Conservation/Restoration/Urban Forestry

Join Friends of Trees to Plant Native Plants and Trees!

Saturday, February 27, 2016 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
Friends of Trees
Address: 
Hillsview Community Church, 23225 Southeast Borges Road
Damascus, OR 97089
United States

As part of the Rock Creek Partnership with SOLVE and the Clackamas River Basin Council, Friends of Trees is leading volunteer restoration events along the banks of Rock Creek and its tributaries. Rock Creek is a tributary to the Clackamas River and supports numerous species of wildlife, including salmonids. This project is supported with funding from Clackamas County Water Environment Services, on behalf of Clackamas Service District No. 1.

Looking to volunteer as a group? RSVPs are kindly requested for groups of more than 5 people - click HERE to do so. RSVPs are not required for individuals or groups of 4 or fewer -- you can simply show up!

 

Contact Name: 
Jenny or Randi
Contact Phone: 
503-595-0213
Contact Email: 
volunteer@friendsoftrees.org
Venue: 
Rock Creek Headwaters
Venue Details: 
Please arrive around 8:45am to be registered and assigned to a crew. The planting will start promptly at 9:00am. We provide breakfast snacks and hot chocolate/coffee, as well as gloves, tools and guidance. Please come dressed for the weather and wearing sturdy shoes and get ready to have fun!
Cost: 
Free!!

Join Friends of Trees at Jack City Park!

Saturday, February 20, 2016 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
Friends of Trees
Address: 
12668 SW 127th Ave.
Tigard, OR 97223
United States

Friends of Trees is recruiting for awesome volunteers to plant native trees and plants at the beautiful Jack City Park.

This event is in partnership with the City of Tigard and Clean Water Services. This planting is part of the Tree For All campaign which has planted over three million native plants in the Tualatin River Watershed in the past decade! Clean Water Services, Friends of Trees, thousands of volunteers, other non-profits, city partners, and private landowners will be working together this season to continue the success of this program.

Looking to volunteer as a group? RSVPs are kindly requested for groups of more than 5 people - click HERE to do so. RSVPs are not required for individuals or groups of 4 or fewer -- you can simply show up!

Contact Name: 
Jenny or Randi
Contact Phone: 
503-595-0213
Contact Email: 
volunteer@friendsoftrees.org
Venue: 
Jack City Park
Venue Details: 
Please arrive around 8:45am to be registered and assigned to a crew. The event will start promptly at 9:00am. We provide breakfast snacks and hot chocolate/coffee, as well as gloves, tools and guidance. Please come dressed for the weather and wearing sturdy shoes and get ready to have fun!
Cost: 
Free!!

Join Friends of Trees at Sandy River Delta Park!

Saturday, February 6, 2016 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
Friends of Trees
Address: 
Sandy River Delta Park
Troutdale, OR 97060
United States
Park/Trail: 

Come join a great team to help plant native trees and preserve the natural beauty of Sandy River Delta Park!

Friends of Trees is partnering with the Sandy River Basin Watershed Council and Friends of the Sandy River Delta with support from East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District, the US Forest Service, PGE's Habitat Fund, and the Jubitz Foundation to continue native seedling plantings at the Sandy River Delta.

Looking to volunteer as a group? RSVPs are kindly requested for groups of more than 5 people - click HERE to do so. RSVPs are not required for individuals or groups of 4 or fewer -- you can simply show up!

Contact Name: 
Jenny or Randi
Contact Phone: 
503-595-0213
Contact Email: 
volunteer@friendsoftrees.org
Venue: 
Sandy Delta River Park
Venue Details: 
Please arrive around 8:45am to be registered and assigned to a crew. The event will start promptly at 9:00am. We provide breakfast snacks and hot chocolate/coffee, as well as gloves, tools and guidance. Please come dressed for the weather and wearing sturdy shoes and get ready to have fun!
Cost: 
Free!!

Join Friends of Trees to Plant Native Trees!

Saturday, February 6, 2016 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
Friends of Trees
Address: 
8100 SW Wilsonville Rd
Wilsonville, OR 97070
United States
Park/Trail: 

Join Friends of Trees as we plant native trees and shrubs and remove invasive English ivy from Memorial Park. We will be working near the forest shelter in the park near the banks of the Willamette River.

Looking to volunteer as a group? RSVPs are kindly requested for groups of more than 5 people - click HERE to do so. RSVPs are not required for individuals or groups of 4 or fewer -- you can simply show up!

Contact Name: 
Jenny or Randi
Contact Phone: 
503-595-0213
Contact Email: 
volunteer@friendsoftrees.org
Venue: 
Memorial Park
Venue Details: 
Please arrive around 8:45am to be registered and assigned to a crew. The event will start promptly at 9:00am. We provide breakfast snacks and hot chocolate/coffee, as well as gloves, tools and guidance. Please come dressed for the weather and wearing sturdy shoes and get ready to have fun!
Cost: 
Free!!

Restore Habitat at Kelly Butte!

Saturday, December 12, 2015 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Johnson Creek Watershed Council
Categories: 

Join Johnson Creek Watershed Council and Friends of Trees for a day of restoring habitat in this beautiful park. We will be removing invasive plants and spreading mulch to prepare for planting this winter. Join us for a day of hard work outdoors and friendly conversation. 

Volunteers of all ages are welcome to help out. Work tools and refreshments are provided. Volunteers should dress accordingly to the weather and prepare to work in muddy or wet conditions.

RSVP to Danielle at danielle@jcwc.org or by calling 503-652-7477.

Contact Name: 
Danielle Miles
Contact Phone: 
503-652-7477
Contact Email: 
danielle@jcwc.org
Venue: 
Kelly Butte Natural Area
Venue Details: 
2850 Southeast 103rd Avenue Portland, OR 97266 United States

Restore Habitat at Tideman Johnson Park!

Saturday, December 5, 2015 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Johnson Creek Watershed Council
Categories: 

Join Johnson Creek Watershed Council, Friends of Tideman Johnson ,and a youth crew from Impact NW for a day of restoring habitat in this beautiful park. We will be removing invasive plants and spreading mulch to prepare for planting this winter. Join us for a day of hard work outdoors and friendly conversation. 

The work party will run from 9:00 am to 12:00pm. Volunteers are welcome to join our crew from  Impact NW and continue working until 2:00pm.

Volunteers of all ages are welcome to help out. Work tools and refreshments are provided. Volunteers should dress accordingly to the weather and prepare to work in muddy or wet conditions.

RSVP to Danielle at danielle@jcwc.org or by calling 503-652-7477.

Contact Name: 
Danielle Miles
Contact Phone: 
503-652-7477
Contact Email: 
danielle@jcwc.org
Venue: 
Tideman Johnson Park
Venue Details: 
SE 37th Ave & Tenino St Portland, OR 97202

Pfeifer Ridge Planting in Happy Valley

Saturday, December 5, 2015 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Clackamas River Basin Council

You are invited to join the Clackamas River Basin Council and Pfeifer Ridge Homeowner's Association for a community planting party on Saturday, December 5th from 9 am - 12 pm in Happy Valley! Help improve watershed health by gifting Sieben Creek with native trees and shrubs.

Download flyer:  http://clackamasriver.org/events 

How to sign up: RSVP with MORGAN@CLACKAMASRIVER.ORG or 503-303-4372 x101. All volunteers must sign a waiver release form. This is a family-friendly event for all ages.

Where to meet/directions: Nearest address is 13735 SE Almond Drive, Clackamas, OR 97015. Look for bridge/retaining wall between 139th Avenue and Napoli Terrace, park along street.

What to bring: Favorite work gloves, rubber boots, and wear outdoor apparel. Refreshments will be provided.

This project is supported with funding from Clackamas County Water Environment Services District #1 RiverHealth Program.

Contact Name: 
Morgan Parks
Contact Phone: 
503-303-4372 x101
Contact Email: 
morgan@clackamasriver.org
Cost: 
Free

Revive the Woods in December! - CANCELED

Saturday, December 19, 2015 - 9:30am to 12:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
Venetian Drive & Decora Lane
Hillsboro, OR 97124
United States

This event has unfortunately been canceled. However, it is a monthly event! Check back next month for another opportunity to volunteer at Revive the Woods.

Contact Name: 
Kaleen Boyle
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
kaleen@solveoregon.org
Venue: 
Evergreen Park
Venue Details: 
Street parking is available, but limited. Walking/biking/mass transit encouraged! Location is walkable from Trimet route 48 and under 2 miles from Quatama/205th Ave Max station. Use trimet.org trip planner to map your route. Street parking is available, but limited. Walking/biking/mass transit encouraged! Location is walkable from Trimet route 48 and under 2 miles from Quatama/205th Ave Max station. Use trimet.org trip planner to map your route.
Cost: 
$0.00

NWDA December Third Saturday Cleanup

Saturday, December 19, 2015 - 9:00am to 10:00am
SOLVE
Address: 
115 NW 22nd Ave
Portland, OR 97210
United States

Join volunteers for this monthly Third Saturday Cleanup in Northwest Portland. Pick up litter and remove graffiti in the area. Join us for some coffee and conversation afterward. Volunteers should come prepared with completed waiver forms (if possible) and work gloves on cold days. Activities include: Litter Cleanup.

 

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/nwda-december-third-saturday-...

Contact Name: 
Kaleen Boyle
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
kaleen@solveoregon.org
Venue: 
Northwest Portland
Venue Details: 
Heading west on Burnside turn right onto NW 22nd Ave. Elephants is next door (on 22nd) to the Goodwill store located at the corner of NW 22nd and Burnside. Street and lot parking available In front of Elephants Deli.
Cost: 
$0.00

December Burnside Wilderness Park Restoration

Saturday, December 19, 2015 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
5685 River St
West Linn, OR 97068
United States

Restore a beautiful nature park that has become overrun 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/december-burnside-wilderness-...

Contact Name: 
Kaleen Boyle
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
kaleen@solveoregon.org
Venue Details: 
From HWY #43 (Willamette Drive), turn down on Burns Street near the library, follow Burns street to River Street, take a left on River Street and follow it a few blocks to the end at Maddax Woods Park. We will meet here then take a short walk to Burnside Park.
Cost: 
$0.00

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