REI is teaming up with the East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD) on Saturday, July 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to restore the Hardy Canyon Trail at Round Valley Regional Preserve near Brentwood. Volunteer work includes repairing trail tread, constructing drainage features and clearing overgrowth along the trail. EBRPD staff will provide tools, gloves and project supervision. REI will bring breakfast goodies, and EBRPD will supply lunch (e-mail krarey@rei.com for vegetarian meal). Those under 18 must be accompanied by a supervising adult. Advance registration is required and can be made online at
www.rei.com/event/39100/session/49260/09182012.