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Earth Day Garlic Mustard Pull

Saturday, April 20, 2013 - 8:30am to 12:30pm
Clark Public Utilities StreamTeam
Address: 
Salmon Creek Greenway
Vancouver, WA 98685
United States

Clark Public Utilities StreamTeam is putting on our 14th Annual Earth Day Celebration for community members in conjunction with Clark County Environmental Services.


Afterwards, enjoy family-friendly entertainment at our EcoFair. Volunteers who attend the full 4-hr weeding event receive a FREE commemorative t-shirt and lunch!


Come enjoy a local green space while pulling garlic mustard to improve salmon habitat! **Planting volunteers must pre-register to pull garlic mustard** Space is limited!


For more information, visit the StreamTeam's webpage at www.StreamTeam.net. To register, contact the StreamTeam Program Coordinator at StreamTeam@clarkpud.com.

Contact Name: 
Ashley King
Contact Phone: 
360-992-8585
Contact Email: 
StreamTeam@clarkpud.com
Venue: 
Salmon Creek Greenway
Venue Details: 
Parking available at the VGSA softball fields (800 NE 117th St) and Klineline Pond.
Cost: 
FREE

StreamTeam Earth Day Tree Planting

Saturday, April 20, 2013 - 8:30am to 12:30pm
Clark Public Utilities StreamTeam
Address: 
Salmon Creek Greenway
Vancouver, WA 98685
United States

Clark Public Utilities StreamTeam is putting on our 14th Annual Earth Day Celebration for community members in conjunction with Clark County Environmental Services.


Afterwards, enjoy family-friendly entertainment at our EcoFair. Volunteers who attend the full 4-hr planting event receive a FREE commemorative t-shirt and lunch!


Come enjoy a local green space while planting native trees to improve salmon bearing streams! **Planting volunteers must pre-register to plant trees** Space is limited!


For more information, visit the StreamTeam's webpage at www.StreamTeam.net. To register, contact the StreamTeam Program Coordinator at StreamTeam@clarkpud.com.

Contact Name: 
Ashley King
Contact Phone: 
360-992-8585
Contact Email: 
StreamTeam@clarkpud.com
Venue: 
Salmon Creek Greenway
Venue Details: 
Parking available at the VGSA softball fields (800 NE 117th St) and Klineline Pond.
Cost: 
FREE

StreamTeam Earth Day Celebration

Saturday, April 20, 2013 - 10:00am to 2:00pm
Clark Public Utilities StreamTeam
Address: 
Salmon Creek Greenway
Vancouver, WA 98685
United States

Ride your bike, hop the bus, stroll on down, or carpool to the Salmon Creek Greenway to enjoy free children's activities, wildlife shows, salmon tours and more!


Clark Public Utilities StreamTeam is putting on our 14th Annual Earth Day Celebration for community members in conjunction with Clark County Environmental Services. Come enjoy a local green space along scenic Salmon Creek while enjoying free activities for the entire family.


This event is in conjunction with a native tree planting and non-native plant removal. Planters and pullers must pre-register to participate. Registration is not required to attend the EcoFair.


For more information, visit the StreamTeam's webpage at www.StreamTeam.net or contact the StreamTeam Program Coordinator at StreamTeam@clarkpud.com.

Contact Name: 
Ashley King
Contact Phone: 
360-992-8585
Contact Email: 
StreamTeam@clarkpud.com
Venue: 
Salmon Creek Greenway
Venue Details: 
Parking available at the VGSA softball fields (800 NE 117th St) and Klineline Pond.
Cost: 
FREE

Invasive Species Invasion at Columbia Grove

Saturday, March 23, 2013 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
Columbia Springs
Address: 
3412 SE Riverwood Court
Vancouver, WA 98683
United States

Volunteer with Columbia Springs as we strategically battle the invasive plant species invading our local forests! Help us turn the tide of the ecological war and insure this urban natural area is preserved in its best condition for the public to enjoy. All volunteers are welcome! Children with parental supervision and teens under 16 with parental permission. Snacks and tools provided. Please bring sturdy shoes, appropriate outdoor work clothing, a water bottle, and your enthusiasm for helping the community! To sign-up or for more information, email volunteer@columbiasprings.org. Invite your friends with our Facebook event at http://www.facebook.com/419408948142296/. For more information on Columbia Springs, visit www.columbiasprings.org.

Contact Name: 
Mariah Acton
Contact Phone: 
360-882-0936 ext 230
Contact Email: 
volunteer@columbiasprings.org
Venue: 
Columbia Grove
Cost: 
Free

Restoration Work Party at Ridgefield NWR 3/20

Wednesday, March 20, 2013 - 9:00am to 12:30pm
Friends of Ridgefield NWR
Address: 
Carty Unit
28908 North Main Avenue
Ridgefield, WA 98642
United States

Help plant shurbs and remove invasives on the Refuge! This improves stream health and creates wildlife habitat. 

All work days are from 9 am to 12:30 pm rain or shine. Wear waterproof footwear, bring gloves, and dress for the weather. Light refreshments and hot drinks will be provided. All volunteers must sign a volunteer service agreement (if under 18 must be signed by parent or guardian) which can be found at: http://www.fws.gov/ridgefieldrefuges/ridgefield/getinvolved.html.

Contact Name: 
Nicole Gautier
Contact Phone: 
360 887 3883
Contact Email: 
nicole_gautier@fws.gov
Cost: 
Free

Tryon Creek Preschool Story and Stroll

Sunday, April 7, 2013 - 10:30am to Sunday, May 19, 2013 - 11:45am
Tryon Creek State Natural Area (OPRD)
Address: 
Tryon Creek State Natural Area
11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd.
Portland, OR 97219
United States
Categories: 

This program integrates nature exploration, art, literature, music, movement, and outdoor play.  It is geared toward families with young children (preferably ages 2-6) but all are welcome.  Please pre-register online at www.tryonfriends.org. For more specific information, call (503) 636-9886 ext. 225. 

Contact Name: 
Christal Florin
Contact Phone: 
503-636-9886 ext. 225
Contact Email: 
christal.florin@state.or.us
Venue: 
Tryon Creek State Natural Area Nature Center
Cost: 
free

Trin Creek Preschool Story and Stroll

Sunday, March 3, 2013 - 10:30am to Sunday, March 31, 2013 - 11:45am
Tryon Creek State Natural Area (OPRD)
Address: 
Tryon Creek State Natural Area
11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd.
Portland, OR 97219
United States
Categories: 

This program integrates nature exploration, art, literature, music, movement, and outdoor play.  It is geared toward families with young children (preferably ages 2-6) but all are welcome.  Please pre-register online at www.tryonfriends.org. For more specific information, call (503) 636-9886 ext. 225. 

Contact Name: 
Christal Florin
Contact Phone: 
503-636-9886 ext. 225
Contact Email: 
christal.florin@state.or.us
Venue: 
Tryon Creek State Natural Area Nature Center
Cost: 
free

Preschool Story and Stroll

Friday, March 1, 2013 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Tryon Creek State Natural Area (OPRD)
Address: 
Tryon Creek State Natural Area
11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd.
Portland, OR 97219
United States
Categories: 

This program integrates nature exploration, art, literature, music, movement, and outdoor play.  It is geared toward families with young children (preferably ages 2-6) but all are welcome.  Please pre-register online at www.tryonfriends.org. For more specific information, call (503) 636-9886 ext. 225. 

Contact Name: 
Christal Florin
Contact Phone: 
503-636-9886 ext. 225
Contact Email: 
christal.florin@state.or.us
Venue: 
Tryon Creek State Natural Area Nature Center
Cost: 
free

Spring Day of Stewardship at Forest Park

Saturday, March 9, 2013 - 9:00am to 12:30pm
The Forest Park Conservancy
Address: 
Portland, OR
United States
Park/Trail: 

Join The Forest Park Conservancy for our biggest stewardship event of the season! This Spring Day of Stewardship, be one of 200 volunteers helping to restore native habitat in and around Forest Park. Invasive plant removal and native tree planting will be followed by food, drink and raffle prizes.

Cost: 
Free - Preregistration Required

Restoration Work Party at Ridgefield NWR 3/6

Wednesday, March 6, 2013 - 9:00am to 12:30pm
Friends of Ridgefield NWR
Address: 
Carty Unit
28908 North Main Avenue
Ridgefield, WA 98642
United States

Help plant shurbs and remove invasives on the Refuge! This improves stream health and creates wildlife habitat. 

All work days are from 9 am to 12:30 pm rain or shine. Wear waterproof footwear, bring gloves, and dress for the weather. Light refreshments and hot drinks will be provided. All volunteers must sign a volunteer service agreement (if under 18 must be signed by parent or guardian) which can be found at: http://www.fws.gov/ridgefieldrefuges/ridgefield/getinvolved.html.

Contact Name: 
Nicole Gautier
Contact Phone: 
360 887 3883
Contact Email: 
nicole_gautier@fws.gov
Cost: 
Free

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