volunteer

Plant trees at Ridgefield NWR! 2/23

Saturday, February 23, 2013 - 9:00am to 12:30pm

Friends of Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge

Address:

28908 North Main Avenue

Ridgefield, WA 98642

United States

Park/Trail:

Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge

Categories:

Improve wildlife habitat and stream health by volunteering at Ridgefield NWR! Help plant and protect native trees while enjoying the beautiful Refuge scenary.

All work days are from 9 am to 12:30 pm rain or shine. Wear waterproof footwear, bring gloves, and dress for the weather. Light refreshments and hot drinks will be provided. All volunteers must sign a volunteer service agreement (if under 18 must be signed by parent or guardian) which can be found at: http://www.fws.gov/ridgefieldrefuges/ridgefield/getinvolved.html.

Contact Name:

Nicole Gautier

Contact Phone:

360 887 3883

Contact Email:

nicole_gautier@fws.gov

Contact Website:

http://ridgefieldfriends.org/friends-of-the-refuge/volunteer/

Cost:

Free

Metro's Winter twigs of Graham Oaks Nature Park

Sunday, February 24, 2013 - 1:00pm to 3:30pm

Metro

Address:

Southwest Wilsonville Road

adjacent to Inza R. Wood Middle School

Wilsonville, OR

United States

Park/Trail:

Graham Oaks Nature Park

1 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 24

Have you ever wished you could tell one evergreen from another, or identify a tree in winter by its bark or buds? Can you read the history of a piece of land by looking at its forest? Join Metro naturalist Deb Scrivens for a walk in the woods to unravel these mysteries and more. The forest at this natural area is a living laboratory of Northwest trees. Suitable for ages 12 and older.

Registration and payment of $6 per adult or $11 per family required in advance. You can register and pay online for Metro activities. Go to www.oregonmetro.gov/calendar, find your event by searching or browsing, and follow the instructions. For questions, call 503-797-1650 option 2.

Contact Name:

Metro Parks

Contact Phone:

503-797-1650

Contact Email:

parks@oregonmetro.gov

Contact Website:

http://www.oregonmetro.gov

Venue:

Graham Oaks Nature Park

Venue Details:

Explore trails, restored oak woodlands, a conifer forest and rich wildlife at Metro's new Graham Oaks Nature Park in Wilsonville. Ride your bike on the Tonquin Trail, stroll through a conifer forest or spot birds from a wetland overlook at Metro's Graham Oaks Nature Park in Wilsonville.  This 250-acre destination is a playground not just for people, but also for wildlife. With restored oak woodlands growing bigger every year, Graham Oaks provides important habitat for native birds and mammals. Bring your family, bring your camera, bring a picnic to the sustainable new picnic shelter. Bring your curiosity, and learn how voters helped renew this special landscape.  Three miles of trails traverse Graham Oaks, allowing visitors to explore several habitats in a single park. Cyclists and joggers can take the paved Tonquin Trail, which eventually will connect Wilsonville, Tualatin and Sherwood. A spur trail leads to a wetland overlook, perfect for bird-watchers; Coyote Way meanders through young oak woodlands. For a bit of shade, follow the Legacy Creek Trail through a rich conifer forest where thousands of species thrive. Be sure to visit Graham Oaks’ five plazas – perfect spots to rest, reflect and learn about the park. Be on the lookout for native wildlife such as white-breasted nuthatch, Western bluebird, orange-crowned warbler and Western gray squirrels.  A historical landscape Graham Oaks has a long and storied history, from the Kalapuyan tribes who gathered food here to the family that farmed the land – and the voters who helped purchase the site, restore its habitat and open it as a nature park.   Greening Graham Oaks Did you know Graham Oaks is one of the region’s greenest parks? At Graham Oaks, pervious pavement in the parking lot manages stormwater and removes pollutants. Solar panels on the restroom feed into the City of Wilsonville’s electric grid, and the beautiful stonework at the plazas and overlooks is Columbia River Gorge basalt stone. Find out about sustainable strategies used in the design, materials and construction.   A living laboratory Graham Oaks serves as an outdoor classroom for Inza Wood Middle School, Boones Ferry Primary School and CREST, the environmental education center operated by the West Linn-Wilsonville School District. Students study the rich wildlife, habitat and cultural history of Graham Oaks – an undertaking that helped create artwork and books showcased at the grand opening.  Access Graham Oaks Nature Park is free and open from 6:30 a.m. to legal sunset. Many of the park features are wheelchair accessible, although some trails offer a higher level of challenge. There is limited parking at the park entrance. Parking is not allowed at any of the schools. There is a permanent bike parking structure at the entrance of the park, accommodating a total of six bikes. Bikes are permitted only on the Tonquin Trail.  Typically, dogs are not allowed at Metro parks and natural areas in order to protect sensitive habitats, local wildlife and plants. Metro is making an exception by allowing dogs on the Tonquin Trail at Graham Oaks because it is a regional throughway. Dogs must be on-leash at all times, and are not allowed anywhere else in the park.

Cost:

$6 per adult or $11 per family, required in advance

Metro's Winter birds at Smith and Bybee Wetlands

Saturday, February 16, 2013 - 10:00am to 12:30pm

Metro

Address:

5300 N. Marine Drive

Portland, OR 97203

United States

Park/Trail:

Smith and Bybee Wetlands Natural Area

10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Saturdays, Feb. 16 and March 16

Winter is an active time at the wetlands with lots of water birds - ducks, geese, coots and grebes. Raptors such as red-tailed hawks and bald eagles are common; sightings of falcons and other hawks are possible. The wetlands' year-round residents as well as a few winter songbirds are easier to see because all the leaves are gone. Bring binoculars or borrow a pair on site; spotting scopes provided. Suitable for ages 9 and older. Meet Metro naturalist James Davis in the parking lot at 5300 N. Marine Drive. Registration and payment of $6 per adult or $11 per family required in advance. You can register and pay online for Metro activities. Go to www.oregonmetro.gov/calendar, find your event by searching or browsing, and follow the instructions. For questions, call 503-797-1650 option 2.

Contact Name:

Metro Parks

Contact Phone:

503-797-1650

Contact Email:

parks@oregonmetro.gov

Contact Website:

http://www.oregonmetro.gov

Venue:

Smith and Bybee Wetlands

Venue Details:

Home to beaver, river otter, black-tailed deer, osprey, bald eagles and Western painted turtles, this 2,000-acre natural area offers accessible wildlife watching, a canoe launch and more.  At nearly 2,000 acres, Metro’s Smith and Bybee Wetlands Natural Area is the largest protected wetlands within an American city. This beautiful natural area is one of the region’s best-kept secrets, hiding in a part of Portland surrounded by port terminals, warehouses and other commercial developments. Most visitors to the natural area are surprised to find beaver, river otter, black-tailed deer, osprey, bald eagles and Western painted turtles living only minutes from downtown Portland.  Recent improvements at the wetlands include a new canoe launch area and improved access for paddlers as well as restrooms, interpretive displays, a covered shelter, parking for 40 cars, a bus drop-off and public art.  Wind your way through the wetlands on the Interlakes Trail, a paved, accessible trail that includes two wildlife viewing platforms. Another great way to explore the natural area is by boat.  Another interesting feature of the natural area is the now-closed St. Johns Landfill, a former wetland that was filled and served as the region’s primary garbage disposal site from 1940 to 1991. Since then, Metro has been implementing environmental protection measures to safely reintegrate the 238-acre landfill site into its natural environs.

Cost:

$6 per adult or $11 per family, required in advance

Metro's Native Plant Center seed scout training

Saturday, March 16, 2013 - 9:00am to 3:00pm

Metro

Address:

2661 SW Borland Road

Tualatin, OR 97062

United States

Categories:

celebration

conservation education

preregistration required

seasonal natural interest

wheelchair accessible

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.

Contact Name:

Metro Parks

Contact Phone:

503-701-7554

Contact Email:

parks@oregonmetro.gov

Contact Website:

http://www.oregonmetro.gov

Venue:

Metro's Native Plant Center

Venue Details:

Metro's Native Plant Center provides an essential supply of rare native seeds and plant stock to support Metro's restoration projects.  Metro’s Native Plant Center, located near Wanker’s Corner in Tualatin, provides an essential supply of rare native seeds and plant stock to support Metro’s restoration projects.  In its first year more than 4,650 native trees and shrubs grown at the plant center went into the ground at ten different Metro natural areas. A long-term goal of the project is to be able to share stock and seeds with other organizations working on restoration throughout the region.

Cost:

free

Metro's Native Plant Center volunteer venture

Saturday, February 2, 2013 - 9:00am to 1:00pm

Metro

Address:

2661 SW Borland Road

Tualatin, OR 97062

United States

Categories:

celebration

conservation education

preregistration required

seasonal natural interest

wheelchair accessible

Volunteer at Metro's Native Plant Center in Tualatin and help care for the rare native seeds, bulbs and plant materials that support regional restoration projects. Winter activities include harvesting and planting native bulbs, planting seeds, transplanting seedlings and nursery maintenance tasks. No experience necessary. Gloves, tools, water and snack provided. Advance registration required; call 503-797-1653.

Contact Name:

Metro Parks

Contact Phone:

503-797-1650

Contact Email:

parks@oregonmetro.gov

Contact Website:

http://www.oregonmetro.gov

Venue:

Metro's Native Plant Center

Venue Details:

Metro's Native Plant Center provides an essential supply of rare native seeds and plant stock to support Metro's restoration projects. Metro’s Native Plant Center, located near Wanker’s Corner in Tualatin, provides an essential supply of rare native seeds and plant stock to support Metro’s restoration projects. In its first year more than 4,650 native trees and shrubs grown at the plant center went into the ground at ten different Metro natural areas. A long-term goal of the project is to be able to share stock and seeds with other organizations working on restoration throughout the region.

Cost:

free

Raptor Road Trip

Saturday, February 9, 2013 - 9:00am to 2:00pm

Metro

Address:

Kruger’s Farm Market

17100 NW Sauvie Island Rd

Portland, OR 97231

United States

Park/Trail:

Howell Territorial Park

Categories:

bicycling

celebration

conservation education

seasonal natural interest

wheelchair accessible

wildlife watching

Annual event celebrates birds of prey

9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9

Explore Sauvie Island in search of magnificent bald eagles, hawks and falcons that spend the winter on the island. On this special day devoted to raptors, experienced naturalists and hawk experts host activities and answer questions at four locations around the island. Enjoy guided bird viewing, meet live raptors up close and sharpen hawk identification skills. Hot drinks and doughnuts are available in the morning. Have breakfast with the birds!

How does the road trip work?

Begin at Kruger's Farm Market and pick up an event map and raptor identification guide. The event fee is $10 per vehicle, cash only, and includes a Sauvie Island Wildlife Area parking permit, which is needed to park at the sites. To reach Kruger's, take Highway 30 to the Sauvie Island Bridge and go straight on Sauvie Island Road 1.5 miles (past Howell Territorial Park). Kruger's Farm Market is located on the right. Carpooling is encouraged. Three of the four event locations offer wheelchair access.

Spotting scopes help with raptor identification and are provided, with naturalists on hand to point out the birds. Field guides are available. Bring binoculars and dress for the weather. This event takes place rain or shine. The road trip is suitable for birders of all ages and skill levels, and families are welcome. While you don't have to be an early bird and get up at the crack of dawn to see these birds of prey, allow approximately three hours to visit all four locations.

What will you see?

It all depends on what nature has in store. Regularly sighted raptors include bald eagles, red-tailed hawks, American kestrels and Northern harriers. With a little luck, you might spot a rough-legged hawk, Cooper's hawk, merlin or peregrine falcon. Beautiful snow geese, sandhill cranes and great blue herons are commonly seen at this time of year, as well as abundant waterfowl.

Sponsored by Metro, Audubon Society of Portland, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and HawkWatch International. For more information, www.oregonmetro.gov/calendar.

Contact Name:

Metro Parks

Contact Phone:

503-797-1650

Contact Email:

parks@oregonmetro.gov

Contact Website:

http://www.oregonmetro.gov

Venue:

Metro's Howell Terrirotial Park

Venue Details:

Located on Sauvie Island, Howell Territorial Park is a great place for picnickers, bird watchers and history buffs.  Visit a piece of Oregon history on Sauvie Island. Within this 120-acre park, the region's natural and cultural history come together in one serene, pastoral setting.  Attractions include reservable picnic areas, a pioneer orchard, large natural wetlands and an authentically restored farmhouse built in the 1850s.

Cost:

$10 per car

Plant trees with SOLVE!

Saturday, February 2, 2013 - 9:00am

SOLVE

Address:

2000 SW 1st Ave. Ste. 400

Portland, OR 97201

United States

Categories:

conservation education

family friendly

volunteer

Dig in with SOLVE this year at restoration and cleanup sites across the Portland-metro area. Get your hands dirty planting native trees, removing invasive species, and helping restore critical habitat for native plants and wildlife. Over time, this work will improve water quality, create wildlife habitat, and store carbon to slow climate change.

These are family-friendly events. Plus, it's a great way to earn community service hours. Project dates and times will vary and events happen rain or shine. All tools, gloves, and supplies will be provided.

Visit the SOLVE calendar of events for a project near you!
http://solv.org/get-involved/event-registration

For more information or to register, visit: www.solveoregon.org, email morgan@solv.org, or call 503-844-9571 ext. 332.

Upcoming events:

Saturday, March 30th
Council Creek Planting Day - Cornelius
Johnson Creek Stonebridge Planting Day - Portland
Boardman Wetlands Planting Day - Milwaukie

Please register through our website: www.solveoregon.org

Contact Name:

Morgan Parks

Contact Phone:

15038449571

Contact Email:

morgan@solv.org

Contact Website:

http://solv.org/get-involved/event-registration

Cost:

0$

Martin Luther King JR. Day of Service

Monday, January 21, 2013 - 9:00am to 12:00pm

Numerous

Address:

Vancouver, WA 98668

United States

Categories:

habitat restoration

preregistration required

stewardship

trails and greenways

volunteer

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

Contact Name:

Numerous sites, see flyer for more information

Contact Website:

http://tinyurl.com/DOSMLK

Venue:

Numerous sites

Plant trees along the I-205 Multi-use Path in SE Portland with Friends of Trees!

Monday, January 21, 2013 - 8:45am to 1:00pm

Friends of Trees

Address:

SE Bush St and SE 94th Ave.

Portland, OR 97266

United States

Park/Trail:

I-205 Corridor

Categories:

active transportation

This is our first event along the I-205 Multi-Use Path for 2013! We will be planting a few replacement trees and re-mulching previously planted trees. Please arrive around 8:45am to be registered and assigned to a crew. The planting will start promptly at 9:00am. We provide breakfast snacks and hot chocolate/coffee, as well as gloves, tools and guidance. Please come dressed for the weather and wearing sturdy shoes and get ready to have fun!

Are you a bicyclist? Please note that we will have a bike crew at this planting where a group of volunteers will transport tools, trees, and themselves between our two planting sites. Please sign up to join our bike crew and learn more here: http://bit.ly/BikePlanting

We are very excited to continue reforesting the transportation corridor that runs from the Columbia River in the North to the City of Gladstone in the south. Metro, ODOT, EMSWCD are partnering this season with Friends of Trees to increase livability, habitat and air quality along the I-205 corridor. This planting is generously sponsored by REI.

RSVPs are not required. Please contact Andy or Jenny at (503) 595-0213 if you have any questions or need more information. We look forward to seeing you out there!

Contact Name:

Jenny Bedell-Stiles or Andy Meeks in the Volunteer & Outreach Program

Contact Phone:

(503) 595-0213

Contact Email:

JennyB@FriendsofTrees.org

Contact Website:

http://www.friendsoftrees.org/

Venue:

I-205 Multi-use Path

Cost:

Free!

Join Friends of Trees to Plant Neighborhood Trees in SE Portland!

Saturday, January 19, 2013 - 8:45am to 1:00pm

Friends of Trees

Address:

St. Mark's Lutheran Church

5415 Southeast Powell Boulevard

Portland, OR 97206

United States

Categories:

family friendly

tree planting

volunteer

Join Friends of Trees to plant neighborhood trees in SE Portland! Specifically, we'll be planting in the neighborhoods of Creston-Kenilworth, Foster-Powell, S. Tabor, and Reed. Please arrive around 8:45am to be registered and assigned to a crew. The planting will start promptly at 9:00am. We provide breakfast snacks and hot chocolate/coffee, as well as gloves, tools and guidance.

Thanks for considering joining us! This will be one of our largest neighborhood plantings of the season and every additional volunteer will be a huge help!

RSVPs are not required (although we do appreciate knowing about groups larger than 5 members). Please contact Andy or Jenny at (503) 595-0213 if you have any questions or need more information. We look forward to seeing you out there!

Contact Name:

Jenny Bedell-Stiles or Andy Meeks in the Volunteer & Outreach Program

Contact Phone:

(503) 595-0213

Contact Email:

JennyB@FriendsofTrees.org

Contact Website:

http://www.friendsoftrees.org/

Venue:

St. Mark's Lutheran Church

Cost:

Free!

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Plant trees at Ridgefield NWR! 2/23

Metro's Winter twigs of Graham Oaks Nature Park

Metro's Winter birds at Smith and Bybee Wetlands

Metro's Native Plant Center seed scout training

Metro's Native Plant Center volunteer venture

Raptor Road Trip

Plant trees with SOLVE!

Martin Luther King JR. Day of Service

Plant trees along the I-205 Multi-use Path in SE Portland with Friends of Trees!

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