educational course

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!

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

Introduction to the Language of the Birds

Saturday, September 17, 2016 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Metro
Address: 
16491 S Springwater Road
Oregon City, OR 97045
United States
Categories: 

As they feed, nest and raise their young, birds relay messages about when it's safe and where predators are prowling. Explore Clear Creek Natural Area with naturalist Dan Daly to learn how to interpret what the birds are saying. This site is great for wildlife tracking, and we will look for signs of predators that hunt there.

Advanced Registration Required

Where: Clear Creek Natural Area

When: 9a.m. to noon

Cost: $6/person, $11/family

Ages: 8 and older

Wheelchair accessible: No

No-dogs policy: To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most regional parks and natural areas. Pets can damage sensitive habitat and threaten wildlife the region has worked to protect. In natural areas where dogs are not allowed, people see more wildlife and get closer to it. Seeing-eye dogs or other service animals are permitted with proper identification and cleanup materials. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/parks/dogs-hunting-policies

Contact Name: 
Sandy Jamison
Contact Phone: 
503-972-8543
Contact Email: 
Sandra.Jamison@oregonmetro.gov
Venue: 
Clear Creek Natural Area
Cost: 
$6/person, $11/family

Naturalist in the Park

Saturday, August 20, 2016 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Metro
Address: 
SE Boy Scout Lodge Road and SE 147th Avenue
Happy Valley, OR 97086
United States

Join a naturalist for free guided hikes at three of Metro's destinations. Explore vibrant inner city wetlands at Smith and Bybee, majestic Douglas fir forests at Scouters Mountain, and beautiful white oak woodlands at Mount Talbert.

Register: Registration not required

Where: Smith and Bybee Wetlands (8/6), Mt. Talbert (8/13), Scouters Mountain (8/20)

When: 10a.m. to noon

Cost: FREE

Ages: all ages

Wheelchair accessible: NO

No-dogs policy: To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most regional parks and natural areas. Pets can damage sensitive habitat and threaten wildlife the region has worked to protect. In natural areas where dogs are not allowed, people see more wildlife and get closer to it. Seeing-eye dogs or other service animals are allowed. Please bring cleanup materials. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/parks/dogs-hunting-policies

Contact Name: 
Sandy Jamison
Contact Phone: 
503-972-8543
Contact Email: 
Sandra.Jamison@oregonmetro.gov
Venue: 
Scouters Mountain Nature Park
Cost: 
Free

Naturalist in the Park

Saturday, August 13, 2016 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Metro
Address: 
10945 SE Mather Road
Clackamas, OR 97015
United States

Join a naturalist for free guided hikes at three of Metro's destinations. Explore vibrant inner city wetlands at Smith and Bybee, majestic Douglas fir forests at Scouters Mountain, and beautiful white oak woodlands at Mount Talbert.

Register: Registration not required

Where: Smith and Bybee Wetlands (8/6), Mt. Talbert (8/13), Scouters Mountain (8/20)

When: 10a.m. to noon

Cost: FREE

Ages: all ages

Wheelchair accessible: NO

No-dogs policy: To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most regional parks and natural areas. Pets can damage sensitive habitat and threaten wildlife the region has worked to protect. In natural areas where dogs are not allowed, people see more wildlife and get closer to it. Seeing-eye dogs or other service animals are allowed. Please bring cleanup materials. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/parks/dogs-hunting-policies

Contact Name: 
Sandy Jamison
Contact Phone: 
503-972-8543
Contact Email: 
Sandra.Jamison@oregonmetro.gov
Venue: 
Mt. Talbert Nature Park
Cost: 
Free

Naturalist in the Park

Saturday, August 6, 2016 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Metro
Address: 
5300 N Marine Drive
Portland, OR 97203
United States

Join a naturalist for free guided hikes at three of Metro's destinations. Explore vibrant inner city wetlands at Smith and Bybee, majestic Douglas fir forests at Scouters Mountain, and beautiful white oak woodlands at Mount Talbert.

Register: Registration not required

Where: Smith and Bybee Wetlands (8/6), Mt. Talbert (8/13), Scouters Mountain (8/20)

When: 10a.m. to noon

Cost: FREE

Ages: all ages

Wheelchair accessible: YES=SB

No-dogs policy: To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most regional parks and natural areas. Pets can damage sensitive habitat and threaten wildlife the region has worked to protect. In natural areas where dogs are not allowed, people see more wildlife and get closer to it. Seeing-eye dogs or other service animals are allowed. Please bring cleanup materials. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/parks/dogs-hunting-policies

Contact Name: 
Sandy Jamison
Contact Phone: 
503-972-8543
Contact Email: 
Sandra.Jamison@oregonmetro.gov
Venue: 
Smith and Bybee Wetlands Natural Area
Cost: 
Free

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