trails and greenways

Cathlapotle Plankhouse Spring Opening

Sunday, April 17, 2016 - 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Friends of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge
Address: 
28908 N. Main Avenue
Ridgefield, WA 98642
United States

Where:  Cathlapotle Plankhouse at the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge: 28908 NW Main Ave, Ridgefield, WA 98642

When:  April 17, 2016

What: The Cathlapotle Plankhouse re-opens for the 2016 season on April 17th, 2016. The season will kick off with a special second Sunday event featuring the latest in Cathlapotle Village archaeology, artifacts excavated from the Cathlapotle site on display, and guided hikes highlighting spring and a family friendly hike focusing on Refuge Wildlife. The Plankhouse will be open for visitors from 12pm-4pm, and there will be kids' activities as well. 

**The Cathlapotle Plankhouse will now be open most weekends from 12pm-4pm. Every second Sunday of the month the Plankhouse will host a special event with speakers, guided hikes, and children's activities. For more information on the upcoming events, visit www.ridgefieldfriends.org.**

12pm: Naturalist Lead Family Hike

Join a Naturalist on the trail exploring the wildlife that live at the Refuge. This hour long walk will meet at the Plankhouse, and is geared towards families. Meet in front of the Plankhouse.

1pm: Presentation "What's new at Cathlapotle? Lots!"

Cathlapotle is one of the best preserved Chinookan Village sites along the Lower Columbia River, making it a tremendous window into the lives of Chinookan Peoples before contact with Euro-Americans in the early 1800s. Ken Ames, Professor Emeritus at Portland State University and one of the leading scholars in Lower Columbia River Archaeology will share the latest findings to come out of Cathlapotle, and connect these stories to the lands we all call home.

2pm: Spring Ethnobotany Hike

Join 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 will be available as well.

Cost:   Refuge admission is $3 per vehicle

Contact: Sarah Hill, Plankhouse Coordinator; 360.887.4106/plankhouse@gmail.com

For wheelchair access to this event, 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 (Carty Unit)
Venue Details: 
The Cathlapotle Plankhouse is a full-scale Chinookan Plankhouse located on the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge. It was built based on archaeological evidence from the Cathlapotle archaeological site located on the refuge property. This archaeological site is what remains of the town of Cathlapotle, a Chinookan town encountered by Lewis and Clark on their expedition.
Cost: 
$3.00 admission to the refuge

Sylvania Natural Area Park Event

Wednesday, April 20, 2016 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
11399 SW 53rd Ave.
Portland, OR 97219
United States
Park/Trail: 

Join in Portland Parks & Recreation removing invasive non-native species, including English ivy, clematis, and Himalayan blackberry. Invasive species removal restores wildlife habitat and to encourages native species regeneration to prevent erosion and water run-off. Please wear long thick pants, a long-sleeved shirt and sturdy shoes. Bring a water bottle, rain gear and sunhat. Instruction, tools, gloves, water, coffee/tea and KIND Snacks provided. This is a family-friendly event and all ages are welcome but children must be supervised by an adult. Activities include: Invasive Plant Removal.

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/sylvania-natural-area-park-event

Contact Name: 
Kaleen Boyle
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
kaleen@solveoregon.org
Venue: 
Sylvania Natural Area Park
Venue Details: 
Directions On I-5 S. At exit 295, take ramp right toward Capitol Hwy. Turn right onto SW Taylors Ferry Rd, and then immediately turn right onto SW Capitol Hwy. Bear right onto OR-99W / SW Barbur Blvd. Bear right onto SW Pasadena St, and then immediately turn left onto SW 53rd Ave. Arrive at SW 53rd Ave. The last intersection is SW Capitol Hwy.
Cost: 
$0.00

Earth Day Spring Cleanup at Maddax Woods

Saturday, April 16, 2016 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
5785 River St
West Linn, OR 97068
United States
Park/Trail: 

Families are welcome to help the Friends do a Spring cleaning in the trails and garden areas in the park.All ages and ability levels are needed.We have tools and gloves and provide donated refreshments for all. Activities include: Invasive Plant Removal, Litter Cleanup, Native Planting, Maintenance & Monitoring, Trail blazing and path paving.

 

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/earth-day-spring-cleanup-madd...

Contact Name: 
Kaleen Boyle
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
kaleen@solveoregon.org
Venue: 
Maddax Woods Park
Venue Details: 
Directions Take Hwy 43 (Willamette Drive in West Linn) either off I 205 or from Portland & Lake Oswego. Turn East on Burns Street, Follow Burns Street to River Street Turn Left on River Street that dead ends in Maddax Woods Park Meeting Spot In parking area and along the driveway in Maddax Woods The garden adjacent to the parking area in Maddax Woods.
Cost: 
$0.00

Abernethy Creek Park Cleanup

Saturday, April 16, 2016 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
Abernethy Rd/John Adams St..
Oregon City, OR 97045
United States

This year the park needs invasive species removal, possible nesting box installation and inspection of existing ones, litter patrol, and maintenance of riparian tree and shrub plantings. Activities include: Invasive Plant Removal, Litter Cleanup, Native Planting, Maintenance & Monitoring.

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/abernethy-creek-park-cleanup

Contact Name: 
Kaleen Boyle
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
kaleen@solveoregon.org
Venue: 
Abernethy Creek Park
Venue Details: 
Directions From I-205 N Take the OR-99E S exit, EXIT 9, toward Oregon City. Turn left onto OR-99E /McLoughlin Blvd. Turn left onto 14th St. Take the 2nd left onto Washington St. Turn right onto Abernethy Rd. Make first right onto John Adams St. From I-205 S Take the OR-213 S exit, EXIT 10, toward Molalla / Oregon City. Merge onto OR-213 / Trails End Hwy toward Molalla / Park Place Turn right onto S Redland Rd. Take the 1st right onto Abernethy Rd. Take left onto John Adams St. Meeting Spot There is limited parking on John Adams St. Abernethy Road is close to the work site for parking. Abernethy Creek Park
Cost: 
$0.00

Global Youth Service Day at Jackson Bottom Wetlands

Saturday, April 16, 2016 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
2600 SW Hillsboro Hwy
Hillsboro, OR 97123
United States

Come join us for Global Youth Service Day at a family friendly park beautification, habitat enhancement and outdoor recreation event. This project is led by youth to teach stewardship and instill the spirit of volunteering. Hillsboro Parks and Recreation will provide all of the tools, supplies, water, and work gloves needed for the project.

 

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/global-youth-service-day-jack...

Contact Name: 
Kaleen Boyle
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
kaleen@solveoregon.org
Venue: 
Jackson Bottom Wetlands Preserve
Venue Details: 
Directions From US-26 W Take exit 57 for Glencoe Rd toward N Plains Turn left onto 1st St/​NW Glencoe Rd Continue to follow NW Glencoe Rd Continue onto N 1st Ave Continue onto OR-219 S Destination will be on the left 2600 SW Hillsboro Hwy Hillsboro, OR 97123 Meeting Spot Follow signs at the preserve to volunteer check-in.
Cost: 
$0.00

Errol Heights Invasive Removal

Saturday, April 16, 2016 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
SE 45th St & Se Tenino
Portland, OR 97206
United States

In our continuing effort to maintain and improve Errol Heights natural areas, we will be removing invasive plants and litter. Activities include: Invasive Plant Removal, Litter Cleanup.

 

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/errol-heights-invasive-removal

Contact Name: 
Kaleen Boyle
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
kaleen@solveoregon.org
Venue: 
Errol Heights Park
Venue Details: 
Directions Bus #75 (45th and Tinino stop) Bike /walk on Springwater trail: www.PortlandOregon.gov/parks/springwarermap. Exit trail at 45St. entrance, ride a short distance North. Turn right on Harney and left on 45th St. Go one block to Tinino. Meeting Spot Park location is 45th St. and Tenino Dr. Park on 45th St. Please do not block driveways. One block West on Tenino Dr.
Cost: 
$0.00

Molalla River Cleanup & Enhancement

Saturday, April 16, 2016 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
16185 S. Feyrer Park Road
Molalla, OR 97038
United States
Park/Trail: 

Volunteers will meet at Feyrer Park for registration, then disperse to the beautiful Molalla River Recreation Corridor and other public river access sites near Molalla. Activities will include trash cleanup along the Molalla River, possibly planting native trees & shrubs, removing invasive weeds, or trailwork on the Molalla River Corridor shared-use non-motorized trail system. There will be a barbecue back at Feyrer Park for all volunteers. Activities include: Invasive Plant Removal, Litter Cleanup, Native Planting, Maintenance & Monitoring, trail work.

 

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/molalla-river-cleanup-enhance...

Contact Name: 
Kaleen Boyle
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
kaleen@solveoregon.org
Venue: 
Feyrer Park
Venue Details: 
Directions From Hwy 211 on the east side of Molalla, head SE following signs and S. Feyrer Park Road to Feyrer Park. Meeting Spot Plenty of parking available and parking passes will be provided to volunteers. Feyrer Park covered area, Area 2
Cost: 
$0.00

Burnside Wilderness Park Earth Day

Saturday, April 16, 2016 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
6275 Holmes St.
West Linn, OR 97068
United States
Park/Trail: 

Restore a beautiful nature park that has been overcome by English Ivy and other invasives. Tools and gloves will be provided, just bring sturdy shoes and a friend. Activities include: Invasive Plant Removal and Litter Pickup.

 

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/burnside-wilderness-park-eart...

Contact Name: 
Kaleen Boyle
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
kaleen@solveoregon.org
Venue: 
Burnside Park
Venue Details: 
Directions From HWY #43 (Willamette Drive), turn down Elliot St near the fire department. Take a right on Buck St. Drive 3 blocks to Holmes St. Take a left on Holmes and the park will be straight ahead. Parking is on the street. We will meet at the end of Holmes St. at the event sign and Burnside Park trailhead. Meeting Spot Parking is on the street. We will meet at the end of Holmes St. at the event sign and Burnside Park trailhead. Minimum age 8
Cost: 
$0.00

No Ivy League at Forest Park on April 16th

Saturday, April 16, 2016 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
2960 NW Upshur St.
Portland, OR 97210
United States
Park/Trail: 

Drop in for our regular Saturday 'freelance' work parties to become a steward of our beloved natural area: Forest Park! Volunteer Freelancers will take a short hike to one of our various sites and work off-trail removing English ivy. This is a DIRTY job so come prepared in grubby, long-sleeved clothing and boots. We'll provide gloves, tools and snacks.Volunteers will meet at the Lower Macleay field house located at 2960 NW Upshur St. Activities include: Invasive Plant Removal.

 

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/no-ivy-league-forest-park-apr...

Contact Name: 
Kaleen Boyle
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
kaleen@solveoregon.org
Venue: 
Forest Park
Venue Details: 
Directions From I-5 south, take exit 302B for Interstate 405 W.Take exit 3 towards highway 30 (st. Helens).Use the right lane to take the NW Vaughn St exit. Take a left onto NW 27th Ave. Turn right onto NW Upshur. Drive straight down NW Upshur until you reach Lower Macleay Park at the cul-de-sac. From I-5 north, take exit 299B for Interstate 405 N.Take exit 3 towards highway 30 (st. Helens).Use the right lane to take the NW Vaughn St exit. Take a left onto NW 27th Ave. Turn right onto NW Upshur. Drive straight down NW Upshur until you reach Lower Macleay Park at the cul-de-sac. Meeting Spot Lower Macleay Field House
Cost: 
$0.00

Guided Nature Hike at Columbia Springs

Wednesday, April 20, 2016 - 5:30pm to 6:30pm
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!  April theme:  Ethnobotany!  Travel back in time as you embark on a short guided hike at Columbia Springs to learn some of the ways different native plants have been used as food, medicine, and tools for thousands of years!  This hike is best suited for students aged 7-77 and is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.  We can accommodate twenty people maximum on a first come first served basis.

Contact Name: 
Kaley McLachlan
Contact Phone: 
(360) 882-0936 ext 230
Contact Email: 
volunteer@columbiasprings.org
Venue: 
Columbia Springs
Cost: 
FREE

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