Nature and Human Health

EcoChallenge 2016 Registration

Tuesday, August 30, 2016 - 8:45am to Friday, October 14, 2016 - 8:45am
Northwest Earth Institute

EcoChallenge gives you the tools and inspiration to reduce your impact on the planet and contribute to a healthy, vibrant, and sustainable future -- while engaging the people in your life and having fun in the process. Choose a Challenge that stretches your comfort zone, stick with it for two weeks, and make a difference for you, your community and the planet!

We invite you to engage your organization, community, workplace, or business in the EcoChallenge this fall -- it's fun, free and makes a big impact.

Contact Name: 
Kerry Lyles
Contact Phone: 
5032272807
Contact Email: 
kerry@nwei.org
Cost: 
Free

Traditional Technologies Day - Second Sunday at the Cathlapotle Plankhouse

Sunday, August 14, 2016 - 12:00pm
Friends of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge
Address: 
28908 NW Main Ave
Ridgefield, WA 98642
United States

Where:  Cathlapotle Plankhouse at the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge:  Carty Unit - 28908 NW Main Ave, Ridgefield, WA 98642

When:    August 14, 2016

Join us for a day of demonstrations and hands on activities highlighting traditional technologies found across the world and throughout time.  The Cathlapotle Plankhouse will be open from 12:-4:00 and there will be activities for families to connect with local culture and wildlife. In the House students from the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde's Lifeways class will be demonstrating carving, weaving, and Native art design, while outside visitors can try their hand throwing an atlatl, shooting a bow and arrow, making cordage, friction fire, and watch stone tools being created by an experienced flintknapper.

12pm - 4pm: Experience traditional tools and technologies humans have used since time immemorial. Demonstrators will be at the Plankhouse showing various traditional skills found both around the world and in Indigenous cultures of the Lower Columbia River.

Carving, Weaving, and Native Art Design demonstrations by the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Lifeways students
Chinuk Wawa, the heritage language of Chinookan Peoples
Cordage Making              
Atlatl Throwing          
Friction Fire        
Flintknapping
Natural Paints and Pigments

12:00pm: Naturalist Led Hike "Bird Language" - join us for a hike directed towards opening up participant's eyes to the world of Bird Language. Learn how to use bird calls and behavior to discover what is happening in the environment around you. 

2:00 pm: Naturalist Led Hike "A Walk through the Oaks" - join a us for a hike down the Oaks to Wetlands Trail and learn about how the Native Peoples of this area have been taking care of Oak and other Refuge ecosystems since time immemorial.

You can also check out the ample wildlife watching opportunities on the River 'S' Unit Auto Tour Driving Route.

Cost:   Refuge admission is $3 per vehicle

For more information: Check the Friends website ridgefieldfriends.org for maps of Refuge trails or contact Plankhouse Director Sarah Hill at sarah_hill@fws.gov or call (360) 887-4106.

For wheelchair access to this event, please contact Sarah prior to the event date. 

Contact Name: 
Sarah Hill
Contact Phone: 
3608874106
Contact Email: 
plankhouse@gmail.com
Venue: 
Cathlapotle Plankhouse - Carty Unit - Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge
Venue Details: 
Where: Cathlapotle Plankhouse at the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge: Carty Unit - 28908 NW Main Ave, Ridgefield, WA 98642 When: August 14, 2016 Join us for a day of demonstrations and hands on activities highlighting traditional technologies found across the world and throughout time. The Cathlapotle Plankhouse will be open from 12:-4:00 and there will be activities for families to connect with local culture and wildlife. In the House students from the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde’s Lifeways class will be demonstrating carving, weaving, and Native art design, while outside visitors can try their hand throwing an atlatl, shooting a bow and arrow, making cordage, friction fire, and watch stone tools being created by an experienced flintknapper. 12pm - 4pm: Experience traditional tools and technologies humans have used since time immemorial. Demonstrators will be at the Plankhouse showing various traditional skills found both around the world and in Indigenous cultures of the Lower Columbia River. • Carving, Weaving, and Native Art Design demonstrations by the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Lifeways students • Chinuk Wawa, the heritage language of Chinookan Peoples • Cordage Making • Atlatl Throwing • Friction Fire • Flintknapping • Natural Paints and Pigments 12:00pm: Naturalist Led Hike “Bird Language” - join us for a hike directed towards opening up participant’s eyes to the world of Bird Language. Learn how to use bird calls and behavior to discover what is happening in the environment around you. 2:00 pm: Naturalist Led Hike “A Walk through the Oaks” - join a us for a hike down the Oaks to Wetlands Trail and learn about how the Native Peoples of this area have been taking care of Oak and other Refuge ecosystems since time immemorial. You can also check out the ample wildlife watching opportunities on the River ‘S’ Unit Auto Tour Driving Route. Cost: Refuge admission is $3 per vehicle For more information: Check the Friends website ridgefieldfriends.org for maps of Refuge trails or contact Plankhouse Director Sarah Hill at sarah_hill@fws.gov or call (360) 887-4106. For wheelchair access to this event, please contact Sarah prior to the event date.
Cost: 
$3.00 per vehicle for parking, no cost for event

Beneficial Insects

Thursday, November 10, 2016 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
7040 NE 47th Ave.
Portland, OR 97218
United States

Did you know that beneficial insects work around the clock to protect your garden from pests? Meet the beetles, bugs, flies, lacewings and other invertebrates that provide free pest control. You will discover ways to attract and sustain these friendly beneficial insects that help your garden thrive, and also learn about a few invasive insects to keep an eye out for. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
Whitaker Ponds Nature Park
Venue Details: 
Class will be held in the Columbia Slough Watershed Council office/classroom.
Cost: 
Free!

Attracting Pollinators to the Urban Garden

Saturday, November 5, 2016 - 9:00am to 11:00am
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
17405 NE Glisan St.
Gresham, OR 97030
United States

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.

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
St. Aidan's Episcopal Church
Cost: 
Free!

Native Plants Workshop

Thursday, November 3, 2016 - 6:30pm to 9:00pm
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
26000 SE Stark St.
Gresham, OR 97030
United States

Explore the benefits of gardening with Native plants. Discover Portland's most common native plant communities, learn which species do well in similar growing conditions, and get tips to help them thrive. A slideshow will highlight characteristics and desired growing conditions of local favorite native groundcovers, shrubs and trees. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
Mt. Hood Community College
Venue Details: 
Class will be held in room 202 of the General Education building located at the far south end of campus, south of Kelly Creek, near the Aquatics Center.
Cost: 
Free!

Naturescaping Basics

Saturday, October 29, 2016 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
26000 SE Stark St.
Gresham, OR 97030
United States

Learn to create a low-maintenance landscape that conserves water, prevents pollution, and saves you time, money and energy. Get natural gardening & design tips that mimic nature, and make your garden a healthy place for children, pets and wildlife. Class covers native plants that thrive in the PNW, and other core naturescaping concepts. Where possible, workshop includes a short tour of a nearby garden. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
Mt. Hood Community College
Venue Details: 
Class will be held in room 202 of the General Education building at the far south end of campus, near the aquatics center.
Cost: 
Free!

Attracting Pollinators to the Urban Garden

Wednesday, October 26, 2016 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
6704 SE 122nd Ave
Portland, OR 97236
United States

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.

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
Leach Botanical Garden
Cost: 
Free!

Rain Gardens 101

Sunday, October 23, 2016 - 1:00pm to 5:00pm
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
621 NE 76th Ave.
Portland, OR 97213
United States

Learn how rain gardens add beauty and color to your yard while helping restore the health of urban streams at the same time. You will get step-by-step details on how to plan, design and build your own rain garden. And discover tips for placement, plant selection, and maintenance. Where possible, workshop includes a short tour of a nearby rain garden. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
Bridgeport United Church of Christ
Cost: 
Free!

Beneficial Insects

Saturday, October 22, 2016 - 9:00am to 11:00am
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
6543 N Burlington Ave
Portland, OR 97203
United States

Did you know that beneficial insects work around the clock to protect your garden from pests? Meet the beetles, bugs, flies, lacewings and other invertebrates that provide free pest control. You will discover ways to attract and sustain these friendly beneficial insects that help your garden thrive, and also learn about a few invasive insects to keep an eye out for. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
BES Water Pollution Control Lab
Cost: 
Free!

Rain Gardens 101

Saturday, October 15, 2016 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
3926 N Vancouver Ave.
Portland, OR 97227
United States

Learn how rain gardens add beauty and color to your yard while helping restore the health of urban streams at the same time. You will get step-by-step details on how to plan, design and build your own rain garden. And discover tips for placement, plant selection, and maintenance. Where possible, workshop includes a short tour of a nearby rain garden. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

 

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
Livingscape
Cost: 
Free!

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