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Earth Day is a global celebration, and here in Oregon we take extra pride in caring for our environment and communities. Be part of our tradition of care by volunteering at SOLVE IT, presented by Portland General Electric on Saturday April 18th!

Litter and invasive plants have settled into the areas where we live, work and play. Now's your chance to join thousands of Oregon volunteers as we take back our city streets, local parks and natural spaces. Projects include litter cleanup, invasive plant removal, planting native trees and shrubs, and more. Sign up to volunteer by going to www.solveoregon.org, clicking "Get Involved" and selecting your favorite project from over 100 family friendly events.

Events happening on 4/18 still in need of volunteers include...

Mary S Young Beautification in West Linn: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/mary-s-young-park-earth-day-b...

Champeog State Park Cleanup in St. Paul: http://www.solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/champoeg-earth-day-cleanup

Gardening At Blue Lake in Fairview: http://www.solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/gardening-blue-lake-park

Helen Altheaus Woods Cleanup in Troutdale: http://www.solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/helen-althaus-woods-cleanup

Trail Work at Graham Oaks Nature Park in Wilsonville: http://www.solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/trail-work-graham-oaks-na...

Cozine Creek Restoration at Shadowood in McMinnville: http://www.solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/cozine-creek-restoration-...

Lower Gales Creek Restoration Project in Forest Grove: http://www.solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/lower-gales-creek-restora...

Errol Heights Plant Maintenance in Portland: http://www.solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/errol-heights-plant-maint...

Help improve our state this April and be part the SOLVE solution at Oregon's largest Earth Day event. Learn more at http://www.solveoregon.org/what-we-do/solve-it

Questions? Contact SOLVE at 503-844-9571 ext. 332 or info@solveoregon.org

It's spring time at SOLVE, which means lots to do across our state to connect Oregonians and enhance our environment! This season join thousands of Oregonians at SOLVE Planting Day, Invasive Removal or Litter Cleanup project near you! There are nearly 200 family friendly events to choose from between now and the end of April, with new projects added daily. Just a few hours on a Saturday will result in improved water quality, increased wildlife habitat and carbon storage to slow climate change. So what are you waiting for - join SOLVE for some fresh air and fun at an event near you!

Events Happening This Saturday:

4/4 - Rock Creek - Troge Land Care Day:  http://www.solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/rock-creek-troge-land-car...

4/4 - Seaside's "Treasure the Beach" April Beach Cleanup:  http://www.solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/seasides-treasure-beach-a...

4/4 - Forest Litter Pickup: http://www.solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/forest-litter-pickup

A Big Event You Won't Want to Miss This Spring:

4/18 SOLVE IT, Presented by Portland General Electric - Oregon's Largest Earth Day Event: http://solveoregon.org/what-we-do/solve-it Part of Global Youth Service Day!

Don't miss out. View our full calendar of events today at http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/event-registration

Questions? Contact SOLVE at 503-844-9571 ext. 332 or info@solveoregon.org

Have fun, learn, and help out at Columbia Springs! This family-friendly event is a great opportunity for community members to participate in environmental restoration and projects that improve Columbia Springs' 100-acre natural area and the historic Vancouver Trout Hatchery. Projects may include gardening, painting, trail maintenance, and more. Every Stewardship Saturday includes a lesson about local ecology to start the day and concludes with a fun activity like a craft or nature hike. Volunteers of all ages and abilities are welcome! Children under 14 are welcome with parent or guardian supervision and teens under 16 with parent or guardian permission. Snacks and tools provided. Please bring sturdy shoes, appropriate outdoor work clothing, a water bottle, and your enthusiasm for helping the community! To sign-up or for more information, email volunteer@columbiasprings.org. 

Get Involved at the Cathlapotle Plankhouse!

The Plankhouse is looking for new and enthusiastic volunteers interested in learning about and sharing local Native American Culture, NW History, and Archeology with public visitors inside the Cathlapotle Plankhouse. No experience necessary, just a desire to learn and share your knowledge with others. 

In our Docent Training, you will learn about the Chinookan Peoples of the Lower Columbia, the roles of a Plankhouse docent, and interpretive techniques to share the Refuge and the Plankhouse with the public. 

For more info, call (360) 887-4106 or email sarah_hill@fws.gov

The Columbia Slough Watershed Council works to connect the commnity with the watershed through restoration, recreation and education. Be a part of our mission by joining our Volunteer Outreach Team!

Outreach volunteers represent the Columbia Slough Watershed Council at farmers markets, paddling festivals, street fairs and outdoor festivals all around North and North East Portland. The Outreach Team shares our mission to foster action to protect, enhance, restore and revitalize the Slough with the community. Volunteers engage event-goers in conversation, field questions about the organization and its events and provide general enthusiasm around all things Slough-related! New to the Slough? It's ok! We'll train you.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Enthusiastically represent the Council at various festivals and events
• Engage in conversation with the public around Council events and programs
• Maintain and care for outreach materials

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong communication, teamwork and leadership skills
• Able to work in variable outdoor conditions
• Able to take direction and initiative

Register for the training!

Read the full position description and find out how to apply and register for our Spring training. Check out all our other neat volunteer opportunities.