green living

Dig in to natural 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. Pre-register online at www.emswcd.org/workshops-events/register-for-a-workshop. Information: 503-222-7645

In this extensive two part workshop, participants will learn to plan, implement and care for a healthy, affordable, and sustainable garden. Part I covers site selection, soil health, raised bed installation, plant families, garden planning and planting. Part II covers water efficiency, pest and weed management, harvesting, composting and winterization. Participants are encouraged, but not required to sign up for both parts.

Sign up at Growing Gardens Learn & Grow page: http://www.growing-gardens.org/portland-gardening-resources/workshops.php

All proceeds from the workshop benefit Growing Gardens programs. At Growing Gardens we believe the seeds of a healthier world are planted in our own back yards.

Celebrate birds and wildlife during this family-friendly festival.

Early morning bird walks begin at 5:30 and continue to 7:00 a.m. Bird banding demonstrations will take place from 8 a.m. - noon. Morning canoe rides on the Tualatin River with Tualatin Riverkeepers. Other activities: pond study; build a bee board, bat or bird house; scavenger hunt; archery; fishing clinic (casting); migration putt-putt golf; gyotaku fish printing; live Portland Audubon bird show; wood carving demonstration; nature and plant walks; behind the scenes of refuge management talk and walk; twilight walk and talk begins at 4:00 pm.

Explore exhibits and activities of conservation partners promoting wildlife and conservation.

There will be free hands-on childrens' activities, stories, and a special chindren's nature walk featuring bugs and slugs from 1:00-2:30 p.m.

Preregistration required for Tualatin Riverkeepers canoe rides and the children's nature walk

Music and food. Free nearby off-site parking with frequent shuttle service.

Event details: www.tualatinriverbirdfestival.org.

Clark Public Utilities StreamTeam is putting on our 14th Annual Earth Day Celebration for community members in conjunction with Clark County Environmental Services.

Afterwards, enjoy family-friendly entertainment at our EcoFair. Volunteers who attend the full 4-hr weeding event receive a FREE commemorative t-shirt and lunch!

Come enjoy a local green space while pulling garlic mustard to improve salmon habitat! **Planting volunteers must pre-register to pull garlic mustard** Space is limited!

For more information, visit the StreamTeam's webpage at www.StreamTeam.net. To register, contact the StreamTeam Program Coordinator at StreamTeam@clarkpud.com.

Ride your bike, hop the bus, stroll on down, or carpool to the Salmon Creek Greenway to enjoy free children's activities, wildlife shows, salmon tours and more!

Clark Public Utilities StreamTeam is putting on our 14th Annual Earth Day Celebration for community members in conjunction with Clark County Environmental Services. Come enjoy a local green space along scenic Salmon Creek while enjoying free activities for the entire family.

This event is in conjunction with a native tree planting and non-native plant removal. Planters and pullers must pre-register to participate. Registration is not required to attend the EcoFair.

For more information, visit the StreamTeam's webpage at www.StreamTeam.net or contact the StreamTeam Program Coordinator at StreamTeam@clarkpud.com.