McClellan Ranch Preserve is part of a 60-acre open space and recreational area owned by the City of Cupertino. Harnessing the power of volunteers, youth stewards, and neighbors, Grassroots Ecology has helped transform a previously-degraded habitat into a lush and biodiverse meadow.

We will reflect on the successes and challenges of this 10-year restoration project and provide strategies for gardeners interested in revitalizing or adding to their own projects. 

This talk will be held at the Cupertino Library and will not be available online. No registration is required.

Stephanie Saffouri is the project lead in charge of habitat restoration at McClellan Ranch Preserve in Cupertino. She studied plant ecology and loves to teach people about the amazing nature right under their noses. Laura Powers and Petra Boester are placed at McClellan as Corpsmembers in the Watershed Stewards Program. They are learning all they can about California ecology, restoration and community engagement. All three are Bay Area natives, just like their favorite plants!