conservation education

Come on up and elevate your soul at Mt. Hood Meadows! Join us for an on slope search for litter. Collection locations will be designated based on ability levels and interest but will be mostly beginner to intermediate terrain near the base area. We will provide a complimentary scenic chairlift ride to those collecting for the duration of the litter collection event (11am-1pm). Activities include: Litter Cleanup

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/sustainable-slopes

Volunteers will remove trash from the beach in Seaside following the 4th of July festivities. Volunteers can meet at Prom & 12th, the Turnaround, or Prom & U. This project is a done in partnership with the Beach Drive Buccaneers, City of Seaside, Seaside Chamber, SOLVE, and the Seaside Fireworks Committee.

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/treasure-beach-xi

Newell Creek Canyon in Oregon City has layers of stories written into the landscape. Dive deep into the shaded canyon for a sneak peek tour of this future nature park.

Advanced Registration Required

Where: Newell Creek Canyon

When: 9 to 11a.m.

Cost: $6/person, $11/family

Ages: 8 and older

Wheelchair accessible: No

No-dogs policy: To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most regional parks and natural areas. Pets can damage sensitive habitat and threaten wildlife the region has worked to protect. In natural areas where dogs are not allowed, people see more wildlife and get closer to it. Seeing-eye dogs or other service animals are allowed. Please bring cleanup materials. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/parks/dogs-hunting-policies

Looking for a great spot to bird watch? Wondering how to attract them to your backyard? Learn all about both at a Columbia Springs Backyard Birding Workshop! Join us for a presentation from local experts, and a guided walk around Columbia Springs to spot a wide variety of exciting local birds. You'll also get your own chickadee birdhouse to take home (limit 1 birdhouse per household). Space is limited, register today!

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

Johnson Creek Watershed Council and Tryon Creek Watershed Council will be hosting a kayak tour of the mouth of Johnson Creek, tributaries from the Riverview Natural Area, and Tryon Creek. Expert council staff will tell stories of the history of each creek, current restoration projects, and wildlife sittings in the area. You may have the opportunity to see wild river otter, fish, and bird life. Enjoy the serene and dynamic rivers in your neighborhood. 

The tour will run from 9am-12pm on Saturday July 16th and start/end at the mouth of Johnson Creek at Milwaukie Riverfront Park. The paddle is about 3 miles round trip. It is required that participants have previous experience paddling a kayak, are able to swim, and can perform somewhat strenuous physical labor for three hours. Tickets to rent a kayak and attend the tour are $50. If you plan to bring your own kayak, tickets are $15 for just the tour. If you bring your own kayak, you are required to also wear a lifejacket and have an invasive species permit if your boat is longer than 10'. (http://www.dfw.state.or.us/resources/licenses_regs/) .

If you would like to apply for a scholarship, please email info@jcwc.org with an explanation, we have 5 scholarships avaliable. 

Register today to reserve your space - this popular tour tends to sell out!