volunteer

Restore a beautiful nature park that has become overrun by English Ivy and other invasives. Tools and gloves will be provided, just bring sturdy shoes and a friend. We'd be delighted if you'd stay for our barbeque afterward. Activities include: Invasive Plant Removal and Litter Pickup.

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/june-burnside-wilderness-park...

Linnton Creek is a principle stream in Forest Park, one of the main trail heads in the north end of the park, and its confluence with the Willamette River will have a new lagoon, as part of the the 27 acre Linnton Plywood Mill site's restoration as animal habitat (a Superfund mitigation site). We are restoring the creek trail head, removing ivy and blackberry, planting natives, and installing an interpretive sign, trash can and custom (and amusing) dog waste bag dispenser designed by noted artist Ivan McLean. Part of a broad effort to eliminate dog waste from the park, this site is particularly important as the creek will flow into a new lagoon designed as a resting place for salmon fry, where clean water will be crucial. At the moment the main effort is ivy removal and the planting of almost 300 native plants. Hot and cold beverages, pastries, tools and gloves are provided. We'll be having a celebration of the project's completion in June. Activities include: Invasive Plant Removal, Native Planting.

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/linnton-creek-project-june

Join us for the The Sauvie Island Walton Beach Cleanup! This is a self directed cleanup of a stretch of beach along the beautiful Columbia River on Sauvie Island. Sauvie Island is a federal wildlife preserve and currently supports a biologically diverse association of wildlife which includes at least 275 species of birds, 37 species of mammals, 12 species of reptiles and amphibians. It is also home to many farms that bring us delicious vegetables, fruits and preserves. Sauvie is also home to the Pumpkin Patch! This is the first of a projected series of cleanups. Bags, gloves and site safety information will be available on the day of the event. All ages are welcome but youth under 18 will need parental permission to attend alone. Parking passes will be provided. Dress appropriately for the weather and for beach walking. Bring a water bottle! Help us keep this beautiful island clean for everyone to enjoy! For more information about this special place, copy and paste the following URL into your browser: http://www.dfw.state.or.us/resources/visitors/sauvie_island/

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/sauvie-island-walton-beach-cl...

Remove invasives 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-land...

2016 is the 40th year of this uniquely Portland event! Join SOLVE and PGE as we celebrate over 20 years of making the Starlight Parade one of the Cleanest and Greenest in our nation! As a thank you for your volunteer cleanup service, you are invited to check in early between, 7:30 p.m. and 8 p.m., to watch the parade from the PGE VIP stands. Space is limited so please RSVP today! Volunteers will walk as a group along the entire parade route after the final parade float/entry helping to collect filled litter bags along the way and maintain safety for all participants and spectators. Once checked in, each volunteer will be assigned a duty and given instruction on how to perform it safely. For additional safety, volunteers must be at least 16 years old- no exceptions. Carpooling and public transit are highly recommended. Make your departure easy- the parade will end near SW 14th and Taylor so park nearby. Please wear sturdy, comfortable close-toed shoes. This is an exhilerating experience and good physical mobility is required.

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/post-pgesolve-starlight-parad...