Conservation/Restoration/Urban Forestry

This is a family friendly opportunity, no experience is needed. Gloves, tools, water and snack provided.

Volunteer at Metro's Native Plant Center in Tualatin and help care for rare native plants, bulbs and other plant materials that support regional restoration projects. Summer activities include harvesting and cleaning seeds and maintaining native plant beds.

Registration is required. Please register online at www.oregonmetro.gov/volunteer

Clark Public Utilities' StreamTeam sponsors the Stream Stewards program for Clark County residents interested in making a difference in the great outdoors.

Six Saturday sessions (8:30am - 2pm) and three Tuesday evening (6 - 8:30pm) workshops provide 45 hours of FREE hands-on leadership training on local natural history, native plants, stream restoration and wildlife. In return for the training, Stewards share their knowledge and leadership by providing 45 hours of volunteer time with the StreamTeam and other program partners within one year.

Trained Stewards support the StreamTeam's salmon saving efforts by providing school presentations, leading tree planting groups, combatting invasive knotweed and more. Stewards are able to identify opportunities that fit their interests and abilities.

While we would love for everyone to attend, space is limited, so visit http://www.streamstewards.net/ or contact our StreamTeam Coordinator at 360-992-8585 for an application. Classes start in September; apply today!

What are Stream Stewards saying?

"I knew I was bound to meet new people while getting in some healthy and purposeful work." -- Sonya, Stream Steward 2008.  The diversity of ages and occupations in the group fosters a great environment for new friendships and unique, meaningful projects.

Join the Weed Warrior effort to restore a healthy habitat at Mt. Tabor Park. The Weed Warrior Stewardship Coordinator and volunteer crew leaders will share their knowledge of the natural habitat, demonstrate how to remove non-native vegetation, and help keep us organized, safe and motivated! We will make sure that you are comfortable and contribute in ways that match your skills and interests. Wear comfortable clothes that are appropriate for working in natural areas: long pants, long sleeves, brimmed hat to protect from sun/rain, and closed-toe sturdy shoes. Bring a water bottle. We provide you with tools, gloves, and snacks. Activities include: Invasive Plant Removal, Litter Cleanup.

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/join-last-saturday-weed-warri...

This is a three-day training on August 25, 27 & 29. Training Schedule: Tuesday, August 25, 6-8:30 pm at the SOLVE office: stewardship, watershed basics, restoration strategies, and examples. Thursday, August 27, 6-8:30 pm at the SOLVE office: community involvement, working w/ volunteers, work-party management, and leadership techniques. Saturday, August 29, 10am - 3pm: FIELD DAY - Location To Be Determined: project examples, planting techniques, invasive plant removal techniques, and native plant identification. Stream Team Captains lead volunteers on stream restoration and enhancement projects throughout the Portland-metro area. SOLVE adopts restoration sites for three to five years working with volunteers, community groups, crews, agencies and other non-profit partners to improve the health and function of stream corridors and wetlands. Stream Team Captains provide leadership, organization and supervision to volunteers for Saturday morning events. Stream Team Captains also instruct volunteers in invasive plant removal techniques and proper planting techniques while working closely with SOLVE staff to fulfill stream restoration and enhancement goals. Upon completion of this training, Stream Team Captains commit to lead at least three Team Up volunteer events involving planting native species, invasive plant removal, native plant identification, mulching, and watering. Additional training in basic botany, bioengineering, advanced classes in native and invasive plant ID, as well as winter twig ID are also available to Stream Team Captains during the course of the year.

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/stream-team-captain-training

In partnership with the Columbia Riverkeepers, Citizens Helping to Improve Parks (CHIP-in) with Astoria Parks and Recreation is hosting a clean-up event on the Astoria River Walk Trail. The Astoria River Walk Trail is one of the most widely used trails in Astoria with locals and tourists alike enjoying the amazing view of the Columbia River. We would love to have your help removing invasive plants and picking up litter. All volunteers will receive a t-shirt to show our appreciation for your care and consideration. Activities include: Invasive Plant Removal, Litter Cleanup.

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/love-your-columbia-astoria-ri...