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Linnton Creek Project for May

Saturday, May 7, 2016 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
10682 NW St Helens Rd
Portland, OR 97231
United States
Park/Trail: 

Linnton Creek is a principle stream in Forest Park, one of the main trail heads in the north end of the park, and its confluence with the Willamette River will have a new lagoon, as part of the the 27 acre Linnton Plywood Mill site's restoration as animal habitat (a Superfund mitigation site). We are restoring the creek trail head, removing ivy and blackberry, planting natives, and installing an interpretive sign, trash can and custom (and amusing) dog waste bag dispenser designed by noted artist Ivan McLean. Part of a broad effort to eliminate dog waste from the park, this site is particularly important as the creek will flow into a new lagoon designed as a resting place for salmon fry, where clean water will be crucial. At the moment the main effort is ivy removal and the planting of almost 300 native plants. Hot and cold beverages, pastries, tools and gloves are provided. We'll be having a celebration of the project's completion in June. Activities include: Invasive Plant Removal, Native Planting.

 

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/linnton-creek-project-may#

Contact Name: 
Kaleen Boyle
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
kaleen@solveoregon.org
Venue: 
Linnton Creek Trail Head
Venue Details: 
Meeting Spot: Some parking at site. More across St Helens at NW 105th (right at light into 105th and immediate left, to park at mill site office. At the Linnton Creek trail head, which is also a #16 bus stop.
Cost: 
$0.00

Madison South Neighborhood Association Cleanup

Saturday, May 7, 2016 - 9:00am to 3:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
82nd and Siskyou
Portland, OR 97220
United States
Park/Trail: 

We will be doing a neighborhood clean up. We will have neighbors bring all there bulky waste to a set location and we will discard of it properly. We will be doing recycling of items and plastics. We also have some neighbors that drive around in the neighborhoods and pick up some trash. Activities include: Litter Cleanup.

 

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/madison-south-neighborhood-as...

Contact Name: 
Kaleen Boyle
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
kaleen@solveoregon.org
Venue: 
Glenhaven Park
Venue Details: 
Meeting Spot: 82nd and Siskyou Minimum age: 14
Cost: 
$0.00

Lane Middle School Clean Up

Saturday, May 7, 2016 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
7200 SE 62nd Ave
Portland, OR 97206
United States

Come beautify our school! We will be cleaning up trash,planting annuals and pulling weeds! Donuts provided! Activities include: Litter Cleanup, Maintenance & Monitoring, Plant annuals.

 

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/lane-middle-school-clean

Contact Name: 
Kaleen Boyle
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
kaleen@solveoregon.org
Venue: 
Lane Middle School
Venue Details: 
Meeting Spot: Street or lot parking. Meet at front steps. Minimum age: 10
Cost: 
$0.00

First Saturday No Ivy League Event in May

Saturday, May 7, 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/first-saturday-no-ivy-league-...

Contact Name: 
Kaleen Boyle
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
kaleen@solveoregon.org
Venue: 
Forest Park
Venue Details: 
Meeting Spot: Lower Macleay Field House
Cost: 
$0.00

Columbia Children’s Arboretum Restoration Event

Saturday, May 7, 2016 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
10040 NE 6th Dr.
Portland, OR 97211
United States

Join Portland Parks & Recreation City Nature, and the Friends of Columbia Children's Arboretum for a restoration event. Help keep Columbia Children's Arboretum beautiful and healthy for people and wildlife. Please arrive dressed for the weather, wearing sturdy shoes, and be ready to get dirty. Work will include planting, removing invasive species, or trail maintenance. We will provide gloves and tools, snacks and hot beverages. Bring a smile and friend! Activities include: Invasive Plant Removal.

 

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/columbia-children%E2%80%99s-a...

Contact Name: 
Kaleen Boyle
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
kaleen@solveoregon.org
Venue: 
Columbia Children's Arboretum
Cost: 
$0.00

A Wednesday No Ivy League Event in May

Wednesday, May 4, 2016 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
2960 NW Upshur St.
Portland, OR 97210
United States
Park/Trail: 

Drop in for our monthly Wednesday '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/wednesday-no-ivy-league-event...

Contact Name: 
Kaleen Boyle
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
kaleen@solveoregon.org
Venue: 
Forest Park
Venue Details: 
Meeting Spot: Lower Macleay Field House
Cost: 
$0.00

Portland-Vancouver Regional Eco-Blitz Series: Graham Oaks Nature Park

Saturday, May 7, 2016 - 9:30am to 10:00pm
Eco-blitz hosted by Oregon Metro, Boones Ferry Primary School, Center for Research in Environmental Sciences and Technologies (CREST)

About the Eco-Blitz series:

Be part of a new citizen science movement, and contribute to the region’s species inventory! 

Whether out of need for baseline data to support a conservation program or just pure curiosity, we often wonder about the various life forms around us. Numerous species surveys are conducted throughout the Portland-Vancouver region, but the resulting data is not always accessible or might not translate well for the general public. The Portland-Vancouver Regional Eco-Blitz Series will establish continuous species identification events, bringing together partners from throughout the area to make the data transparent and accessible to all. We will do this by displaying real-time data created by participants like you. View database below.

The Eco-Blitz Series aims to:

  • Raise awareness of biodiversity
  • Generate appreciation of natural resources
  • Establish a shared effort among science professionals, educators and the general public
  • Create a shared database of regional species and natural resources 

Pre-register for one of five shifts at the Graham Oaks event HERE


 

Contact Name: 
Bonnie Shoffner
Contact Phone: 
971-404-9184
Contact Email: 
bonnie.shoffner@oregonmetro.gov
Venue: 
Graham Oaks Nature Park
Venue Details: 
11825 SW Wilsonville Rd, Wilsonville, OR 97070
Cost: 
Free
CI Initiatives: 

Friends of Trees Now Recruiting: Tree Team Ambassadors for SS '16

Thursday, June 2, 2016 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Friends of Trees
Address: 
3117 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd
Portland, OR 97212
United States

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.

Contact Name: 
Jenny or Randi
Contact Phone: 
503-595-0213
Contact Email: 
volunteer@friendsoftrees.org
Venue: 
Friends of Trees Headquarters
Cost: 
Free!!

Stewardship Saturday at Columbia Springs

Saturday, May 21, 2016 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Columbia Springs
Address: 
12208 SE Evergreen Hwy
Vancouver, WA 98683
United States

Help us maintain our recreational and educational facilities while having fun! This welcoming and relaxed volunteer experience features projects of every kind. We end the day with an activity; previous activities have included planting flower seeds to take home, weaving baskets from English ivy, building bird feeders, and guided hatchery tours. Kids must be age 7 or older to participate. Kids under age 16 must have a parent/guardian with them to volunteer. Kids ages 16-17 must have a parent/guardian sign them in at the beginning of the event. While registration is not required, participation is limited to the first 30 participants. Those who registered prior to the event are given priority.  Go to columbiasprings.org/events to learn more.

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

TOMS Pick up the Pearl for Earth Day

Wednesday, April 20, 2016 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
1231 W. Burnside St., Suite 125.
Portland, OR 97209
United States

TOMS Portland is celebrating Earth Day 2016 by pampering the Pearl District Neighborhood with a litter pickup! Join us in cleaning up our city, having a great time and connecting to the community. You won't want to miss our fun contests: "Most trash gathered" - wins a pair of shoes, "Most cigarette butts gathered" - wins a pair of sunglasses, and "Weirdest piece of trash found" - wins a bag of TOM's coffee! Enjoy beverages and free snacks! TOMS SHOES store located on W. Burnside St. It's bound to be a smashing time! Activities include: Litter Cleanup with supplies provided.

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/toms-pick-pearl-earth-day

Contact Name: 
Kaleen Boyle
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
kaleen@solveoregon.org
Venue: 
TOMS Portland
Venue Details: 
Directions We are located at 1231 W. Burnside St. between 13th and 14th, right at the edge of the Pearl District. Meeting Spot Metered parking options, street parking. TOMS SHOES STORE: 1231 W. Burnside St. Portland Oregon 97209 Minimum age 10
Cost: 
$0.00

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