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SUMMARY:Native Plant Presentation & Hike with the Deaf Community
DESCRIPTION:This Event is Cancelled\nSpring is here and the plants are blooming. Join JCWC and PP&R at Powell Butte for a presentation by Susan Hawes on PNW Native Plants – Plant ID\, Where you can find them\, and Will they grow in your yard?\, followed by a short 1.5 mile hike at Powell Butte. An interpreter is provided\, along with visual guides. This event has limited spots with priority given to members of the Deaf Community and their family. Registration is required. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO RSVP \n  \nWhat: Native Plant Presentation & Hike for members of the Deaf Community \nWhen: Saturday\, May 10th\, from 10:30 am – 12:30pm \nWhere: Powell Butte (directions below). \nHow to prepare: This event will happen rain or shine\, so dress for weather: rain coat\, warm layers\, sun hat\, and sunscreen as necessary. Wear sturdy shoes for walking. Bring a filled water bottle and a snack – optional. \nWe will provide: An interpreter\, visual guides\, presentation\, and guided hike. Please contact info@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare if needed. \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: Children are welcome at this event if accompanied by an attentive adult.  \nAccessibility: This event may require standing for long periods\, walking over uneven ground\, going up or down steep slopes. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO RSVP \n  \nDirections:  \nBy transit: Take route 9 east on SE Powell Blvd to SE Powell & Naegeli. Walk about half a mile uphill on SE 162nd Ave to reach the visitor’s center.  \nBy bike: Take the Springwater Corridor trail east and turn right onto SE Jenne Rd (which becomes SE 174th Ave). Turn left onto Naegeli Dr\, left on Lillian Way\, then follow Anderegg Loop in either direction to reach the Johnson Creek Trail. Take the trail to SE 163nd Ave and bike steeply uphill to reach the visitor’s center. \nBy car: Take SE Powell Blvd/Hwy 26 east and turn right onto 162nd Ave. Park in the main lot and meet near the visitor’s center. \n  \nThank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health. The Mintkeski Family Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation\, Portland General Electric\, The City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services\, and Portland Parks and Recreation.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/native-plant-talk-hike-with-the-deaf-community/
LOCATION:Powell Butte Natural Area\, 16160 SE Powell Blvd\, Portland\, OR\, 97236
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SUMMARY:2025 Dragonfly Day
DESCRIPTION:Dragonfly Day is here! We’re celebrating our favorite flying friends with a bunch of fun activities that kids and adults will enjoy! Join us on Saturday\, June 14th from 1pm – 3pm at Tegart Ponds in SW Gresham. You can… \n\nTry your hand at catching dragonflies\nLearn about 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 Dragonfly Day! See you there! \nPlease RSVP by clicking here so we know how many people to expect! \nWhat: Dragonfly Day \nWhen: June 14th\, 1pm-3pm \nWhere: Tegart Pond in SW Gresham. The nearest address is 4293 SW Brixton Ave\, Gresham\, OR 97080. \nHow to prepare: 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 St 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.  \n  \n¡El Día de la Libélula ya está aquí! ¡Celebraremos a nuestros amigos voladores \nfavoritos con un montón de actividades divertidas que disfrutarán niños y adultos! \nAcompáñenos el sábado 14 de junio de 1pm a 3 pm en los Estanques Tegart\, en el \nsuroeste de Gresham. Usted podrá: \nIntentar atrapar libélulas \nAprender sobre las diferencias entre libélulas y caballitos del diablo \nHacer manualidades con libélulas para llevarlas a casa \nAprender sobre las prácticas de jardinería amigables con los polinizadores \nConocer los beneficios de los estanques de aguas de lluvia y cómo \nfuncionan las cuencas hidrográficas \n¡DIVIÉRTASE! \n¡No se pierda el Día de la Libélula! ¡Esperamos verlo allí! \n¡Confirme su asistencia haciendo clic aquí para que sepamos cuántas personas \npodemos esperar! \nQué: Día de la Libélula \nCuándo: 14 de junio\, 1pm-3pm \nDónde: Estanques de Tegart en el suroeste de Gresham. La dirección más cercana \nes 4293 SW Brixton Ave\, Gresham\, OR 97080. \nCómo prepararse: Este evento se llevará a cabo con lluvia o sol\, así que vístase \nsegún el clima: impermeable\, capas abrigadas\, sombrero para el sol y protector \nsolar según sea necesario. Use zapatos resistentes y cerrados y ropa que no le \nimporte ensuciar. Algunas actividades se llevarán a cabo dentro y alrededor de \npastos altos y plantas potencialmente diminutas. Se recomienda usar pantalones \nlargos y mangas largas. Traiga una botella de agua llena y un refrigerio. También \npuede traer una manta o sillas plegables para sentarse en el césped. \nProporcionaremos: Toda las instrucciones y los materiales necesarios para las \nactividades. Si tiene su propia mosquitera\, puede traerla. También podemos ofrecer \nel pago de tarifas de autobús de ida y vuelta al evento. Comuníquese con \ninfo@jcwc.org para organizar la tarifa del autobús. \nSalud y seguridad: Seguiremos las directrices actuales de la Autoridad Sanitaria de \nOregon. Quédese en casa si tiene síntomas de alguna enfermedad contagiosa o si \nha tenido contacto recientemente con alguien que presente síntomas de alguna \nenfermedad. \nLos niños son bienvenidos: Este evento es ideal para niños de todas las edades.  \nAccesibilidad: Este evento puede requerir estar de pie\, sentado o en cuclillas \ndurante periodos prolongados. Habrá asientos limitados y sombra disponibles. La \nactividad de captura de libélulas se llevará a cabo en y alrededor de un estanque de \naguas de lluvia con orillas de pendiente leve a plana. Habrá un baño portátil \ndisponible.  \n¡Confirme su asistencia haciendo clic aquí para que sepamos cuántas personas \npodemos esperar! \n  \nInstrucciones: Los Estanques de Tegart se encuentran en la esquina de SW 43rd \nSt y SW Brixton Ave en Gresham. La dirección más cercana es 4293 SW Brixton \nAve\, Gresham. \nTransporte público: No se puede acceder fácilmente a este sitio en transporte \npúblico. Tome el autobús #9 (Portland/Gresham TC) hacia W Powell y SW Duniway. \nCambie al autobús #82 (Gresham Village) y baje en SW Heiney & Binford Lake. \nCamine aproximadamente 1.5 millas hacia el sur por Wonderview Dr.\, SW 27th D.\, \nSW Mawcrest Ave\, SW Willow Pkwy\, SW 31st St\, SW Tegart Ave\, SW 38th St y SW \nBrixton Ave. Tome el sendero de acceso desde la esquina de SW Brixton y SW 43rd \nsur hasta el sendero del humedal. \nEn bicicleta: Tome el sendero Springwater Corridor hasta SW Highland Dr. Siga por \nSW Highland Dr hacia el sur (se convertirá en SW Pleasant View Dr y luego en SE \n190th Dr) durante aproximadamente 1.5 millas. Gire a la izquierda (este) hacia SW \nButler Rd\, luego a la derecha en SW Tegart Ave\, a la izquierda en SW 38th y a la \nderecha en SW Brixton Ave. Encuentre el camino de acceso a los humedales en la \nesquina de SW Brixton Ave y SE 43rd St. \nEn coche: Tome SE Powell Blvd (desde Portland) o W Powell Blvd (desde Gresham) \n/Hwy 26 hasta SW Highland Dr. Gire hacia el sur hacia SW Highland Dr (se \nconvertirá en SW Pleasant View Dr y luego en SE 190th Dr). Gire a la izquierda en \nSW 41st St y luego a la derecha en SW Brixton Ave. Estaciónese a lo largo de SW \n43rd St (¡por favor\, respete las entradas de nuestros vecinos!). \nGracias a nuestros financiadores y socios por apoyar la salud de las cuencas \nhidrográficas. El Fondo de la Familia Mintkeski de la Fundación Comunitaria de Oregon\, \nla Ciudad de Gresham y el Distrito de Conservación de Suelos y Aguas de East \nMultnomah.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/2025-dragonfly-day/
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
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SUMMARY:Wildlife Walk for the Queer & Trans Community
DESCRIPTION:Join Marlee (they/them) for a slow\, meandering walk and hang at Powell Butte Natural Area. Recently we have seen deer\, coyotes\, kestrels\, lazuli buntings\, and many more! The goal of this event is to see some sick wildlife\, but also have time to connect and chat with each other 🙂  \nThis is the first of what will hopefully be many wildlife walks for the Queer and Trans community. Thank you for being part of the pilot! \nThis event is only for individuals that identify as part of the LGBTQIA2S+ (or Queer) community.  Allies we love you\, but this event is not for you.  \nClick here to RSVP\n  \nWhat: Wildlife Walk for the Queer & Trans Community. A super chill\, very slow walk through Powell Butte Natural Area.  \nWhen: 9:00am-11am\, Saturday\, August 2nd\, 2025  \nWhere: Powell Butte Natural Area (directions will be emailed after registering) \nWhat to bring: Bring a filled water bottle and snacks. You’re welcome to bring your own binoculars\, field guides\, or anything else you like on a nice walk.  \nWhat to wear: Dress for the weather! We will be staying on the trails\, but sturdy\, close-toed shoes are recommended. Bring a raincoat or a hat and sunscreen\, as appropriate. \nWhat we will provide: Snacks\, field guides\, some binoculars. We can also provide bus fare to the event. Please contact info@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare. \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 will require walking\, standing\, and sitting. The trails we will be travelling are 2.5 miles. The trail is composed of gravel and paved sections. For more trail information click HERE. There will be a bathroom available for this event. There may be some noise from nearby roads\, but generally the park is quiet.  \n  \nClick HERE to RSVP\n  \nThank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health. The Mintkeski Family Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation\, Portland General Electric\, East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District\, Portland Parks & Recreation\, and Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/wildlife-walk-for-the-queer-trans-community/
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
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SUMMARY:Science in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of fun scientific exploration in the park. This year we are learning about what is in the Johnson Creek Watershed! We’ll have interactive stations about salmon\, insects and more! This event is great for elementary and pre-k age kids to discover what kinds of things contribute to a healthy watershed. \nParticipants will learn about First Foods\, participate in a salmon lifecycle obstacle course\, observe macroinvertebrates\, build a pinecone birdfeeder and create colorful craft dragonflies. \nWe’re also teaming up with SOLVE for a morning clean up from 9am-11am! \nRSVP not required\, but encouraged. RSVP here!\nWhen: Saturday\, September 27th\, 10:00am-12:00pm. Arrive early to participate in SOLVE’s clean up from 9-11am! \nWhere: Mill Park\, 6201 SE Overland St\, Milwaukie\, OR 97222 (directions below) \nWhat: Science in the Park \nHow to prepare: Bring a filled water bottle and some snacks! Feel free to bring a blanket or chairs to sit out on the grass. \nWhat we provide: Instruction and materials. We can also provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact sima@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare. \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 encouraged to attend! This event is great for elementary and pre-k age kids. \nAccessibility: This event may require standing or squatting/kneeling for long periods of time. An ADA portable bathroom is available for this event. \nDirections: There is more than one Mill Park in the Portland area\, so make sure you’re coming to the right one! Closest street address: 6201 SE Overland St\, Milwaukie\, OR 97222 \nBy transit: Take the MAX Orange Line to SE Tacoma/Johnson Creek\, then transfer to Bus #34 (Clackamas Town Center). Get off at the 9700 Block of SE Linwood and walk 2 blocks north on SE Linwood Ave\, then turn east on SE Overland St to reach the park. \nBy bike: Take the Springwater Corridor Trail to SE Linwood Ave. Turn south onto SE Linwood Ave\, then east onto SE Overland St to reach the park. \nBy car: From north of Johnson Creek\, take SE Johnson Creek Blvd to SE Linwood Ave/SE Flavel Dr. Turn south onto SE Linwood Ave\, then east onto SE Overland St to reach the park. From south of Johnson Creek\, take SE King Road and turn north on SE Linwood Ave. After half a mile\, turn east onto SE Overland St to reach the park. \nRSVP not required\, but encouraged. RSVP here!\nThank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health. The Mintkeski Family Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation\, Portland General Electric\, The City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services\, North Clackamas Parks and Recreation District\, and Clackamas Water Environment Services.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/save-the-date-science-in-the-park/
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
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SUMMARY:10th Annual Science Symposium
DESCRIPTION:This year’s symposium highlights the latest research and restoration projects shaping Johnson Creek and its surrounding ecosystems. From amphibian field guides to floodplain and wetland restoration\, long-term data analysis\, and the Confluence Project\, presenters will share discoveries that reveal how our watershed is changing—and what that means for the future. \nCome learn from local scientists\, graduate students\, and practitioners working to better understand and restore the health of Johnson Creek. \n  \nTo see the full line-up of speakers and purchase tickets\, click here!\n  \nWhat: Johnson Creek Science Symposium. Tickets $10. \nWhen: Tuesday\, October 21st\, 1pm-5pm. The program starts promptly at 1pm. If you arrive after 1pm you will be let in during a break in programming. There will be a 30 minute break during the programming with hors d’oeuvres and refreshments available. \nWhere: Reed College Performing Arts Building Room 320\, 3017 SE Woodstock Blvd\, Portland\, OR 97202. Parking is available in the Reed College West Parking Lot. \nWhat to bring: Your burning questions on all things Johnson Creek Science! We also recommend bringing a sealable water bottle for use during the program. \nWhat we will provide: So much science! We will also provide hors d’oeuvres and refreshments during a break mid way through the event. \nAccessibility: This event requires standing or sitting for long periods of time. The venue is ADA accessible\, including bathrooms. \n  \nTo see the full line-up of speakers and purchase tickets\, click here!\n  \nThank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health. Thank you Portland Bureau of Environmental Services\, Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board\, and Sue & Dick Schubert. 
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/10th-annual-science-symposium/
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
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SUMMARY:Amphibian Egg Mass Survey Orientation Part 1: Online
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-orientation/
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Volunteer Event
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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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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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