Beaver Fest IV Seeks Volunteers

The annual Beaver Festival IV, scheduled for August 6 in what is unofficially called Beaver Park (at the corner of Escobar and Castro streets), is seeking volunteers from throughout the community.

"Worth A Dam is looking for a hand," said Heidi Perryman of the organization devoted to protecting the Martinez beavers in Alhambra Creek. "Volunteers are needed to help with activities, displays, set-up equipment and generally make this year’s festival the best ever."

The daylong event will feature information booths, music and other entertainment, and events aimed at educating people about the value of beavers and other wildlife in the creek.

"Whether you’re a strong silent type, a retiree that likes to paint or a teen that’s handy at making jewelry, we have a job for you," Perryman said. "At this year’s State of the Beaver Conference in Oregon we learned that beaver experts from at least three states will be attending this year’s festival to see about implementing one of their very own. Come have a dam good time, help your beavers and let’s show them how it’s done."

For more information and to volunteer, contact Perryman through the Worth A Dam website, or phone 925-283-4499.