Restoring the Dunes—One Bag at a Time

Coastline Protection

This morning, KLM volunteers showed up once again for Loreto’s coastline—removing over 150 bags of invasive species from fragile dune systems and making space for native vegetation to return and thrive.

Coastal dunes are more than sand—they are living systems that protect Loreto from erosion, storm surge, and habitat loss. When invasive species take over, they weaken these natural defenses and crowd out the plants that hold everything together.

Today’s work was about more than removal—it was about restoration.

Volunteers worked side by side to clear invasive growth and replant native species that stabilize the dunes, support wildlife, and strengthen Loreto’s natural coastal protection.

This is how change happens—consistently, collectively, and with care.

In Today’s Effort, KLM Volunteers:

  • Removed over 150 bags of invasive plants from dune areas

  • Replanted native vegetation to restore natural dune stability

  • Helped protect habitat for birds, pollinators, and coastal species

  • Strengthened natural defenses against erosion and storm surge

  • Continued long-term restoration work years in the making

Why This Matters

Healthy dunes protect not just wildlife—but people. They act as natural barriers for coastal communities like Loreto and Loreto Bay, reducing the impact of storms and preserving the shoreline for future generations.

Every restored section of dune is a step toward a more resilient coastline.

The work continues, and with every effort like this, Loreto’s coastline grows stronger.
— Cecilia Fischer, KLM Program Manager