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SUMMARY:Amphibian Egg Mass Survey Orientation Part 2: In Person
DESCRIPTION:This event is full\nJoin Johnson Creek Watershed Council and the City of Gresham in an effort to track amphibians in Gresham’s stormwater ponds! Surveyors will spend time wading through stormwater ponds collecting data on amphibian egg masses of four different native species. These surveys are part of a regional effort to help us learn more about amphibians and their habitats to inform conservation and restoration plans.  \n  \nWhat: Amphibian Egg Mass Surveys in Gresham \nWhen & Where:  \nOnline Training – January 29th 6:00pm-7:30pm. A Zoom link will be sent to you after registering.  \nField Training and Gear Pick-up – January 31st 10:00am-12:00noon. Brickworks Stormwater Pond in SE Gresham\, parking and access instructions will be emailed to you after registration.  \nBoth training sessions are required. \nSurvey Season – Survey groups of 2-4 people will visit the assigned site(s) 3 times throughout Feb. and March . \nSurveys involve systematically wading through ponds and gathering data on amphibian egg masses. Surveys can take between 30 minutes and 2 hours. \nVolunteers need no prior experience or equipment. All will be provided. If you have your own walking stick\, waders\, and polarized sunglasses you are welcome to bring them.  \nTraining will include: \n\nHow to identify an egg mass of Pacific chorus and red-legged frogs\, and Northwestern & long-toed salamanders\nSurvey techniques\nField methods and safety\n\nHealth and Safety: We will follow current Oregon Health Authority guidelines. Masks are not required\, but encouraged in indoor spaces where social distancing is not possible. Stay home if you are experiencing symptoms of any contagious illness or have had recent contact with someone exhibiting symptoms of any illness. \nChildren are permitted at some sites: Most surveys require wading in ponds and mud that ranges from ankle deep to waist deep. Some accommodations can be made. Youth 10 years old and older are welcome if accompanied by an attentive adult. \nAccessibility: These surveys require wading in ponds and mud that ranges from ankle deep to waist deep. During the training we will review the relative difficulty of each survey site which you may take into consideration when choosing which site you would like to survey. In general surveyors should be sure-footed and able to walk and stand for up to 2 hours. Bathrooms are not available at most survey sites.  \n  \nFAQ’s \nDo I need to sign-up with another person? Nope! If you sign-up solo we will assign you a survey group. \nIf I want to sign-up with another person do they also have to register? Yes\, everyone in your group should register so we have an accurate count of surveyors and can make sure everyone gets gear. \nHow many hours do I need to volunteer? Including training\, about 5 to 8 hours depending on drive distance. \nCan children volunteer? Most sites are relatively shallow\, but are best for kids 10 and up. \nHow are monitoring sites assigned? There are about 12-15 sites that we hope to monitor around the Gresham/Fairview area. Site locations and descriptions are presented at the training and people can select first\, second\, third choice or no preference and we will match everyone by preference as best we can. \n  \nA huge thank you to the City of Gresham for helping to organize this event and to our generous funders that make the volunteer program possible. Thank you to the Mintkeski Family Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation\, Portland General Electric\, City of Gresham\, Clackamas Water Environment Services\, and City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/amphibian-egg-mass-survey-in-person-orientation/
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Volunteer Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T173000
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SUMMARY:Beaver Science Talk
DESCRIPTION:The Johnson Creek watershed benefits from the wetlands that beavers create. These ecosystem engineers create habitats for instream and upland species while slowing down the creek\, cooling it\, and lowering fire risk. Join us for a slice and find out more about the amazing beaver from Katie Holzer\, Watershed Scientist with the City of Gresham! \nThis event is free to attend\, but please be prepared to purchase a drink and/or food to support Wall Street Pizza. Thank you Wall Street Pizza for hosting us! \nSpots are limited! RSVP is required! \nClick here to RSVP  \nWhat: Beaver Science Talk \nWhen: Thursday\, February 19th\, 5:30pm-7:30pm. The talk will take place from 6pm-7pm\, but we recommend arriving early to grab a spot to sit and order food and drinks!  \nWhere: Gresham Wall Street Pizza\, 201 N Main Ave\, Gresham\, OR 97030.  \nWhat to bring: Yourself! And some money to spend on yummy food and drinks!  \nWhat we provide: We can provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact info@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare.  \nChildren are welcome but must be accompanied by an attentive adult. This is an all ages event!  \nHealth and Safety: We will follow current Oregon Health Authority guidelines. Masks are not required\, but encouraged in indoor spaces where social distancing is not possible. Stay home if you are experiencing symptoms of any contagious illness or have had recent contact with someone exhibiting symptoms of any illness.  \nAccessibility: This event may require sitting or standing for up to 2 hours. The restaurant has an ADA ramp into the building. Bathrooms will be available at this event.  \nClick here to RSVP  \nDirections:  \nBy Car: 201 N Main Ave\, Gresham\, OR 97030. There is parking available on N Main Ave and behind the restaurant.  \nBy Bike: From the Springwater Corridor Trail exit at Main City Park and follow N Main Ave North to the restaurant.  \nBy Transit: Bus line 9 – Exit at W Powell and N Main or N Main and NE 2nd. Walk North on N Main Ave until reaching the restaurant.  \nThank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health. The Mintkeski Family Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation\, Portland General Electric\, and The City of Gresham.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/beaver-science-talk/
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
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SUMMARY:Powell Butte Bird Talk with Tom Virzi
DESCRIPTION:Grab a pint and explore the wonderful world of Powell Butte’s bird population with us! Tom Virzi\, PhD\, Executive Director of Conservation InSight\, will discuss the ongoing grassland bird surveys taking place on Powell Butte\, how the surveys have informed management of the park\, and the future of the program! \nThis event is free to attend\, but please be prepared to purchase a drink and/or food to support Double Mountain Brewery. Thank you DMB for hosting us!! \nSpots are limited! RSVP is required to attend!! \nClick here to RSVP\nWhat: Powell Butte Bird Surveys Pub Talk \nWhen: Wednesday\, March 18th\, 5:30pm-7:30pm. The talk will take place from 6pm-7pm\, but we recommend arriving early to grab a spot to sit and order food and drinks! \nWhere: Double Mountain Brewing\,4336 SE Woodstock Blvd\, Portland\, OR 97206 \nWhat to bring: Yourself! And some money to spend on yummy food and drinks! \nWhat we provide: We can provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact info@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare. \nChildren are welcome but must be accompanied by an attentive adult. This is an all ages event! \nHealth and Safety: We will follow current Oregon Health Authority guidelines. Masks are not required\, but encouraged in indoor spaces where social distancing is not possible. Stay home if you are experiencing symptoms of any contagious illness or have had recent contact with someone exhibiting symptoms of any illness. \nAccessibility: This event may require sitting or standing for long periods of time. Bathrooms will be available at this event.  \nClick here to RSVP\nDirections to site: \nBy Car: 4336 SE Woodstock Blvd\, Portland\, OR 97206. There is street parking available around the taproom. \nTransit: Take the #19 or #75 along Woodstock Blvd and exit at Woodstock and 43rd.  \nThank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health. The Mintkeski Family Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation\, Portland General Electric\, and The City of Portland.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/powell-butte-bird-talk-with-tom-virzi/
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
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SUMMARY:Dragonfly Day Bioblitz
DESCRIPTION:Dragonfly Day Bioblitz! We’re celebrating our favorite flying friends with a bunch of fun activities that kids and adults will enjoy! Join us on Saturday\, June 6th from 1pm – 3pm at Tegart Ponds in SW Gresham. You can… \n\nAdd dragonflies and damselflies to our iNaturalist Bioblitz project\nTry your hand at catching dragonflies\nLearn the differences between dragonflies and damselflies\nMake dragonfly art and crafts to take home\nLearn about pollinator friendly gardening practices\nLearn about the benefits of stormwater ponds and how watersheds function\nHAVE FUN!\n\nWhatever you do\, don’t miss the Dragonfly Day Bioblitz! See you there! \nPlease RSVP by clicking here so we know how many people to expect!\nWhat: Dragonfly Day \nWhen: June 6th\, 1pm-3pm \nWhere: Tegart Pond in SW Gresham. The nearest address is 4293 SW Brixton Ave\, Gresham\, OR 97080. \nHow to prepare: Create an account on iNaturalist and join the Bioblitz project – JCWC Dragonfly Day Bioblitz! Tegart Pond. This event will happen rain or shine\, so dress for weather: rain coat\, warm layers\, sun hat\, and sunscreen as necessary. Wear sturdy\, close-toed shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Some activities will take place in and around long grasses and potentially pokey plants. Long sleeves and long pants are recommended. Bring a filled water bottle and a snack. You can also bring a blanket or folding chairs to sit in the grass \nWe will provide: All necessary instruction and materials for activities. If you have your own insect net you are welcome to bring it. We can also provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact info@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare. \nHealth and Safety: We will follow current Oregon Health Authority guidelines. Stay home if you are experiencing symptoms of any contagious illness or have had recent contact with someone exhibiting symptoms of any illness. \nChildren are welcome: This event is great for children of all ages.  \nAccessibility: This event may require standing\, sitting\, or squatting for extended periods of time. There will be limited seating and shade available. The dragonfly catching activity will take place in and around a stormwater pond with mildly sloping to flat banks. A portable bathroom will be available.  \nPlease RSVP by clicking here so we know how many people to expect!\nDirections: Tegart Ponds are located at the corner of SW 43rd Ave and SW Brixton Ave in Gresham. The closest street address is 4293 SW Brixton Ave\, Gresham. \nBy transit: This site is not easily accessed by public transit. Take Bus #9 (Portland/Gresham TC) to W Powell & SW Duniway. Transfer to Bus #82 (Gresham Village) and take it to SW Heiney & Binford Lake. Walk about 1.5 miles south on Wonderview Dr\, SW 27th D.\, SW Mawcrest Ave\, SW Willow Pkwy\, SW 31st St\, SW Tegart Ave\, SW 38th St\, and SW Brixton Ave. Take the access path from the corner of SW Brixton and SW 43rd south to the wetland trail. \nBy bike: Take the Springwater Corridor Trail to SW Highland Dr. Follow SW Highland Dr south (it will become SW Pleasant View Dr and then SE 190th Dr) for about 1.5 miles. Turn left (east) onto SW Butler Rd\, then right on SW Tegart Ave\, left on SW 38th\, and right onto SW Brixton Ave. Find the access path to the wetlands at the corner of SW Brixton Ave and SE 43rd St. \nBy car: Take SE Powell Blvd (from Portland) or W Powell Blvd (From Gresham)/Hwy 26 to SW Highland Dr. Turn south onto SW Highland Dr (it will become SW Pleasant View Dr and then SE 190th Dr). Turn left onto SW 41st St\, then right onto SW Brixton Ave. Park along SW 43rd St (please be respectful of our neighbors’ driveways!). \nThank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health. The Mintkeski Family Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation\, City of Gresham\, East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/dragonfly-day-bioblitz/
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