preregistration required

This spring of 2016, instead of one big summit, The Intertwine Alliance is convening four county summits to strengthen sub-regional relationships, celebrate successes and build for the future.

All welcome.

This countywide summit will gather professionals, advocates and all other stakeholders committed to a greener and more nature-filled Clackamas County in order to find common ground – to celebrate regional successes, learn what’s happening in the sub-region, and build a shared vision for future action. 

Join us to be inspired by some significant local collaborations and to use the brain power in the room to begin solving our challenges collectively.

View agenda.

The summit will include:

• Stories of successful local collaborations
• An interactive mapping exercise to locate projects around the county, connect projects, identify gaps and envision future projects
• Identification of shared values and development of a collective countywide vision for parks, trails and natural areas
• Networking with peers, friends and new acquaintances who share this work

Please RSVP here no later than Thursday, May 12. Questions? Please email Lauren at lauren@theintertwine.org.

Friends of Trees is hitting the summer outreach circuit to excite and educate our neighbors and greater community about trees. We're searching for Tree Team Ambassadors to help bring the enthusiasm and educate the public about the benefits of trees and Friends of Trees programs in the area! Sound like this is up your alley? We hope so!

We'll train you in everything you need to know to represent Friends of Trees and spread the good word about trees at community "tabling" events such as summer festivals and farmers markets. Pre-registration is required for this training; please register HERE to save your place. We will be providing snacks and beverages, an update on the latest tree issues in the Portland Metro area, and your own "Tree Team" t-shirt!

Ambassador volunteers are the face of Friends of Trees all across town. They attend events alongside staff or fellow Ambassadors to start positive conversations around the work of Friends of Trees and the benefits of trees to our greater community.

The ideal volunteer for this role is outgoing, comfortable in fast-paced community settings, and is intrigued by the idea of engaging people in conversations about what trees can do for them and their community.

Summer Pruning 
Tuesday July 12th, 6pm - 8:30pm
SW Portland, Maplewood neighborhood 

In this hands-on workshop you will learn the basics of summer pruning in order to increase the health and abundance of local fruit trees! Summer Pruning is a great time to de-invigorate an overgrown tree and encourage the continued development of fruiting laterals. This fun workshop will be an opportunity to gain a basic understanding of the different types of pruning cuts and when these cuts should be used.

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About the instructors:

Ben Gibson has been working with trees since he was a skidder operator as a teenager. Since 2008, he has been working in the urban arboriculture field. He has taken on the roles of ISA Certified Climbing Arborist, Crew Lead, and Salesman. In April 2013, he started his own small business as "The Tree Nerd." This allows his to focus on the beauty and long term health of trees. He specializes in ornamental pruning of all kinds, and is happy to share his passion and knowledge of trees with any who will listen.

 The location address and other details will be provided after you register.

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Spring Tree Care: Pest & Disease Management/Fruit Thinning
Sunday May 22nd, 1pm - 4pm
SW Portland, Washington County, off Canyon Rd
 

In this hands-on workshop you will learn the basics of springtime pest and disease assessment and fruit thinning to increase the health and abundance of local fruit trees! This fun workshop will be an opportunity to gain a basic understanding of the different types of pests and diseases commonly found in the Portland area as well as the importance and how-to of fruit thinning. If you have samples of pest and/or disease affected fruit, leaves, or twigs - please bring them to the workshop in a sealed container so we can try to ID them

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About the instructor:

Heidi Noordijk studied horticulture at Michigan State University and Cornell University - specializing in pomology (tree fruits). Heidi has participated in research projects involving apple tree physiology, berry production, and tree fruit entomology. Heidi has also worked on various orchards and farms in the PNW and east coast. Heidi currently works for OSU's Small Farms program.

 The location address and other details will be provided after you register.

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Columbia Springs is a nonprofit organization. We rely on donations and volunteers to help us give our community a place for educational, healthy, outdoor fun. Our fundraiser, Hooked on Nature, features live music, dinner, silent auction, live auction, and interactive displays about Columbia Springs' programs. If you want to have fun and support our efforts to get our community connected to nature and to get kids learning about the environment, then this event is for you! Mark your calendars - Registration opens in May. Visit columbiasprings.org.