Active Transportation/Parks/Trails

Evening Canoe the Slough

Thursday, May 26, 2016 - 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Columbia Slough Watershed Council

Bring the whole family for a safe and fun canoe trip on the slow-moving Columbia Slough!  We'll have some canoes set up in a "bimaran" configuration - this setup is safe for new paddlers, infants and grandparents alike. Families may also borrow regular canoes and kayaks (limited) during the 7:00 PM shift.  If you are interested in kayaks (7-8 PM), let us know in the comments section of your registration and we'll check on availability and get back to you.  We'll provide the canoe, lifejacket, paddle, - you provide the paddling muscle. 

Enjoy the water, plants, and wildlife from the best seat possible! $5-8/person $15-20/family suggested donation, advanced registration required. CLICK HERE now to register.

Contact Name: 
Karen Carrillo
Contact Phone: 
5032811132
Contact Email: 
karen.carrillo@columbiaslough.org
Cost: 
FREE (Donation Requested)

Cycle the Well Field!

Saturday, May 21, 2016 - 8:45am to 1:30pm
Columbia Slough Watershed Council
Categories: 

Join the Portland Water Bureau and the Columbia Slough Watershed Council for a FREE bicycle tour through Portland's Columbia South Shore Well Field! Located deep below the Columbia Slough Watershed, the City's well field is capable of producing close to 100 million gallons of high-quality drinking water per day. The well field is used as an emergency backup for the Bull Run source and to augment our water supply during the summer when demand for water is higher.

Refreshments will be provided.  Space is limited so register early!  CLICK HERE now to register.

Event URL: http://www.columbiaslough.org/index.php/events/event/107/

The Ride:

At several stops along the ride, experts from the Portland Water Bureau and the Columbia Slough Watershed Council will reveal the mysteries of groundwater, discuss how groundwater provides flexibility and reliability to the City's water supply and explain how we can all protect this important resource. Bring your bike, helmet, water bottle and lunch. Dress for the weather.

Start/Finish Location:

Aloft Portland Airport at Cascade Station

9920 NE Cascades Pkwy

Portland, OR 97220

Sponsors:  

The Portland Water Bureau, Aloft Portland Airport at Cascade Station, and Columbia Slough Watershed Council

Length & Difficulty:

Approximately 16 miles over relatively flat terrain, at a slow/moderate pace. Suitable for advanced beginner and intermediate riders due to the length and possible headwinds. Ages 12 and up are welcome. Helmets and pre-registration are required.

Questions?

Contact Karen Carrillo at karen.carrillo@columbiaslough.org or 503-281-113

Contact Name: 
Karen Carrillo
Contact Phone: 
5032811132
Contact Email: 
karen.carrillo@columbiaslough.org
Venue: 
Aloft Portland Airport at Cascade Station
Venue Details: 
Start and Finish: Aloft Portland Airport at Cascade Station 9920 NE Cascades Pkwy Portland, OR 97220
Cost: 
FREE

Cathlapotle Plankhouse Mother's Day Celebration

Sunday, May 8, 2016 - 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Friends of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge
Address: 
28908 NW Main Ave.
Ridgefield, WA 97684
United States

Where:  Cathlapotle Plankhouse at the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge - Carty Unit:

28908 NW Main Ave, Ridgefield, WA 98642; www.ridgefieldfriends.org

When: Sunday, May 8th, 2016

What: Take mom out for a stroll at the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge to connect with wildlife and Native culture this Mothers' Day at 1:00pm. Learn how the traditional roles of Native women in Pacific Northwest helped maintain gender equality and how evidence of women's labor show up in the archaeological record. The Plankhouse will be open for visitors from 12pm-4pm, and there will be activities for the kids as well. 

1pm: Presentation "Where the Women Are: Gender and Power in the Archaeological Record of the Pacific Northwest"

The Pacific Northwest has a rich ethnographic record which details the lifeways of Native Americans at the time of Euro-American contact. Despite the wealth of data on gender division of labor in indigenous groups of the 19th-20th centuries, archaeological research on gender is rare. Activities traditionally associated with women such as plant gathering cooking, basketry, and mat making remain poorly understood in comparison to activities typically associated with men. In this presentation doctoral student, Tiffany Fulkerson, will explore the relationship between women's labor and their social power through evidence in the archaeological record.

2pm: Ethnobotany Hike
Join our speaker and a Refuge Naturalist for a walk on the Oaks to Wetlands Trail discussing spring plants and their relationship with Chinookan culture. Participants should be prepared for a 2 mile hike on moderately uneven terrain. Meet at the Plankhouse.

12pm - 4pm: Plankhouse Tours and Children's Activities
Tour the Plankhouse on your own or guided by our experienced volunteers. Children's activities exploring local nature and culture will be available as well.

Cost:   Refuge admission is $3 per vehicle - save money and carpool with a friend!

Contact:  Sarah Hill; 360.887.4106/Sarah_Hill@fws.gov For wheelchair access to events, please contact Sarah prior to the event date.

Contact Name: 
Sarah Hill
Contact Phone: 
360 887 4106
Contact Email: 
plankhouse@gmail.com
Venue: 
Cathlapotle Plankhouse - Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge - Carty Unit
Cost: 
$3.00 admission per vehicle to the Refuge

Volunteer Paddle Team Orientation: Part 2

Saturday, April 9, 2016 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
Columbia Slough Watershed Council
Address: 
7040 NE 47th Ave
Portland, OR 97218
United States
Categories: 

Each year the Columbia Slough Watershed Council hosts dozens of educational paddling events that expose adults and children to the wonders of the Columbia Slough. We're seeking novice to advanced paddlers who would like to volunteer to assist with our Twilight Paddles, Slough School kids' paddles and our summer festivals. Orientation Part 1 will focus on the logistical aspects of this volunteer team. Orientation Part 2 will include on-water skill building. Volunteers must attend each session.

Scheduling is flexible. Volunteers are expected to commit to 1-2 programs per month over the paddle season (May through August) with the option to continue with Fall programming. Before orientation, volunteers complete a short, informal interview with the Council's Volunteer Coordinator.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
*    Assist staff members with canoe and kayak-based educational and recreational activities
*    Monitor and lead volunteers in the paddling area at events
*    Facilitate safe, inclusive on-water activities with kids and adults
*    Perform routine maintenance on boats and paddling equipment 

Minimum Qualifications
*    Novice to advanced canoeing and kayaking skills
*    Strong communication, teamwork and leadership skills
*    Able to work in variable outdoor conditions, sometimes cold and/or rainy and dark
*    Able to take direction and initiative, provide leadership when needed
*    Comfortable working with children and adults
*    Able to lift 30 pounds overhead

To apply
Please send a brief letter of interest to Hanna Davis at Hanna.Davis@columbiaslough.org describing your experience and interest or call (503) 281-1132 to schedule a time to speak over the phone.

Contact Name: 
Karen Carrillo
Contact Phone: 
503-281-1132
Contact Email: 
karen.carrillo@columbiaslough.org
Venue: 
Whitaker Ponds Nature Park
Cost: 
Free

Volunteer Paddle Team Orientation: Part 1

Thursday, April 7, 2016 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Columbia Slough Watershed Council
Address: 
7040 NE 47th Ave
Portland, OR 97218
United States
Categories: 

Each year the Columbia Slough Watershed Council hosts dozens of educational paddling events that expose adults and children to the wonders of the Columbia Slough. We're seeking novice to advanced paddlers who would like to volunteer to assist with our Twilight Paddles, Slough School kids' paddles and our summer festivals. Orientation Part 1 will focus on the logistical aspects of this volunteer team. Orientation Part 2 on the following Saturday will include on-water skill building. Volunteers must attend each session.

Scheduling is flexible. Volunteers are expected to commit to 1-2 programs per month over the paddle season (May through August) with the option to continue with Fall programming. Before orientation, volunteers complete a short, informal interview with the Council's Volunteer Coordinator.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
*    Assist staff members with canoe and kayak-based educational and recreational activities
*    Monitor and lead volunteers in the paddling area at events
*    Facilitate safe, inclusive on-water activities with kids and adults
*    Perform routine maintenance on boats and paddling equipment 

Minimum Qualifications
*    Novice to advanced canoeing and kayaking skills
*    Strong communication, teamwork and leadership skills
*    Able to work in variable outdoor conditions, sometimes cold and/or rainy and dark
*    Able to take direction and initiative, provide leadership when needed
*    Comfortable working with children and adults
*    Able to lift 30 pounds overhead

To apply
Please send a brief letter of interest to Hanna Davis at Hanna.Davis@columbiaslough.org describing your experience and interest or call (503) 281-1132 to schedule a time to speak over the phone.

Contact Name: 
Hanna Davis
Contact Phone: 
503-281-1132
Contact Email: 
hanna.davis@columbiaslough.org
Cost: 
Free

Columbia Slough Paddle Team Orientation 2

Saturday, April 9, 2016 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
Columbia Slough Watershed Council
Address: 
7040 NE 47th Ave
Portland, OR 97218
United States

Each year the Columbia Slough Watershed Council hosts dozens of educational paddling events that expose adults and children to the wonders of the Columbia Slough. We're seeking novice to advanced paddlers who would like to volunteer to assist with our Twilight Paddles, Slough School kids' paddles and our summer festivals.

Time commitment:  Scheduling is flexible. Volunteers are expected to commit to 1-2 programs per month over the paddle season (May through August) with the option to continue with Fall programming. Before serving, volunteers attend a two orientation sessions. Before orientation, volunteers complete a short, informal interview with the Council's Volunteer Coordinator.

Orientation Session 1: Thursday, April 7th, 2016, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Orientation Session 2: Saturday, April 16th, 2016, 9:00am - 1:00pm

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

* Assist staff members with canoe and kayak-based educational and recreational activities

* Monitor and lead volunteers in the paddling area at events

* Facilitate safe, inclusive on-water activities with kids and adults

* Perform routine maintenance on boats and paddling equipment

Minimum Qualifications

* Novice to advanced canoeing and kayaking skills

* Strong communication, teamwork and leadership skills

* Able to work in variable outdoor conditions, sometimes cold and/or rainy and dark

* Able to take direction and initiative, provide leadership when needed

* Able to lift 30 pounds overhead

Preferred Qualifications

* Interest in local flora, fauna and water quality issues

* Affinity for sharing natural history of the Slough and the watershed

* Familiarity with N and NE Portland waterways

* First aid and CPR certified

Location and Transportation:  Most events take place at Whitaker Ponds Natural Area (7040 NE 47th Ave. Portland OR).  Programming also takes place at a variety of other locations across the watershed. Volunteers are responsible for arranging their own transportation to and from the event site. Sites are generally accessible by car, bus, and bike.

Interested? Send a brief letter of intent (1-2 paragraphs) about why you're interested in this position to Volunteer Coordinator Hanna Davis at hanna.davis@columbiaslough.org or send your letter to 7040 NE 47th Ave, Portland, OR 97218. Include your name, address, email address and phone number.

Contact Name: 
Hanna Davis
Contact Phone: 
(503) 281-1132
Contact Email: 
hanna.davis@columbiaslough.org
Venue: 
Whitaker Ponds Nature Park

Guided Nature Hike

Wednesday, February 17, 2016 - 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Columbia Springs
Address: 
12208 SE Evergreen Hwy
Vancouver, WA 98683
United States

Join us for free urban nature adventures every third Wednesday, February through November (except April and July)! Each guided "hike" will consist of an easy walk or tour with a theme, appropriate for all ages. February's theme: the fish hatchery. Join us for a hands-on, behind-the-scenes look of how we raise trout, steelhead, and salmon! All ages are welcome! No registration required. Contact volunteer@columbiasprings.org or 360-882-0936 ext. 230 with questions.

Contact Name: 
Kaley McLachlan
Contact Phone: 
3608820936
Contact Email: 
volunteer@columbiasprings.org
Venue: 
Columbia Springs
Cost: 
FREE

MLK Day of Service Volunteer Work Party

Monday, January 18, 2016 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Clark County Parks

Help restore an urban natural area and wildlife habitat by removing invasive Himalayan blackberry along Salmon Creek Greenway in Vancouver. Gloves, tools, and snacks provided. Ages 10 and up. Meet at trailhead on NW 36th Ave.  Registration for this free event is encouraged at www.parkhero.org.

Contact Name: 
Karen Llewellyn
Contact Phone: 
360-397-6118 ex. 1627
Contact Email: 
karen.llewellyn@clark.wa.gov
Venue: 
Salmon Creek Greenway
Venue Details: 
Meet at the trailhead on NW 36th Ave, Vancouver, just north of Creekside Drive. Street parking only.
Cost: 
Free

Active Transportation Un-Forum Powered by You

October 2015 -- About 45 urban-canopy lovers gathered on Oct. 14 for the second installment of The Intertwine Alliance's series of conversations about active transportation issues and best practices in the Portland region. The event was organized as an un-conference, essentially an open-format venue for citizens and practitioners to foster cross-disciplinary discussion and sharing of ideas. Topics ranged from harnessing people power to write new transportation policy guidance to understanding how to manage high-value, high-traffic streets to be livable and safe. The energy in the room was good, and attendees pledged to continue the conversations in upcoming forums.

Added or Updated: 
Monday, November 2, 2015 - 2:15pm
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Bike the Levees

Sunday, October 11, 2015 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
Columbia Slough Watershed Council
Address: 
1880 NE Elrod Dr
Portland, OR 97211
United States

Bring your bike and your friends for a tour of Portland's levee system! The Multnomah County Drainage Districts and the Columbia Slough Watershed Council will lead this 15-mile trip on easy terrain. We'll be on a mix of dedicated pedestrian path, bike lanes and short distances of shoulder riding. A portion of this ride will be on the scenic Columbia Slough Trail. Learn about functionality and history of Portland's levee system which protects people and properties from flooding the work being done to ensure that the levee system meets modern standards for public safety.  Registration requested.  Register here: http://columbiaslough.org/index.php/events/event/356/

Contact Phone: 
503 281-1132
Contact Email: 
events@columbiaslough.org
Venue: 
Multnomah County Drainage Districts
Cost: 
FREE

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