preregistration required

Interested in tracking phenology of native wildflowers? Would you like to learn to identify flowers from their seed heads? Volunteering as a seed scout with Metro's Native Plant Center may be a good fit for you. Volunteer requirements: a field application, two training days and a commitment to 40 volunteer hours, March through September. To register, call Marsha Holt-Kingsley at 503-701-7554 or download the application online at www.oregonmetro.gov/nativeplantcenter.

January 21st is a day of service in dedication to Martin Luther King Jr. Make it a day on, not a day off and join us in Vancouver, WA for this day of service. To learn more visit http://tinyurl.com/DOSMLK

Love your Watershed? Learn about your Watershed!

Learn what you can do to maintain healthy watersheds for your community, fish and wildlife and future generations. Take our free volunteer training series, learn for yourself and then teach others to protect our precious resources.

Thursdays, 6:30 - 9:00 pm
January 31 - April 4
All classes take place at the Clark County Extension office - 1919 NE 78th Street, Vancouver
In addition, two Saturday field trips are required. Dates TBA

To apply or for more information please contact:
jenifer.naas@clark.wa.gov 360-397-6060 x 5712
http://clark.wsu.edu/volunteer/ws/training.html or apply online at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/2013WatershedStewards

Offered by WSU Clark County Extension in partnership with Clark County Environmental Services, Watershed Steward training uses community experts and environmental professionals to teach the basics of ecology, hydrology, stream restoration, and the importance of native plants and fish.

After training, volunteers work on a variety of projects with the Watershed Steward Program and local environmental partners in public outreach and education, stream restoration, water-quality monitoring, classroom presentations, or community workshops.

WSU Extension Programs are available to all without discrimination. If you require special accommodation, call WSU Clark County Extension at (360) 397-6060 ext. 0 prior to the event.
http://clark.wsu.edu

Attend a FREE Native Plant Workshop before placing your online plant sale pre-order! We will show you the defining characteristics and desired growing conditions of the species that will be available during our 2013 Pre-order Native Plant Sale so you can make an informed decision about which plants will work well in your yard. Discover how putting the right plant in the right place helps it thrive, and lets you enjoy more time and less work in the garden! Space is limited and advanced registration is required. Don't delay - register today at http://www.emswcd.org/workshops-events/register-for-a-workshop.

Get outside after school and explore the natural world. Join friends as you enjoy a new nature topic each week through hikes, games and crafts. Classes will take place outside, weather permitting. Suitable for ages 7 - 10 years. Advanced registration required.