News & Events from the Intertwine
Did you know that you can re-use water from your shower, sink and washing machine to irrigate your landscape? Your great-grandmother might not have considered using water twice to be a big deal - it was just common practice back then.
This year, the Intertwine Conservation Education Leadership Council is bringing conservation, sustainability and environmental educators and service providers together to share ideas and shape successful partnerships to strengthen our collective community efforts.
Do you know your native conifers? Learn your conifer basics (or "Conifers 101") at Hoyt! This tour will focus on the main conifer families and genera and how to distinguish them.
Join a Hoyt Arboretum volunteer docent on an informative journey through our tree and plant collections. Each volunteer docent brings a unique perspective to the tour, so every week is a new experience!
Sponsor a table or bring your picnic blanket and join us on the farm for an evening of unforgettable summer fun.
On June 22nd the Sauvie Island Center will host Pollination Celebration on the grounds of Howell Territorial Park and the Sauvie Island Organics farm. This event is for elementary school aged kids and families. Attendees will search the farm and native hedgerow for pollinators.
Join Vancouver Urban Forestry for a leisurely tour of the City's finest Heritage Trees. Beginning and ending at Esther Short Park in Downtown Vancouver, this tour will visit 11 of Vancouver's most celebrated Heritage Trees on an enjoyable 4-mile guided bicycle ride.
WIN KEEN SHOES! The Intertwine in partnership with KEEN Footwear announce a fun and easy contest. Submit your photos today for a free pair of kicks!
The Forest Park Trail Marathon and Half Marathon is back for a third year.
Always wondered what the Refuge looks like after dark? This is the opportunity for you! Come explore the Oaks to Wetlands trail under the supermoon with a naturalist guide. RSVP requiered, nicole_gautier@fws.gov.