tree planting

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...

Plant native trees and shrubs to improve habitat and water quality.  Tools and gloves will be provided on site.  Drinking water will also be provided but feel free to bring your own water bottles.  This can be messy work, so please wear appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes.

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

Join us as we do what the squirrels do! In this Columbia Land Trust led event, we'll be collecting acorns from nearby oaks and planting them in the footprint of the former Haul Road along the Klickitat River. Come prepared for an athletic endeavor, featuring a 6-10 mile hike along the scenic shoreline. We'll be collecting and planting as we go, while Stewardship Lead Lindsay Cornelius shares information about property and this ambitious multi-phase restoration project. If you're able to join for this full day in the outdoors, you'll be treated to the rare opportunity to get hands-on with one of Columbia Land Trust's most impactful and interesting restoration projects yet.

About Haul Road: The Klickitat River is spectacular: Make a trip to the river and you'll see why its lower 10.8 miles were designated as Wild and Scenic. Located on the shores of the Klickitat, Haul Road is easily one of Columbia Land Trust's most ambitious restoration projects to date. We're removing eight and a half miles of the old Haul Road, allowing the river to reclaim its historic floodplain for the first time in 80 years. Using funds from the Salmon Recovery Funding Board, Columbia Land Trust purchased the old road in 2007. Since then, together with Yakama Nation Fisheries, we've removed 4.5 miles of road from the floodplain and plan to remove 4 more. Phase 5 of construction began in August.

Registration Required: To register, contact Sam Schongalla, Columbia Land Trust Volunteer Coordinator, at volunteer@columbialandtrust.org or 360-213-1214. Directions and additional information will be provided upon registration.

Clark Public Utilities' StreamTeam sponsors the Stream Stewards program for Clark County residents interested in making a difference in the great outdoors.

Six Saturday sessions (8:30am - 2pm) and three Tuesday evening (6 - 8:30pm) workshops provide 45 hours of FREE hands-on leadership training on local natural history, native plants, stream restoration and wildlife. In return for the training, Stewards share their knowledge and leadership by providing 45 hours of volunteer time with the StreamTeam and other program partners within one year.

Trained Stewards support the StreamTeam's salmon saving efforts by providing school presentations, leading tree planting groups, combatting invasive knotweed and more. Stewards are able to identify opportunities that fit their interests and abilities.

While we would love for everyone to attend, space is limited, so visit http://www.streamstewards.net/ or contact our StreamTeam Coordinator at 360-992-8585 for an application. Classes start in September; apply today!

What are Stream Stewards saying?

"I knew I was bound to meet new people while getting in some healthy and purposeful work." -- Sonya, Stream Steward 2008.  The diversity of ages and occupations in the group fosters a great environment for new friendships and unique, meaningful projects.

We all love Oregon's beaches, rivers and natural areas. For over three decades Oregonians have been proving that by volunteering at the annual SOLVE Beach & Riverside Cleanup, presented by the Oregon Lottery. Be part of this volunteer movement, impacting Oregon's environment, wildlife and communities. It's an easy, fun way to get outside, meet your neighbors, and make a difference by cleaning up Oregon's rivers, beaches, parks and trails, removing invasive plants or planting plant native trees and shrubs. 

There are over 100 volunteer-led projects across the state for you to choose from, including 46 beach cleanup sites coast-wide. Only you can ensure our beaches, rivers and natural areas are kept clean and healthy. Learn more and get involved today at www.solveoregon.org

This event is part of the International Coastal Cleanup and National Public Lands Day.

SOLVE is an Oregon nonprofit that helps people take care of where they live, work, and play. Join our team of volunteers and see how you can make a difference in just a few hours! Contact SOLVE at 503-844-9571 ext. 332, email us at info@solveoregon.org or visit us on the web at www.solveoregon.org.