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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-may#

Come beautify our school! We will be cleaning up trash,planting annuals and pulling weeds! Donuts provided! Activities include: Litter Cleanup, Maintenance & Monitoring, Plant annuals.

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/lane-middle-school-clean

Join Portland Parks & Recreation City Nature, and the Friends of Columbia Children's Arboretum for a restoration event. Help keep Columbia Children's Arboretum beautiful and healthy for people and wildlife. Please arrive dressed for the weather, wearing sturdy shoes, and be ready to get dirty. Work will include planting, removing invasive species, or trail maintenance. We will provide gloves and tools, snacks and hot beverages. Bring a smile and friend! Activities include: Invasive Plant Removal.

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/columbia-children%E2%80%99s-a...

About the Eco-Blitz series:

Be part of a new citizen science movement, and contribute to the region’s species inventory! 

Whether out of need for baseline data to support a conservation program or just pure curiosity, we often wonder about the various life forms around us. Numerous species surveys are conducted throughout the Portland-Vancouver region, but the resulting data is not always accessible or might not translate well for the general public. The Portland-Vancouver Regional Eco-Blitz Series will establish continuous species identification events, bringing together partners from throughout the area to make the data transparent and accessible to all. We will do this by displaying real-time data created by participants like you. View database below.

The Eco-Blitz Series aims to:

• Raise awareness of biodiversity
• Generate appreciation of natural resources
• Establish a shared effort among science professionals, educators and the general public
• Create a shared database of regional species and natural resources 

Pre-register for one of five shifts at the Graham Oaks event HERE. 

Help us maintain our recreational and educational facilities while having fun! This welcoming and relaxed volunteer experience features projects of every kind. We end the day with an activity; previous activities have included planting flower seeds to take home, weaving baskets from English ivy, building bird feeders, and guided hatchery tours. Kids must be age 7 or older to participate. Kids under age 16 must have a parent/guardian with them to volunteer. Kids ages 16-17 must have a parent/guardian sign them in at the beginning of the event. While registration is not required, participation is limited to the first 30 participants. Those who registered prior to the event are given priority.  Go to columbiasprings.org/events to learn more.