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SUMMARY:Full: 2026 Creek Crew Training Part 1: Online
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open for the 2026 Creek Crew Leader cohort. Creek Crew Leaders are a HUGE piece of our restoration\, education\, and outreach work at Johnson Creek! We work with over one thousand volunteers each year and with a small staff\, we can’t function without the community support of volunteers like you to teach and lead in our events! \nThere is a two-part training required to join the 2026 Creek Crew cohort.  See “How do I Join” section below to register for the training.  \n  \nWhen: \nOnline Training: Thursday\, February 5th 6 – 7:30pm \nIn-person Training: Saturday\, February 7th 10am-2:30pm with a 30 minute break for lunch (provided) \n  \nBoth trainings are required for new and returning Creek Crew Leaders\n  \nWhere: \nThursday – Online training: Zoom  \nSaturday – In-person Training: Powell Butte Nature Park (directions below) \n  \nWhat do Creek Crew Leaders do: \nCreek Crew leaders choose at least 4 volunteer days a year to help guide small groups of participants for our native plantings\, invasive species removal\, trash removal parties\, and environmental education throughout the year. CCL’s will also get opportunities to support tabling events\, like the Woodstock Farmers Market. CCL’s are a crucial element of our larger events such as our Watershed Wide Event (March 7th) and the Johnson Creek Clean-Up (August 15th). \n  \nOur Creek Crew Leaders are the reason JCWC is able to plant 5\,000 native plants and pull 6 tons of trash out of the creek every year – we couldn’t do it without you! \n  \nWhy be a Creek Crew Leader: \n\nHave fun outdoors with cool people!\nDevelop and practice leadership skills\nLearn about ecology and restoration practices \nGain familiarity with Pacific Northwest plant and animal species\nMake friends and professional connections from diverse backgrounds\nGet a reference for applications to college\, jobs\, or scholarships\nReceive sweet Johnson Creek swag\n\n  \nWho are Creek Crew Leaders:  \n\nA new or returning Johnson Creek Watershed Council volunteer\nOver 16 – OR – you are under 16 but paired with a parent or guardian as a Creek Crew team\nExcited to attend and lead at least 4 volunteer events (especially Watershed Wide Event\, March 7th and/or Johnson Creek Cleanup\, August 15th)\n\n  \nHow do I join?\n  \nIt’s a 3 step process: \nFirst: Fill out this digital waiver. Afterwards\, we will send you a link to the training webinar. \n–> \nTraining Part 1: Attend the webinar training on Thursday\, February 5th from 6pm-7:30pm \nWhen you complete this training you will be able to sign up for the first round of events!  \n–> \nTraining Part 2: Hands-On training\, Saturday\, February 7th from 10am-2:30pm with a 30 minute break for lunch (not provided). Details will be sent to you after you complete the webinar. (This is the part where you get to make friends\, get leadership practice\, and get sweet JCWC swag!) \n  \nReach out to Marlee@jcwc.org if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you there!  \n  \nDetails for the training: \n  \nWe will provide: Gloves\, and all necessary tools\, plus coffee\, pastries and snacks. We can also provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact  Marlee@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare. \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. Bring a filled water bottle and lunch. \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 under 16 are not permitted: We recommend that all volunteers are over 16 for this role. If you are under 16 you are welcome to join if paired with a parent or guardian as a Creek Crew team for the training and all events.  \nAccessibility: This event may require standing for long periods\, walking over uneven ground\, going up or down steep slopes\, bending\, and lifting heavy objects.  \nDirections: \nA zoom link and directions will be emailed after you complete the waiver. \n  \nA huge thank you to Portland Parks and Recreation 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\, East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District\, and City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/2025-creek-crew-training-part-1-online/
CATEGORIES:Land Tending
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SUMMARY:FULL: 2026 Creek Crew Training Part 2: In-person
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open for the 2026 Creek Crew Leader cohort. Creek Crew Leaders are a HUGE piece of our restoration\, education\, and outreach work at Johnson Creek! We work with over one thousand volunteers each year and with a small staff\, we can’t function without the community support of volunteers like you to teach and lead in our events! \nThere is a two-part training required to join the 2026 Creek Crew cohort.  See “How do I Join” section below to register for the training.  \n  \nWhen: \nOnline Training: Thursday\, February 5th 6 – 7:30pm \nIn-person Training: Saturday\, February 7th 10am-2:30pm with a 30 minute break for lunch (provided) \n  \nBoth trainings are required for new and returning Creek Crew Leaders\n  \nWhere: \nThursday – Online training: Zoom  \nSaturday – In-person Training: Powell Butte Nature Park (directions below) \n  \nWhat do Creek Crew Leaders do: \nCreek Crew leaders choose at least 4 volunteer days a year to help guide small groups of participants for our native plantings\, invasive species removal\, trash removal parties\, and environmental education throughout the year. CCL’s will also get opportunities to support tabling events\, like the Woodstock Farmers Market. CCL’s are a crucial element of our larger events such as our Watershed Wide Event (March 7th) and the Johnson Creek Clean-Up (August 15th). \n  \nOur Creek Crew Leaders are the reason JCWC is able to plant 5\,000 native plants and pull 6 tons of trash out of the creek every year – we couldn’t do it without you! \n  \nWhy be a Creek Crew Leader: \n\nHave fun outdoors with cool people!\nDevelop and practice leadership skills\nLearn about ecology and restoration practices \nGain familiarity with Pacific Northwest plant and animal species\nMake friends and professional connections from diverse backgrounds\nGet a reference for applications to college\, jobs\, or scholarships\nReceive sweet Johnson Creek swag\n\n  \nWho are Creek Crew Leaders:  \n\nA new or returning Johnson Creek Watershed Council volunteer\nOver 16 – OR – you are under 16 but paired with a parent or guardian as a Creek Crew team\nExcited to attend and lead at least 4 volunteer events (especially Watershed Wide Event\, March 7th and/or Johnson Creek Cleanup\, August 15th)\n\n  \nHow do I join?\n  \nIt’s a 3 step process: \nFirst: Fill out this digital waiver. Afterwards\, we will send you a link to the training webinar. \n–> \nTraining Part 1: Attend the webinar training on Thursday\, February 5th from 6pm-7:30pm \nWhen you complete this training you will be able to sign up for the first round of events!  \n–> \nTraining Part 2: Hands-On training\, Saturday\, February 7th from 10am-2:30pm with a 30 minute break for lunch (not provided). Details will be sent to you after you complete the webinar. (This is the part where you get to make friends\, get leadership practice\, and get sweet JCWC swag!) \n  \nReach out to Marlee@jcwc.org if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you there!  \n  \nDetails for the training: \n  \nWe will provide: Gloves\, and all necessary tools\, plus coffee\, pastries and snacks. We can also provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact  Marlee@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare. \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. Bring a filled water bottle and lunch. \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 under 16 are not permitted: We recommend that all volunteers are over 16 for this role. If you are under 16 you are welcome to join if paired with a parent or guardian as a Creek Crew team for the training and all events.  \nAccessibility: This event may require standing for long periods\, walking over uneven ground\, going up or down steep slopes\, bending\, and lifting heavy objects.  \nDirections: \nA zoom link and directions will be emailed after you complete the waiver. \n  \nA huge thank you to Portland Parks and Recreation 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\, East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District\, and City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/2026-creek-crew-training-part-2-in-person/
CATEGORIES:Land Tending
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SUMMARY:Land Tending at Leach Botanical Garden
DESCRIPTION:Gather with us in the Back 5 at Leach Botanical Garden for a morning of land tending and appreciation! This work helps to increase Pacific Northwest ecosystem diversity in an expanding habitat area and supports our collaborative Back 5 educational project. No experience necessary! \nThe Leach Botanical Garden is a hidden gem in outer SE Portland. Beyond the manicured paths of the garden are several acres of forests and fields which have become overrun by Himalayan blackberry\, English ivy\, and other plants that discourage diversity. The garden needs your help to become a healthy ecosystem again! \nThank you for volunteering to join us in opening spaces to promote a healthy ecosystem in the Leach Botanical Garden! Volunteers are encouraged to enjoy the rest of the garden after the event. \nClick Here to RSVP \nQuestions? Email sara@jcwc.org \nWhat: land tending\, trail maintenance\, and weeding. \nWhen: Wednesday\, February 11th\, 2026\, 9am-12pm \nWhere: Leach Botanical Garden (see directions below) \nWhat to bring: Bring a filled water bottle and snacks. You’re welcome to bring gloves and tools\, if you want to use your own. \nWhat to wear: Dress for the weather! Wear long thick pants\, a long-sleeved shirt\, and sturdy shoes for uneven terrain that you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a raincoat or a hat and sunscreen\, as appropriate. \nWhat we provide: Gloves\, tools\, and instruction on how to safely use tools and what plants we’ll remove.  \nChildren are welcome but must be accompanied by an attentive adult. This work is around and near prickly plants and on uneven terrain which can be challenging for young children. We recommend children ages 12 and up for this type of event \nDirections to site:  \nBy transit: Take route #73 or #10 to SE Foster & 122nd. Walk about 0.2 miles south on SE 122nd Ave to the main entrance to the garden. \nBy bike: Take the Springwater Corridor Trail east\, then turn right on 122nd Ave. Cross SE Foster Rd\, then turn left into the main entrance. Or bike east on SE Foster Rd and turn right onto SE 122nd Ave\, then left into the main entrance. \nBy car: Take SE Foster Rd east and turn right on SE 122nd Ave. Park at the upper parking lot at the main entrance. (If you find yourself going down a steep hill you have gone too far!) Meet at the main entrance near the admissions kiosk. Do not leave any valuables in your car! \nClick Here to RSVP \nA big thank you to The Mintkeski Family Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation and Portland General Electric for their generous funding for our volunteer program.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/land-tending-at-leach-botanical-garden-13/
CATEGORIES:Habitat Enhancement,Land Tending,Stewardship Event,Volunteer Event
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SUMMARY:Land Tending at Errol Heights
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of Errol Heights\, Portland Parks & Recreation\, and Johnson Creek Watershed Council as we gather at Errol Heights Park for a morning of Land Tending! Revegetation\, selective plant removal\, and trash pick-up encourages plant and species diversity and builds habitats for a healthy watershed. \nCLICK HERE TO RSVP \nWhen: Saturday\, February 21st\,  9:00 am-12:00 pm \nWhere: Errol Heights City Park (directions emailed after registration) \nWhat: Native plantings\, litter pickup\, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change at the site. \nHow to prepare: This event will happen rain or shine\, so dress for the weather! Wear long thick pants\, a long-sleeved shirt\, and sturdy shoes you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a raincoat or a hat and sunscreen\, as appropriate. Bring a filled water bottle and snacks! You’re welcome to bring gloves and tools\, if you want to use your own. \nWhat we provide: Gloves and all necessary tools\, and instruction on how to safely use tools and remove invasive weeds. 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. 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 welcome: Children must be accompanied by an attentive adult. This work is around and near sharp prickly plants and can be challenging for young children. We recommend children ages 12 and up for this type of event. \nAccessibility: This event may require standing or squatting/kneeling for long periods of time\, walking over uneven ground\, bending and lifting heavy objects. Bathrooms are available for this event.  \nCLICK HERE TO RSVP \nThank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health. The Mintkeski Family Fund of Oregon Community Foundation\, Portland General Electric\, The City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services\, Friends of Errol Heights\, and Portland Parks and Recreation.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/land-tending-at-errol-heights-11/
CATEGORIES:Habitat Enhancement,Land Tending,Stewardship Event,Volunteer Event
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