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!
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.
A coalition of business leaders, conservationists, elected officials and community advocates have formed the Protect Our Natural Areas committee to encourage a YES vote on the Metro levy renewal before the region’s voters on the ballot this November. This measure, referred to voters by the Metro Council, will protect wildlife habitat, support cleaner air and water, and improve opportunities in Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington counties to connect our communities to nature -- all without raising existing taxes.
Please join us for a celebratory evening to launch the campaign. Now's the time to mobilize!
For more about the levy, visit protectournaturalareas.com.
Clark County Parks and the Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership will be joining forces to participate in Columbia Riverkeepers' "Love Your Columbia" event. We will be cleaning up the beach at Vancouver Lake Park, the Flushing Channel and Blurock Landing.
Fun for groups, families and individuals. Pre-registration is required. This event is sponsored by the City of Vancouver, Clark County, and Port of Vancouver USA.
We provide:
Garbage bags and gloves to those who need them. Light refreshments will be provided.
What to wear/bring:
Please wear closed-toe shoes, long pants, and other weather-appropriate clothing. If you have gloves and a water bottle, please bring them.
Volunteers will meet at Vancouver Lake Park, 6801 NW Lower River Road in the grassy area next to the main restrooms. Signs will direct you to our white canopy and sign-in table. After a brief safety orientation, volunteers will break into groups to pick up litter at the four different locations.
Questions?
Please contact the project coordinators at karen.llewellyn@clark.wa.gov or 360-397-6118 ext. 1627 or sdumont@estuarypartnership.org or (503) 226-1565 ext. 245.
Join the Weed Warrior effort to restore a healthy habitat at Mt. Tabor Park. The Weed Warrior Stewardship Coordinator and volunteer crew leaders will share their knowledge of the natural habitat, demonstrate how to remove non-native vegetation, and help keep us organized, safe and motivated! We will make sure that you are comfortable and contribute in ways that match your skills and interests. Wear comfortable clothes that are appropriate for working in natural areas: long pants, long sleeves, brimmed hat to protect from sun/rain, and closed-toe sturdy shoes. Bring a water bottle. We provide you with tools, gloves, and snacks. Activities include: Invasive Plant Removal, Litter Cleanup.
Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/join-last-saturday-weed-warri...
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
Join Portland's Surfrider Foundation volunteers for the Northside Green Streets! Green Streets is a partnership between the City of Portland and the local Surfrider chapter that aims to keep our streets clean and our local bioswales healthy. Bioswales are those cool mini wetland garden thingies cut into the edge of many streets in town. Our Green Street Stewards, volunteer to clean up litter out of these swales and along the side of the road. This keeps litter out of our local watersheds, and since everything flows downstream, keeps litter out of our oceans. It's a great way to act locally, and make impacts globally! The Surfrider Crew leader will make this volunteer event a fun night to remember, with some cool tunes and sweet treats. Come join us as we work together to keep our waterways clean.
Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/surfrider-foundation-july-gre...
The fourth beach cleanup in our series, this time at beautiful Beverly Beach State Park. We will provide gloves and bags, but feel free to bring your own supplies if you would like. Hope to see you there! Activities include: Litter Cleanup.
Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/surfrider-summer-beach-cleanu...
Join SOLVE, Cumulus Radio, and Leinenkugel Brewing Company on Saturday, July 16th for a river cleanup at Clearwater Park and river float down to Island Park for a celebration of food and beverages! We will start our day with a litter sweep of Clearwater Park led by SOLVE, then hop on the river for a float hosted by Cumulus Radio, and end with an Leinenkugel after party at Island Park!
Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/float-cause-litter-cleanup-an...
Join volunteers for this monthly Third Saturday Cleanup in Northwest Portland. Pick up litter and remove graffiti in the area. Join us for some coffee and conversation afterward. Volunteers should come prepared with completed waiver forms (if possible) and work gloves on cold days. Activities include: Litter Cleanup.
Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/nwda-third-saturday-july-cleanup
