educational course

Raptors! field trip

Saturday, February 16, 2013 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
Portland Parks & Recreation
Address: 
3030 NE Weidler St
Portland, OR 97232
United States
Categories: 
educational course
preregistration required
seasonal natural interest
wildlife watching

Want to learn about birds of prey? Take a class and get primed for raptor viewing! Find out why these birds abound during the winter in the Willamette Valley.
Love the Raptor Road Trip? Do it again with your own naturalist! Grab your binoculars (or borrow some from us) and pack a lunch! We will drive to Sauvie Island to watch raptors and waterfowl.

Classroom program #393295
Tuesday, February 12
6:30pm-8:00pm age: 12 & up
Peninsula Park Community Center (700 N Rosa Parks Way)
$10Field trip to Sauvie Island #393295
Saturday, February 16
9:00am-1:00pm age: 12 & up
Transportation from Portland provided! Meet at Hollywood Fred Meyer
$18
Register for both the class & field trip for $28. Go online or call 503-823-2525.
Here's what past trip participants thought...
"I learned a lot - makes me want to learn more. It was fun - excellent instructor."
"Elvira was great!"

Contact Name: 
Elvira Stenson
Contact Phone: 
503.823.3601
Contact Email: 
elvira.stenson@portlandoregon.gov
Contact Website: 
http://www.portlandoregon.gov/parks/article/91973
Venue: 
meet at Fred Meyer for transportation to Sauvie Island
Cost: 
$18

Raptors! class

Tuesday, February 12, 2013 - 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Portland Parks & Recreation
Address: 
700 N Rosa Parks Way
Portland, OR 97217
United States
Categories: 
educational course
preregistration required

Want to learn about birds of prey? Take a class and get primed for raptor viewing! Find out why these birds abound during the winter in the Willamette Valley.
Love the Raptor Road Trip? Do it again with your own naturalist! Grab your binoculars (or borrow some from us) and pack a lunch! We will drive to Sauvie Island to watch raptors and waterfowl.

Classroom program #393295
Tuesday, February 12
6:30pm-8:00pm age: 12 & up
Peninsula Park Community Center (700 N Rosa Parks Way)
$10Field trip to Sauvie Island #393295
Saturday, February 16
9:00am-1:00pm age: 12 & up
Transportation from Portland provided! Meet at Hollywood Fred Meyer
$18
Register for both the class & field trip for $28. Go online or call 503-823-2525.
Here's what past trip participants thought...
"I learned a lot - makes me want to learn more. It was fun - excellent instructor."
"Elvira was great!"

Contact Name: 
Elvira Stenson
Contact Phone: 
503.823.3601
Contact Email: 
elvira.stenson@portlandoregon.gov
Contact Website: 
http://www.portlandoregon.gov/parks/article/91973
Venue: 
Peninsula Park Community Center
Cost: 
$10

Wild & Scenic Film Festival

Thursday, December 6, 2012 - 7:00pm
Willamette Riverkeeper
Address: 
Portland, OR
United States
Categories: 
bicycling
celebration
conservation education
educational course
family friendly
gardening/farming
green living
native plants
paddling
stewardship
trails and greenways

Join Willamette Riverkeeper, Patagonia, and REI for the 2012 Wild & Scenic Film Festival!

Don't miss this outstanding evening of INSPIRATION and ENTERTAINMENT, all while supporting a worthy cause- a clean and healthy Willamette River!

Considered one of the nation's premiere environmental and adventure film festivals, the Wild & Scenic Film Fest is a call to action. Enjoy award-winning films that illustrate the Earth's beauty, the challenges we face, and the work communities are doing to protect the environment.

Featuring 11 invigorating films including the exclusive premier of Wild & Scenic's People's Choice Award Winner: "Rock the Boat" a story about Los Angeles and the little river that could, with cops in helicopters, civilians in kayaks, and fish stranded on concrete.

When: Thursday, December 6th

Where: Bagdad Theater, SE Hawthorne & 37th, PDX

Time: doors @ 5:30pm, films begin @ 7pm

Who: all ages

Tickets: advanced tickets sales available at the Portland REI: $8 for students/youth, $10 for adults ($12 for adults at the door)

And there is more...

LIVE music beginning at 6:15pm from Flat Rock String Band

FREE entry into the RAFFLE drawing with your festival ticket! Everyone will have a chance to win prizes from Patagonia, REI, Keen, Osprey and more!

Wear or buy a Willamette Riverkeeper t-shirt and receive an additional raffle ticket!

Contact Name: 
Kate Ross
Contact Phone: 
503-223-6418
Contact Email: 
info@willametteriverkeeper.org
Contact Website: 
http://www.willamette-riverkeeper.org/WRK/index.html
Venue: 
Bagdad Theater
Venue Details: 
SE 37th & Hawthorne

Make a green gift for the holidays.

Thursday, December 6, 2012 - 6:30pm
Washington State University Clark County Extension Watershed Stewards
Address: 
1919 NE 78th Street
Vancouver, WA 98665
United States
Categories: 
conservation education
educational course
green living
preregistration required

 

Learn to make a green holiday gift

December 6th, 6:30 p.m.

Make unique and low-cost gifts this holiday while being friendlier to the environment. Make green cleaning gifts for friends and family at a workshop co-sponsored by the Washington State University Clark County Extension Watershed Stewards and Clark County Environmental Services.

Watershed Stewards will provide practical tips on "green" cleaning using inexpensive household products such as baking soda and vinegar. Learn how you can replace expensive and potentially toxic cleaners with earth-friendly products for a healthier environment for your family and pets.  Make a green gift this holiday season!

The FREE workshop will be held on Thursday, December 6th from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at WSU Clark County Extension Offices, 1919 NE 78th Street Vancouver, WA.  Pre-registration is required: Register online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/265531

Call WSU Clark County Extension at 360-397-6060 x 5712.  Class size is limited to 20 participants.

We will have products to purchase at the workshop! Contact us for more information.

WSU Extension programs are available to all without discrimination. If you require special accommodation, call WSU Extension Clark County at (360) 397-6060 ext. 0 prior to the event.

Contact Name: 
Jenifer Naas
Contact Phone: 
360-397-6060 ext 5712
Contact Email: 
watershed.stewards@clark.wa.gov
Contact Website: 
http://clark.wsu.edu/calendar/index.asp
Venue: 
Washington State University Clark County Extension Offices
Venue Details: 
WSU Extension is located at the 78th Street Heritage Farm. We are in the main conference room.
Cost: 
free

Join or Lead a Tree Care Team

Friday, November 16, 2012 - 3:15pm to Saturday, November 30, 2013 - 3:15pm
Portland Fruit Tree Project
Address: 
1912 NE Killingsworth
Portland, OR 97211
United States
Categories: 
educational course
gardening/farming
native plants


Join or lead a Tree Care Team in 2013:

Learn tree care skills while helping to improve the health and productivity of urban fruit trees!

Each Tree Care Team will care for a cluster of PFTP-registered fruit trees, visiting each tree once per season to complete the full spectrum of care. Each team is instructed & guided by two 'Team Leaders' with experience and skills in organic fruit tree care. This is a unique opportunity to develop strong skills in organic fruit tree care, meet new people, and care for trees providing food to your community!

Members and Leaders will participate in ten 3-hour work-parties over an 11-month period (January-November, 2013). Topics/tasks will include: Winter & Summer Pruning, Young Tree Training & Care, Pest & Disease Management, Fruit Thinning, and more. At the end of the program you will receive a certificate of completion.Volunteer position descriptions: Tree Care Team Member Tree Care Team Leader

To apply: Call 503-284-6106 or email bob@portlandfruit.org to request an application form.

Contact Name: 
Bob Hatton
Contact Phone: 
503-284-6106
Contact Email: 
bob@portlandfruit.org
Contact Website: 
http://portlandfruit.org/tree-care-teams
Venue: 
Portland Fruit Tree Project
Cost: 
$35. Some Full or Partial Scholorships are Available

Waterbird Watching 101

Saturday, November 17, 2012 - 8:00am to 10:00am
Address: 
19255 SW Pacific Highway
Sherwood, OR 97140
United States
Park/Trail: 
Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge
Categories: 
educational course
family friendly
tour
trails and greenways
walking
wildlife watching

Do you enjoy watching birds in wetlands, lakes, and streams, but are not sure what they are doing, where they came from, or even know their name? Do you want to learn more about bird behavior, migration, identification, or how to use binoculars? Join U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Biologist, Michelle McDowell, to learn the basics of birdwatching and nature observation and open your eyes to the wonders that can be discovered at Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge. Fall and winter are the best time to experience migrating waterfowl that travel through the refuge by the thousands. All experience levels are welcome.

Space is limited so register early by emailing or calling jenna_mendenhall@fws.gov 503-625-5944 x222. We explore the refuge in rain or shine so dress for the weather. We will take a leisurely easy stroll on our wheelchair accessible nature trail. Bring your binoculars and field guides if you have them or borrow ours during the walk.

Contact Name: 
Jenna Mendenhall
Contact Phone: 
503-625-5944x222
Contact Email: 
jenna_mendenhall@fws.gov
Contact Website: 
http://www.fws.gov/tualatinriver/specialevents.html
Cost: 
free

Night Walk at the Tualatin River NWR

Friday, November 16, 2012 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Address: 
19255 SW Pacific Highway
Sherwood, OR 97140
United States
Park/Trail: 
Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge
Categories: 
educational course
family friendly
lecture
preregistration required
tour
trails and greenways
walking
wildlife watching

One of the best times to experience nature is when the sun goes down. Come learn about the adaptations animals have which allow them to be most active at night and discover the sights and sounds for yourself on a guided walk through one of the few urban refuges in the country. This event is family friendly. Limited spaces available and advanced registration is required. To register or for more information please contact Jenna Mendenhall: jenna_mendenhall@fws.gov; 503-625-5944 x222. Maximum group reservation size is 6.

Contact Name: 
Jenna Mendenhall
Contact Phone: 
503-625-5944x222
Contact Email: 
jenna_mendenhall@fws.gov
Contact Website: 
http://www.fws.gov/tualatinriver/specialevents.html
Venue: 
Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge
Venue Details: 
Just a few short miles from the center of Oregon's largest city, the honking of geese replaces the honking of cars. This special place is a refuge, a haven for wildlife and people. Born of a community's dream, and made possible by their support, a wildlife refuge now thrives in the backyard of a growing metropolis. Located on the outskirts of Portland, Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge is one of only a handful of urban national wildlife refuges in the country. Situated within the floodplain of the Tualatin River, the Refuge comprises less than 1% of the 712 square mile watershed. Yet, due to it's richness and diversity of habitats, the Refuge supports some of the most abundant and varied wildlife in the watershed. The Refuge is now home to nearly 200 species of birds, over 50 species of mammals, 25 species of reptiles and amphibians, and a wide variety of insects, fish and plants. The Refuge has also become a place where people can experience and learn about wildlife and the places they call home.
Cost: 
free

Winter Twig Identification Workshop

Sunday, December 2, 2012 - 10:00am to 3:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
1102 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy
Troutdale, OR 97060
United States
Categories: 
conservation education
educational course
family friendly
stewardship
volunteer

Join SOLVE for a free educational workshop!

Have you ever tried to identify a plant without its leaves in the dead of winter? With a few simple tips, you can identify native trees and shrubs on your next walk through the woods this season. Sage Jensen, a native plant expert, will teach you to use different features like color, texture, and leaf scars to identify plants without their leaves. This training will start out in the classroom followed by an outdoor walk so you can practice identifying winter twigs. Space is limited so please register today!

Click here to register!

 

Contact Name: 
Morgan Parks
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext 332
Contact Email: 
morgan@solv.org
Contact Website: 
http://solv.org/get-involved/event-registration
Venue: 
Glenn Otto Park
Venue Details: 
Exit 18 off I-84. Left under railroad bridge, past Lewis & Clark State Park. Right at stop sign across Troutdale Bridge on E Historic Columbia River Highway.
Cost: 
$0

Naturescaping Basics Workshop - FREE!

Sunday, December 2, 2012 - 1:00pm to 5:00pm
Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge
Address: 
19255 SW Pacific Hwy
Sherwood, OR 97140
United States
Categories: 
educational course
gardening/farming
green living
native plants
preregistration required

Dig into sustainable gardening! Naturescaping is the practice of using native plants to create sustainable landscapes that are good for people, animals and the environment. Learn how to design a low-maintenance, chemical-free landscape that conserves water and minimizes pollution, all while saving you time, money and energy! You'll get natural gardening and landscape design tips, take a field trip to a nearby naturescaped garden, and receive a comprehensive workbook and a native plant to get started!Space is limited and advanced registration is required. Register online at www.emswcd.org. Information: 503-222-7645

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Contact Website: 
http://www.emswcd.org
Venue: 
Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge
Cost: 
Free!

FREE Rain Gardens 101 Workshop

Saturday, December 1, 2012 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
Woodstock Community Center
Address: 
5905 SE 43rd Ave
Portland, OR 97206
United States
Categories: 
educational course
gardening/farming
green living
preregistration required

Learn to Grow a Rain Garden!
A rain garden is a sunken garden bed that captures stormwater and allows it to soak back into the ground naturally. This workshop provides step-by-step details on how to plan, design and build your own rain garden. You'll find out how to decide the best size & placement, which plants to choose, and how to maintain your new rain garden. Participants receive a free how-to manual, and where possible, take a field trip to a nearby rain garden. Space is limited and advanced registration is required. Register online at www.emswcd.org/workshops-events/register-for-a-workshop. Information: 503.222.7645

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Contact Website: 
http://www.emswcd.org
Venue: 
Woodstock Community Center
Cost: 
Free!

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