habitat restoration

Help create habitat for the Endangered Columbian White-tailed Deer in the wild and beautiful setting of Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge. We will be planting 5,200 native trees and shrubs to provide cover and forage for the deer and other wildlife.

Perks of joining us for our events are:

*Getting to explore areas of the refuge not usually accessible to visitors

*Learning more about the local wildlife and environment.

*Snacks, hot drinks, good company, and outstanding scenery.

*Satisfaction knowing that you are making a difference in the lives of an endangered species for years to come.

Planting days are typically Wednesdays and Saturdays from the end of October to the beginning of March. Special days may also be arranged for groups. All work days are from 9 am to 12:30 pm rain or shine. Dress for the weather including waterproof boots. No Experience Necessary. Registration is encouraged but not required. All volunteers must complete a Visitor Service Agreement prior to volunteering which can be found here: http://1.usa.gov/1NzriIg.

The Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1965 to provide wintering habitat for the dusky subspecies of the Canada goose. Today, the Refuge is a place where people can share a bond with nature, and each other, by passing on outdoor traditions to new generations. As the population of the region increases, the Refuge will become even more important to wildlife and those seeking to connect with nature.

Volunteers will be planting native trees and shrubs at this new site! Rock Creek is an important tributary of the Clackamas River. Rock Creek is home to salmon, beaver, and Osprey. Volunteers will be planting native trees like western red cedar, and native shrubs like thimbleberry. Volunteers will also be installing coffee bags as a weed barrier and mulching.Planting native trees and shrubs will help shade the stream, prevent erosion and improve fish and wildlife habitat.

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/pcc-rock-creek-community-plan...

Council Creek is home to beaver, Red-shouldered hawks, crayfish and native fish. Volunteers will be planting this 6 acre wetland restoration site with native willow, Oregon ash, as well as native shrubs including red-osier dogwood and douglas spirea.Volunteers will also be installing coffee bags as weed barriers, placing mice guards around trees, and mulching. Native plants will help to filter stormwater, and support fish and willdife habitat.

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/council-creek-community-plant...

Heron Pointe Wetland is degraded by the presence of an invasive grass:reed canary grass. Volunteers will be planting native willow, Oregon ash as well as naitve shrubs like douglas spirea. Volunteers will also be installing coffee bags as a weed barrier and mulching. Native plants will add needed biodiversity improving the overall health of the wetland.

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/fairview-heron-pointe-communi...

Volunteers meet at Feyrer Park for registration then disperse to the beautiful Molalla River Corridor and other public river access sites near Molalla. Activities include trash cleanup along the Molalla River, planting native trees and shrubs, removing invasive weeds, or trailwork on the Molalla River Corridor Shared-use non-motorized trail system. There will be a BBQ back at Feyrer Park in the afternoon for all volunteers. Activities include: Invasive Plant Removal, Litter Cleanup, Native Planting, Maintenance & Monitoring, Trail work.

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/molalla-river-cleanup-enhance...