Conservation

Interested in the animals that live on Mt Hood?  Love to snowshoe?  Join the Wolverine Tracking Project and help search for rare carnivores and other wildlife on Mt Hood.  Develop animal tracking skills, enjoy group trips in a winter wonderland, and help increase knowledge of rare wildlife.  

There are 5 sets of training dates to choose from.  Survey trips take place all winter long.

First set of training dates:

Classroom session: Tuesday, Nov 1, 6:30-8:30pm, at Cascadia Wild, 5431 NE 20th Ave.

Field session: Sunday, Nov 6, 9-noon, at Oxbow Park.

For more information and to register: www.cascadiawild.org/wolverine-tracking-project.html

September 14 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

-Wednesday, September 14th, 6-8pm
-Location Hopworks Urban Brewery, 2944 SE Powell Blvd, Portland, OR 97202
Come learn about amphibian species in the Johnson Creek watershed, including an exciting discovery from our first EcoBlitz at Powell Butte last May!

Hopworks Urban Brewery lets us use their space if we order food for the group, so tickets are $5 just to cover pizza. Some GF and vegan options available.

Sign up quick-our science talks fill fast!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/amphibians-in-johnson-creek-science-talk-tickets-27131359627

Or, if you want to pay cash on the day of, contact courtney@jcwc.org to hold your spot.

Make a difference while having fun and exploring Salmon Creek Park, an urban wildlife greenway. Help plant trees to benefit the local habitat of Salmon Creek. Named for the historical salmon runs of the past, it recently regained its status as a salmon spawning ground thanks to the help of local volunteers. 

All ages welcome. Fun for groups, families and individuals. Registration is required and space is limited.

We provide: Tools, gloves, hot cocoa, coffee and snacks.

What to bring: Water bottle, snack, extra clothing, shoes for the ride home, and camera or binoculars if desired.

What to wear: Dress for the weather; clothes may get wet and muddy. Long sleeves, pants, rain gear and sturdy shoes or boots are recommended.

What to expect: Estuary Partnership staff will distribute tools and gloves and demonstrate planting techniques. Volunteers will be planting for approximately 2 1/2 hours. 

 Questions? Please contact Samantha Dumont at 503-226-1565 x 245 or sdumont@estuarypartnership.org

Join Friends of Nadaka to restore a healthy habitat at Nadaka Nature Park. We will be removing invasive species such as English ivy and Himalayan blackberry from the forest. Tools, gloves, training and light refreshments will be provided. Dress to work in natural areas: long pants, brimmed hat, and closed-toe sturdy shoes. Please bring a water bottle and a friend! Businesses, schools and community groups are welcome! Activities include: Invasive Plant Removal, Litter Cleanup, Working in the Community Garden.

Help us clean up this recreational hotspot and top of the Sandy Watershed! As the upper portion of our Timberline to Troutdale Cleanup, the Salmon Headwaters Cleanup is focused on reducing trash with a watershed-wide impact. Coordinated by the Sandy River Basin Watershed Council and Snowrider Project, in partnership with the Mt. Hood National Forest Zigzag District, Timberline Lodge, and others. Volunteers of all skill levels are welcome, just bring sturdy footwear, water, and appropriate clothing for mountain weather. Information about an after-party will be available soon. Contact Sara Ennis with any questions!