The atmospheric river put water in our streams! Here is Palo Seco Creek, Joaquin Miller Park, on Monday afternoon, October 25, 2021.
Photo by Andrew Aldrich.
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Friends of Sausal Creek is a volunteer-based, community organization. We appreciate your support of our education, monitoring, and restoration programs in the Sausal Creek Watershed. |
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November Community Event
Reading the Land
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Become a Friend of Sausal Creek |
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Success and Thank You!
16th Annual Native Plant Sale
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A huge thank you to everyone who participated in the FOSC native plant sale this year! We sold 1,588 plants, the most ever sold during our 16 years of plant sales. We raised just over $12,000 in plants sold to over 120 customers. These funds contribute to the support of our restoration, education, and nursery programs. We love to think of all the plants from our nursery thriving and creating habitat in their new homes across the bay area.
And finally, a huge thanks to our amazing volunteers and board members who made it all happen - Karen R., Karen P., Chris, Annette, Alan, Nancy, Bob, Tim, Barry, Mark, Rob, and Carl! And an enormous thank you to Beth Keer - board member, plant guru, and web designer - for creating the online native plant sale store. Pivoting from an in-person to online sale last year, Beth jumped in and designed the store; this year she implemented upgrades to ensure a customer-friendly experience. Beth even reviewed every single order in preparation for the plant pick-up days!
If you have any feedback about this year's online plant sale experience that you think we should hear, contact us at coordinator@sausalcreek.org.
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THANK YOU FOR
YOUR SUPPORT!
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Explore the Watershed
May Chen in the Pollinator Garden at Bridgeview
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With the incredible rainstorm on October 24, it seems that the seasons have now truly changed - and with the rapid change of light, both plants and insects are on hold until Spring arrives again. What better time to look back at one of FOSC volunteer May Chen’s lovely Pollinator Posts from the Spring of 2021? May has graciously given us permission to reprint her May 5, 2021 article. Enjoy! |
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A ladybeetle larvae (family Coccinellidae) on an inflorescence of yarrow, Achillea millefolium
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Beautiful FOSC t-shirts!
Just in time for the solstice holidays
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In celebration of our 25th Anniversary, FOSC is excited to announce our new line of t-shirts, featuring a design by graphic artist and FOSC volunteer May Woo.
These shirts are all 100% soft cotton and will be available in various Women's and Men's sizes and children's sizes 8, 10, and 12. Have a look at our new design, and be sure to check our website and next month's newsletter to place your order in time for the holidays!
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Join Our Team
We're Hiring!
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Join our team as the Communications and Community Education Intern. This internship will support FOSC’s community outreach, volunteer, outdoor education, and restoration programs.
When: January 1 - June 30, 2022, however an extension of the internship is possible.
Pay: The rate of pay is $ 18.00 an hour.
Hours: The number of hours required is 15-20 per week, with a flexible schedule.
Applications should be received no later than December 6, 2021, with priority given to earlier applications. To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and two references (name, contact) to FOSC Executive Director Anna Marie Schmidt at jobs@sausalcreek.org.
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Friend of the Month
Sharon Gosselin
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On this 25th--year anniversary of the Friends of Sausal Creek, we want to spotlight the stories of some of the founding members and their vision for the future of the watershed.
Sharon Gosselin manages the stormwater programs for the County of Alameda, and the Alameda County Flood Control and Water Conservation District.
Sharon was kind enough to share her recollections of the early days of Friends of Sausal Creek.
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Friends of Sausal Creek (FOSC): What were you doing in your life when you first became involved with Friends of Sausal Creek, and what inspired you to be a part of this organization?
Sharon Gosselin (SG): I was the stormwater public information/participation coordinator for the Alameda County Flood Control and Water Conservation District.
FOSC: What projects or events in FOSC's history have been important or memorable for you?
SG: Important and memorable - seeing the seeds of a community watershed awareness program, with a little water and sunshine, blossom and flourish into a thriving not-for-profit group, the Friends of Sausal Creek.
FOSC: What are your hopes for FOSC and/or the Watershed looking forward for the next 25 years? What challenges and opportunities do you see on the horizon?
SG: I wish FOSC continued success for years to come. I would love to see the lower watershed community project focus more integrated in the organization.
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Introducing New Student Board of Director
Aneeshi Desai
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Aneeshi Desai is a senior studying civil and environmental engineering at U.C. Berkeley. Go Bears!
She has experience with water quality and treatment as she is currently serving as a project manager for the American Society of Civil Engineers Cal Environmental Team. She will be graduating in May of 2022 and hopes to pursue a Masters Degree in Environmental Engineering. She loves playing soccer, painting, going to live concerts, going outdoors, and all things water and sustainable based.
She is excited for this opportunity with Friends of Sausal Creek to learn and grow. Welcome Aneeshi!
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To keep our community safe, please come prepared to wear a mask and social distance.
Pollinator Garden Workday
Sunday, November 7 and 21, at 9 a.m.
Bridgeview Trailhead
Native Plant Nursery Volunteer Drop-In Hours
Wednesdays in November, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 13, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Friends of Sausal Creek Native Plant Nursery
Restoration Workday in Dimond Canyon
Saturday, November 13, 9 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Meet at the Scout Hut in Dimond Park
Oak Tree Rescue
Sunday, November 14 and 28, at 9 a.m.
Bridgeview Pollinator Garden
Restoration Workday in Joaquin Miller Park
Saturday, November 20, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Location: TBD
"Reading the Land" Community Walk and Talk
Friday, November 26, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Beaconsfield Canyon Restoration Workday
Saturday, November 27, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Beaconsfield Place at Keswick Court
Restoration Workday at Dimond Canyon
Saturday, November 27, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Meet at the Scout Hut in Dimond Park
Trail Stewardship Crew
Sunday, November 28, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Location: TBD
We need volunteers in the watershed now more than ever! Join us for one of our many workdays this November.
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Our mission is to restore, maintain, and protect the Sausal Creek Watershed. We educate future generations, involve the community in local environmental stewardship, and collaborate with agencies and other nonprofits to have a positive impact on the local ecosystem. |
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Contact:
Anna Marie Schmidt
Executive Director
510-501-3672
Jay Cassianni
Restoration and Nursery Manager
510-325-9006
Satoko Mills
Watershed Restoration Technician
Elizabeth Boegel
Communications and Community Education Intern
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Photo Credits: Mark Rauzon, Jay Cassiani, Elizabeth Boegel, May Chen, Sharon Gosselin, Anna Marie Schmidt
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