Gateway to Campus Park MiniNature Reserve

Where is this event located?

Intersection of F Street and 5th Street in the Northwest corner

What is a MiniNature Reserve?

A MiniNature Reserve (MNR) is a native garden planted by volunteers in a parkway, school, local park, or other small area. A MiniNature Reserve Installation is the event in which we do the planting.

Where do I park?

There is ample parking on F Street. 

What are we doing at this event?

Under the guidance of the lead volunteer, we will be digging holes, transplanting plants to their new home, possibly mulching, and weeding. 

What should I bring with me?

-Gardening gloves

-Water

-Sun Protection

-Close Toed Shoes

MiniNature Reserve will provide spare water, snacks, orange safety vests, and tools.

What should I expect?

• We will be outdoors for this event there will be shade
• Dress comfortably and be ready to get dirty!
• We will be working along a busy street but there will be traffic cones for extra safet
• Not suitable for young children
• Before participating, you MUST sign a waiver, you MUST wear an orange safety vest (provided), and you MUST wear gloves (provided). We will be digging holes, putting plants in the ground, working with tools, & more.
• There are NO RESTROOMS on site. If you need a restroom, you may have to walk or drive to Vons or Downtown. 

Who is MiniNature Reserve?

MiniNature Reserve 501(c)(3) is a Gen Z-led native plant conservation and community garden nursery. Our mission is to re-establish native plants in the urban environment. We do events like workshops and educational visits for our community.

Who is Friends of Campus Park 

A grass roots collective of Oxnard residents and supporters have been advocating for botanical garden uses at Campus Park since 2011.  In 2013, those efforts resulted in the City Council turning down a more active, sports complex like development in favor of adopting a stance that Campus Park must include spaces for a more quiet and passive use in the form of botanical gardens and other more relaxed, natural types of settings.

What is the age requirement for MiniNature Reserve Installations?

Participants must be at least 18 years old in order to sign a waiver.

Participants under the age of 18 are welcome with the presence of their legal guardian/parent for the duration of the event.

Not suitable for younger kids as we are working by a busy street

Are there bathrooms at this event?

There are no restrooms on site.

What if there is rain forecasted?

In case of light rain, we have a limited number of rain ponchos. Heavy rain will be cancelled. You will be notified via email if you RSVP. We will also post on Instagram story. 

Who do I contact if I have questions or concerns?

Please reach out to info@MiniNature.org or contact Diego at (805) 816-8732.

You can also call Claudia Leiva from Friends of Campus Park (805) 978-0172

Are there accommodations for people who need it?

Please contact us at info@MiniNature.org for further information. We will do our best to ensure that our community has every opportunity to participate!

Can I bring my youth organization or school group? Please contact us at info@MiniNature.org for further information. We require legal guardians/parents to sign waivers. Adult supervision is required at all times.

Can I plant my own plants in this MiniNature Reserve?

Yes, we would absolutely love that! If you would like to bring a plant to put in the ground or some seeds to spread, we will take any of the following species for this MiniNature Reserve Installation:

-Hummingbird Sage

Purple sage

-Bush sunflower

-CA buckwheat

-Golden Bush

-Monkey Flower

-California Fuschia

-Bladder pod

-Silver Bush Lupine

-Blue Eyed Grass

-Golden yarrow

-Yarrow

-Milkweed