conservation education

Beneficial Insects

Thursday, September 29, 2016 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
621 NE 76th Ave.
Portland, OR 97213
United States

Did you know that beneficial insects work around the clock to protect your garden from pests? Meet the beetles, bugs, flies, lacewings and other invertebrates that provide free pest control. You will discover ways to attract and sustain these friendly beneficial insects that help your garden thrive, and also learn about a few invasive insects to keep an eye out for. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
Bridgeport United Church of Christ
Cost: 
Free!

Naturescaping Basics

Saturday, September 24, 2016 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
3534 SE Main St.
Portland, OR 97214
United States

Learn to create a low-maintenance landscape that conserves water, prevents pollution, and saves you time, money and energy. Get natural gardening & design tips that mimic nature, and make your garden a healthy place for children, pets and wildlife. Class covers native plants that thrive in the PNW, and other core naturescaping concepts. Where possible, workshop includes a short tour of a nearby garden. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
SE Uplift
Cost: 
Free!

Beneficial Insects

Wednesday, September 21, 2016 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
3520 SE Yamhill
Portland, OR 97214
United States

Did you know that beneficial insects work around the clock to protect your garden from pests? Meet the beetles, bugs, flies, lacewings and other invertebrates that provide free pest control. You will discover ways to attract and sustain these friendly beneficial insects that help your garden thrive, and also learn about a few invasive insects to keep an eye out for. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
Sunnyside Community House
Cost: 
Free!

Attracting Pollinators to the Urban Garden

Wednesday, October 19, 2016 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
5420 N Interstate Ave
Portland, OR 97217
United States

Learn about the bees, flies, beetles, moths and butterflies that provide vital pollination services in urban gardens, and discover which plants can help attract and support them. We will go beyond the bloom so you can find out how to provide water, shelter, nesting, and overwintering sites. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
Trillium Charter School
Cost: 
Free!

Rain Gardens 101

Saturday, September 17, 2016 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
1333 NW Eastman Parkway
Gresham, OR 97030
United States

Learn how rain gardens add beauty and color to your yard while helping restore the health of urban streams at the same time. You will get step-by-step details on how to plan, design and build your own rain garden. And discover tips for placement, plant selection, and maintenance. Where possible, workshop includes a short tour of a nearby rain garden. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
Gresham City Hall
Cost: 
Free!

Attracting Pollinators to the Urban Garden

Wednesday, September 14, 2016 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
11741 SE Foster Road
Portland, OR 97266
United States

Learn about the bees, flies, beetles, moths and butterflies that provide vital pollination services in urban gardens, and discover which plants can help attract and support them. We will go beyond the bloom so you can find out how to provide water, shelter, nesting, and overwintering sites. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Venue: 
Zenger Farm

Naturescaping Basics Workshop

Saturday, September 10, 2016 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
1333 NW Eastman Parkway
Gresham, OR 97030
United States

Learn to create a low-maintenance landscape that conserves water, prevents pollution, and saves you time, money and energy. Get natural gardening & design tips that mimic nature, and make your garden a healthy place for children, pets and wildlife. Class covers native plants that thrive in the PNW, and other core naturescaping concepts. Where possible, workshop includes a short tour of a nearby garden. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
Gresham City Hall
Cost: 
Free!

Volunteer Event: Policeman's Helmet Weed Pull at Wildwood

Saturday, August 6, 2016 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Sandy River Basin Watershed Council
Address: 
Wildwood Recreation Site
65670 US-26
Welches, OR 97067
United States

Help us pull policeman's helmet, a new plant invader along the Salmon River.  Bring water bottle, snacks, gardening gloves, natural bug repellent, and wear long pants and sleeves. 

Please RSVP to sara@sandyriver.org

Contact Name: 
Sara Ennis
Contact Phone: 
971-325-4224
Contact Email: 
sara@sandyriver.org
Venue: 
Wildwood Recreation Site
Venue Details: 
Follow entrance drive ~1mile straight towards the salmon river shelter off the circular parking lot. The $5 entrance fee will be waived.
Cost: 
Free -parking fee will be waived

Sauvie Island Center's Annual Barn Dance & BBQ

Saturday, July 30, 2016 - 4:30pm to 8:00pm
Sauvie Island Center
Address: 
13901 NW Howell Park Rd
Portland, OR 97231
United States

Get ready for a night of beautiful fun! The 2016 Barn Dance Presented by Whole Foods Market is scheduled for Saturday, July 30th. Doors open at 4:30 pm.

The event kicks off with farm Scavenger Hunt for the kids and tours of the award-winning Sauvie Island Organics farm for the grown ups at 4:45 pm. Don't forget to grab a cold micro-brew from Widmer Brothers Brewing or a glass of Lady Hill wine before you head out!

Our Silent Auction, Presented by our long-time friends at Portland Nursery, will feature everything from artisan jewelry to outdoor gear. Get ready for a bidding war because there will be great stuff and all proceeds go to support the Sauvie Island Center.
Once again dinner comes courtesy of New American Restaurant and features ingredients from Tails & Trotters and Organic Valley. Order up a table, which includes family-style service, for six of your best buddies. Or just bring your picnic blanket and hit the buffet line. Dinner will be served at 6 pm.

Back by popular demand, Caroline Oakley and The Old Time Highway will host the square dance at 7 pm.

Get your tickets or reserve your table here online form. And don't wait

Contact Name: 
Joanne Lazo
Contact Phone: 
503.201.5923
Contact Email: 
joanne@sauvieislandcenter.org
Venue: 
Howell Territorial Park
Venue Details: 
The event will be held on the grounds of the Sauvie Island Organics farm and Howell Territorial Park.
Cost: 
$35 and up

July Guided Hike

Wednesday, July 20, 2016 - 5:30pm
Columbia Springs
Address: 
12208 SE Evergreen Hwy
Vancouver, WA 98683
United States

July's "Guided Hike" theme: Magical Columbia Springs! Featuring a hands-on mini magic show inspired by nature, recycling, and science! This is a family-friendly activity where kids and kids at heart will get to take home a magic trick to wow everyone they know! Guided hikes are the third Wednesday of most months. All-ages are welcome to attend these strolls through our trails and facilities as our staff leads guests through activities on a variety of natural science topics.

5:30 to 6:30 p.m. July 20th

Meets in the SWIFT classroom inside the large white fish hatchery building near the round cement fish ponds; parking west of the hatchery in the lot marked "Public Parking"

No registration required and we do not take advanced reservations; spots are first come, first served.

Free; $5 suggested donation

Contact Name: 
Kaley McLachlan-Burton
Contact Phone: 
360-882-0936 ext. 230
Contact Email: 
volunteer@columbiasprings.org
Venue: 
Columbia Springs
Venue Details: 
Meets in the SWIFT classroom inside the large white fish hatchery building near the round cement fish ponds; parking west of the hatchery in the lot marked “Public Parking”
Cost: 
Free; $5 suggested donation

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