Conservation Education

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.

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.

Help us pull policeman's helmet, a new plant invader along the Salmon River.  Bring water bottle, snacks, gardening gloves, natural bug repellent, and wear long pants and sleeves. 

Please RSVP to sara@sandyriver.org

Get ready for a night of beautiful fun! The 2016 Barn Dance Presented by Whole Foods Market is scheduled for Saturday, July 30th. Doors open at 4:30 pm.

The event kicks off with farm Scavenger Hunt for the kids and tours of the award-winning Sauvie Island Organics farm for the grown ups at 4:45 pm. Don't forget to grab a cold micro-brew from Widmer Brothers Brewing or a glass of Lady Hill wine before you head out!

Our Silent Auction, Presented by our long-time friends at Portland Nursery, will feature everything from artisan jewelry to outdoor gear. Get ready for a bidding war because there will be great stuff and all proceeds go to support the Sauvie Island Center.
Once again dinner comes courtesy of New American Restaurant and features ingredients from Tails & Trotters and Organic Valley. Order up a table, which includes family-style service, for six of your best buddies. Or just bring your picnic blanket and hit the buffet line. Dinner will be served at 6 pm.

Back by popular demand, Caroline Oakley and The Old Time Highway will host the square dance at 7 pm.

Get your tickets or reserve your table here online form. And don't wait

Looking for a great spot to bird watch? Wondering how to attract them to your backyard? Learn all about both at a Columbia Springs Backyard Birding Workshop! Join us for a presentation from local experts, and a guided walk around Columbia Springs to spot a wide variety of exciting local birds. You'll also get your own chickadee birdhouse to take home (limit 1 birdhouse per household). Space is limited, register today!

Pre-registration is required. To learn more and register, visit: http://www.columbiasprings.org. For questions, please call 360-882-0936 x224 or email workshops@columbiasprings.org.