conservation education

Intro to Urban Foraging Workshop

Saturday, September 17, 2016 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Columbia Springs
Address: 
12208 SE Evergreen Hwy
Vancouver, WA 98683
United States

Whether you want to survive a zombie apocalypse, or cook healthier, cheaper meals for your family, foraging is a practical skill for all ages. Join plant enthusiast Eve Hanlin for a presentation and guided walk around Columbia Springs to help you identify the many safe, easy and free foods that grow in abundance right within our city limits.

When: Saturday, September 17th, 10am-Noon
Where: Columbia Springs Swift Classroom, 12208 SW Evergreen Hwy, Vancouver, WA
Cost: $5 suggested donation

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

Contact Name: 
Erik Horngren
Contact Phone: 
360-882-0936 x224
Contact Email: 
workshops@columbiasprings.org
Venue: 
Columbia Springs
Cost: 
$5 suggested donation
CI Initiatives: 

August Guided Hike

Wednesday, August 17, 2016 - 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Columbia Springs
Address: 
12208 SE Evergreen Hwy
Vancouver, WA 98683
United States

August "Guided Hike" theme: Wildlife CSI. Be a nature detective! We'll show you how to see clues in the natural world around you to figure out who has been there and what they were doing. Then practice your new skills in a game of "wildlife CSI"! You'll also learn about real-life wildlife crime investigators and how they help protect our natural resources. Guided hikes are the third Wednesday of most months. All-ages are welcome to attend these strolls through our trails and facilities as our staff leads guests through activities on a variety of natural science topics.

Meets in the SWIFT classroom inside the large, white fish hatchery building near the round cement fish ponds; parking is located west of the hatchery (toward the I-205 bridge) in the lot marked "Public Parking."

No registration required and we do not take advanced reservations; spots are first come, first served.

Free; $5 suggested donation

Contact Name: 
Kaley McLachlan-Burton
Contact Phone: 
360-882-0936 ext. 230
Contact Email: 
volunteer@columbiasprings.org
Venue: 
Columbia Springs
Cost: 
Free; $5 suggested donation
CI Initiatives: 

EcoChallenge 2016: October 14-28

Friday, October 14, 2016 - 8:45am to Friday, October 28, 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.

The 2016 EcoChallenge runs from October 14-28. What will your Challenge be?

Contact Name: 
Kerry Lyles
Contact Phone: 
503.227.2807
Contact Email: 
kerry@nwei.org
Cost: 
Free

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

Intertwine Alliance Fall Summit

Tuesday, October 18, 2016 - 12:00pm to 6:30pm
The Intertwine Alliance

Featuring the 2016 Force of Nature Awards luncheon (see the 2014 winners here), compelling break-out sessions, and happy hour

Stay tuned for RSVP info, Force of Nature Awards nominations, and more event details.

For now, please save the date! 

Contact Name: 
Lauren Gottfredson
Contact Email: 
lauren@theintertwine.org
Venue: 
Oregon Zoo

Washington County Summit

Monday, October 3, 2016 - 1:00pm to 6:00pm
The Intertwine Alliance

The Intertwine Alliance continues its 2016 series of county summits with Investing in Nature for Healthier Communities in Washington County.

Join us for a look at the many ways nature keeps our communities thriving. It'll be a chance to find out about the range of efforts going on in the county supporting the health-nature vision, along with ways to connect your organization or programs to the work. Former Kaiser Permanente pediatrician and Intertwine Alliance Board Member Dr. Phil Wu will give a keynote address about the latest evidence supporting nature-based positive health outcomes. Attendees will be inspired, in the Innovation Cafe session, by projects going on in the county that are coming up with creative solutions to long-standing challenges.

And, as always, there'll be a social hour to connect with peers and new individuals/groups interested in working collaboratively in our region.

RSVP here by Sept. 28.

Contact Name: 
David Cohen
Contact Email: 
david@theintertwine.org
Venue: 
Portland Community College Rock Creek Campus Event Center
Venue Details: 
17705 NW Springville Road, Portland, OR
Cost: 
Free

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!

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