HEALTH: OCH/HBWC will always comply with the CDC standards on matters of public health. Masks are now recommended, but not required. We will have tools and gloves but recommend you bring your own work gloves. Sanitizer will be on hand for your use as well as a water refill station. We will ask all participants to socially distance (outside of their pod) with a minimum of 6 feet spacing

Waivers:

Hard Copy:

• If you have not worked at HBWC in the last 12 months, you will need to sign our joint waiver. If you are under the age of 18, you will need your parent or guardian to sign the waivers before you arrive at the event (if they are not staying with you). If you have already filled out a waiver for the year you are participating, there is no need to fill out another (we renew all waivers at the beginning of each year.)

Online Waiver:

• We are transitioning to an online waiver, if you haven't already filled out a hard copy waiver, you may use our online waiver system.
• HBWC/OCH Liability Waiver

Questions? Contact us at [email protected] or call 949-697-8651

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Huntington Beach Wetlands Conservancy (sometimes we meet at one of the other marshes, please check your reminder emails), 21900 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, United States