A tale of two trees: Saving the Coast Live Oak and the Joshua tree
The Coast Live Oak and the western Joshua tree are keystone species in their respective communities, but both face regional and climate-related threats. For LA Climate Week, join the Altadena Seed Library and the Mojave Desert Land Trust for a deep and interactive exploration of these iconic species through the potency of seeds.
Learn about some of the challenges these iconic species face, the role they play in their communities, and why humans need to protect them for our own survival.
Attendees will come to understand the Mojave Desert Land Trust's groundbreaking seed bank work around the Joshua tree, and how resources like seed libraries and conservation seed banking can preserve vital species across Southern California and beyond. Study seeds under the microscope, process seeds in community, and make your voice heard through advocacy campaigns!
Presenters:
Nina Raj, Founder, Altadena Seed Library
Kelly Herbinson, Executive Director, Mojave Desert Land Trust
Patrick Emblidge, Plant Conservation Program Manager, Mojave Desert Land Trust
Snacks and some chairs will be provided. You may wish to bring a blanket, water, and a sun hat.
Location: Arlington Garden in Pasadena, a climate-appropriate habitat garden. The workshop will take place outdoors, in the Olive Allee. The onsite bathroom is a standard, step up port-a-potty.
Parking/Getting there: The garden is located in a residential neighborhood. Street parking on Arlington Drive is limited and the garden gets busy on weekends. To help alleviate traffic pressure on our immediate neighbors, please park in the surrounding neighborhood on Wigmore Dr. (one block north, access from Orange Grove Blvd.) or Madeline St. (one block south, access from Pasadena Ave). If you are able, we strongly encourage carpooling, Metro, rideshare, and/or bike. The garden is a 20 minute walk from the Metro Fillmore Station. Enter the Garden at the west (main) entrance with the archway. There are 3 small steps and a no-step entrance to the right. Sidewalk curb cuts are adjacent to the main entrance on the west side of the Garden on Arlington Drive (apartment driveway). A garden map is here.
By registering for this event, you agree to share your registration information with the LA Climate Week Organizers and the event hosts.