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SUMMARY:Errol Heights Bird Walk with Jeff Marks
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the newly renovated Errol Heights Park for a bird walk with ornithologist Jeff Marks. Explore new features throughout the park and habitats designed for a variety of terrestrial and aquatic birds. Jeff has graduate degrees in Wildlife Biology (breeding ecology of Long-eared Owls) and Zoology (nonbreeding ecology of Bristle-thighed Curlews). He has more than 60  journal publications on birds and is the senior author of Birds of Montana in addition to being the Executive Director of the Montana Bird Advocacy. \n\n\n\nCLICK HERE TO RVSP \n\n\n\nWhat: Bird Walk  at Errol Heights Park with Jeff Marks \n\n\n\nWhen: Saturday\, March 16th\, from 7:30 am – 8:30pm \n\n\n\nWhere: Errol Heights City Park (directions emailed after registration). \n\n\n\nWhat to bring: Bring a filled water bottle and binoculars. \n\n\n\nWhat to wear: Dress for the weather! Wear comfortable shoes that are suitable for walking on uneven terrain. \n\n\n\nWe will provide: Binoculars. You are welcome to bring your own. \n\n\n\nChildren are welcome but must be accompanied by an attentive adult. This event is recommended for children ages 12 and up. \n\n\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. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: This event may require standing for long periods\, walking over uneven ground\, going up or down steep slopes. \n\n\n\nCLICK HERE TO RSVP \n\n\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\, Friends of Errol Heights and Portland Parks and Recreation.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/errol-heights-bird-walk-with-jeff-marks-phd/
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SUMMARY:Habitat Enhancement at Leach Botanical Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us in removing invasive weeds from the Leach Botanical Garden! This work helps to create new spaces and supports our collaborative Back 5 educational project. No experience necessary! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSince 2018 Johnson Creek Watershed Council has been working with a group of partners to restore 5 acres on the east side of Leach Botanical Garden that borders Johnson Creek. The partnership includes: Wisdom of the Elders\, Inc\, African Youth Community Organization\, The Blueprint Foundation\, David Douglas High School\, Leach Botanical Garden\, along with help from experts at Portland Parks and Recreation\, and many dedicated volunteers.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe created an awesome video and website to share what is going on with the project and partnership. Find out what we have been up to on the Leach Back Five Website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to RSVP\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat: Invasive species removal\, grubbing\, and weeding. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, March 13th\, 2024\, 9am-12pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: Leach Botanical Garden (see directions below) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to wear: Dress for the weather! Wear long thick pants\, a long-sleeved shirt\, and sturdy\, close-toed shoes you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a raincoat or a hat and sunscreen\, as appropriate.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat we provide: Gloves\, 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren are welcome but must be accompanied by an attentive adult. This work is around and near prickly plants and can be challenging for young children. We recommend children ages 12 and up for this type of event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to RSVP\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDirections to site: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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! \n\n\n\n\n\n\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/habitat-enhancement-at-leach-botanical-garden-3/
CATEGORIES:Habitat Enhancement,Partner Event
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SUMMARY:2024 Watershed Wide Event
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for Johnson Creek Watershed Council’s most unified restoration event of the year! The Watershed Wide Event is happening Saturday\, March 2nd from 8:45am -12noon. We will spread out at 10 simultaneous work parties throughout the watershed. Stick around at the end for a free lunch.Johnson Creek is a unique waterway\, providing home and habitat to lots of special wildlife and a lot of human communities. This event is a great time to come together and care for the creek and watershed as we weed\, plant and mulch helping to restore a healthier watershed.  For the past 28 years\, JCWC has been proud to participate in a community dedicated to restoring\, repairing\, and cleaning Johnson Creek. Be a part of the legacy!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPLEASE RSVP. Site choices are below. Click on the name of the site you would like to volunteer at and fill out the waiver to register. Want to organize a team? Email info@jcwc.org.Not interested in planting native plants but still want to help? There are jobs for multiple abilities and talents! We need helpers to pick up and deliver lunch to all of the sites\, photographers\, and helpers to get coffee and snacks to the sites in the morning. If you are interested in any of these Special Jobs\, please sign up HERE!When: Saturday\, March 2nd from 8:45am -12:00 noon\, free lunch provided at the endWhere: Choose your desired site (below). After you sign the waiver\, directions will be sent to your email inbox. How 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 a snack.What we will provide: Gloves\, all necessary tools and instructions\, plus snacks\, coffee and a free lunch at the end of the event. We can also provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact info@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare. Healthy 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.Children are welcome with an attentive adult: Youth 16 and younger MUST be accompanied by an adult\, youth 16-18 may come unaccompanied but need a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Accessibility: All sites will require standing for long periods of time\, walking over uneven ground\, going up and down steep slope bending\, and lifting heavy objects. Check out our special jobs for jobs for all abilities and talents. Restrooms will be available at each site but are not ADA compliant.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSite Description: **To register: Click on the name of the site that you are interested in volunteering at below and complete the online waiver.  \n\n\n\n\n\nALL OUR SITES ARE FULL\, THANK YOU!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSITE FULL: Click here to sign-up for: Badger Creek Culvert (Boring)Project: Partnering with Portland Parks and Recreation we will remove non-native plants\, including blackberry and pick up litter along the Springwater Corridor. Meeting location and Parking: The intersection of Springwater Corridor trail/SE Telford Rd/SE Rugg Rd/SE 267th. 26535 SE Rugg Road is the nearest house address to the meeting site. Transit:By Bus: No Trimet access to siteBike/Walk: Follow the the Springwater Corridor trail: www.PortlandOregon.gov/parks/springwatermap.Thank you and Lunch:  Lunch will be provided at Main City Park (219 S Main Ave\, Gresham\, OR 97080) after the event where there is a covered shelter\, both vegan and meat options will be available.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSITE FULL: Click here to sign-up for: 7th St. Bridge (Gresham)Project: Partnering with the City of Gresham\, we will provide maintenance tasks at an ongoing habitat enhancement project. Meeting Location and Parking: The closest address to the site is 685 SW 4th St\, Gresham\, OR. Take NW Eastman Parkway South until SW 7th Street. Take left onto SW 7th Avenue. Project site is on the south side of Creek\, east of the bridge. Parking is available on both sides of SW 7th Street\, you can also park at Main City Park parking lot and walk south on the Springwater trail.Transit: By Bus: From Portland\, the 9 bus on Powell.Check out Tri-met for more detailed directions from your location. Walk or bike on the Springwater Corridor Trail! Thank you and Lunch:  Lunch will be provided at Main City Park (219 S Main Ave\, Gresham\, OR 97080) after the event where there is a covered shelter\, both vegan and meat options will be available.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSITE FULL: Click here to sign-up for: Brookside Apartments (Milwaukie)Project: Join us for the second year of maintenance and planting at the Brookside Apartments along Johnson Creek. Meeting location and Parking: Meet at 4611 SE Brookside Dr. Milwaukie\, OR 97222. Turn off of SE Johnson Creek Boulevard and park along the street on Brookside Dr. or find an open Visitor parking spot (indicated with a V) in the parking lot for Brookside Apartments. Transit:By Bus: Take bus 75 or 34 that drops off at SE Johnson Creek and Brookside Dr.  For more transit directions\, visit https://trimet.org/Bike or walk: On the Springwater Trail! Link to trail map: https://www.portland.gov/documents/springwater-corridor-mappdf/downloadThank you and Lunch: Lunch will be delivered to the site at the end of the event\, both vegan and meat options will be available. \n\n\n\n\nSITE FULL: Click here to sign-up for: Springwater Trail at Luther Road (Clackamas County)Project: We will be partnering with North Clackamas Parks and Recreation and Clackamas Water Environment Services to harvest and plant  willow stakes along the stream. After the work party\, there will be a 30 minute tour of the site with the City of Portland Bureau of Environment Services to learn about this unique restoration project. Meeting location and Parking: Meet at the intersection of the Springwater Trail and Luther Road. Street Parking available along SE Luther road between 75th and 82nd ave\, sling SE Harney Street between SE Springwater Dr and 82nd and in the neighborhood NE of the Springwater Trail (77th Ave and SE Springwater Dr.). Transit:By Bus: Bus 72 drops off at the 82nd and Crystal Springs stop and you can walk West on the Springwater to the meeting location.Check out Tri-met for more detailed directions from your location.  Bike or Walk: Take the Springwater Trail! Link to trail map: https://www.portland.gov/documents/springwater-corridor-mappdf/downloadThank you and Lunch: Lunch will be delivered to the site at the end of the event\, both vegan and meat options will be available. \n\n\n\nSITE FULL: Click here to sign-up for: Foster Floodplain (Portland)Project: We will partner with Portland Parks and Recreation to plant and other habitat enhancement tasks. Meeting location and Parking: Located on the south side of Foster on SE 104th and Foster. Drive East from Portland on Foster Road past 103rd Ave. The natural area is on your right. Park in the parking lot\, or on SE Foster\, adjacent to the parking lot. PLEASE NOTE: Due to a PBOT (Portland Bureau of Transportation) lane-change\, there is now very little parking available alongside Foster Road. If there is no parking available in the parking lot or along Foster Road when you arrive\, please continue on Foster Road\, turn right at the next intersection (SE 110 th Drive)\, crossover Johnson Creek and take the first right onto SE Cooper Street. Drive to the end of Cooper Street. Parking is along Cooper Street. Watch for No Parking signs\, and be aware not to block neighbor’s driveways. Walk the ½ mile-long paved trail through the park to the meeting location.Transit:By Bus: Take Bus lines 73 and 14.Check out Tri-met for more detailed directions from your location. Bike or Walk: Take the Springwater Trail! Link to trail map: https://www.portland.gov/documents/springwater-corridor-mappdf/downloadThank you and Lunch: Lunch will be delivered to the site at the end of the event\, both vegan and meat options will be available. \n\n\n\nSITE FULL: Tideman Johnson Park(Portland)Project: We will be partnering with Portland Parks and Recreation and Friends of Tideman Johnson for habitat enhancement tasks including mulching\, litter pick-up and invasive species removal and more! Location and Parking: Meet at SE 37th Ave. & Tenino St. Turn west onto Crystal Springs Blvd. from SE 45th St. Turn left onto SE 37th and park along the street next to the Springwater Corridor trail entrance\, or along one of the other neighboring streets.Transit: By Bus: Take bus 75\, and get off at the SE 45th & Springwater Corridor trail (SCT)/Johnson Creek Blvd bus stop. Walk west on the Springwater Corridor Trail for ½ mile. Check out Tri-met for more detailed directions from your location. Bike or Walk: Take the Springwater Trail! Link to trail map: https://www.portland.gov/documents/springwater-corridor-mappdf/downloadThank you and Lunch: Lunch will be delivered to the site at the end of the event\, both vegan and meat options will be available. \n\n\n\n\n\nSITE FULL: Click here to sign-up for: Trinity Lutheran Church (Gresham)/ Iglesia Episcopal Santa Cruz (Gresham)*Este evento tendra traduccion al español disponible.* Project: We will plant a rain garden in areas that we depaved in October. Rain gardens will help to filter pollutants in stormwater before it reaches Johnson Creek.Meeting Location and Parking: Trinity Lutheran Church is located at 507 W Powell Blvd\, Gresham\, OR 97030. Park in the church parking lot. Transit: By Bus: From Portland take the 9 bus and get off at W Powell Blvd and SW Eastman Pkwy.Check out Tri-met for more detailed directions from your location. Bike or Walk: Follow the Springwater Corridor Trail to SW 7th St in Gresham. Take SW 7th. Turn right onto Eastman Pkwy and follow past Powell Blvd to the church on the right. Thank you and Lunch: Lunch will be provided at Main City Park (219 S Main Ave\, Gresham\, OR 97080) after the event where there is a covered shelter\, both vegan and meat options will be available. Proyecto: Plantaremos un jardín de lluvia en áreas de las que retiramos el concreto en octubre. Los jardines de lluvia ayudarán a filtrar los contaminantes del agua pluvial antes de que llegue a Johnson Creek.Lugar de reunión y estacionamiento: Iglesia Episcopal Santa Cruz\, 507 W Powell Blvd\, Gresham\, OR 97030. Aparcar en el estacionamiento de la iglesia.Gracias y almuerzo: El almuerzo se proporcionará en Main City Park (219 S Main Ave\, Gresham\, OR 97080) después del evento donde habrá un refugio cubierto\, estarán disponibles opciones tanto veganas como de carne. \n\n\n\n\n\nSITE FULL: Click here to sign-up for: Johnson Creek Park – East Side (Portland)Project: We will be partnering with Portland Parks and Recreation for planting native plants and other habitat enhancement tasks!Meeting location and Parking: East side of Johnson Creek Park\, SE Clatsop St. and SE 23 rd Ave. Closest address is 2316 SE Clatsop St\, Portland\, OR 97202.Accessible only by Highway 99 southbound. Head south on Hwy 99. Just past the Tacoma St. entrance to the Hwy and just past the Acropolis\, look carefully for Clatsop St. on your right. (The turn onto Clatsop Street is before you cross under the Springwater Corridor bridge that spans over Hwy 99.) Turn right and follow until the end of the road. If you miss Clatsop Rd.\, turn around at the light at Ochoco St. and head back north on Hwy 99\, then turn around again at the Tacoma St. entrance to return to Hwy 99 South.Transit:By Bus: Take bus #31\, #32\, #33\, #99\, or #70. Check out Tri-met for more detailed directions from your location. Walk or bike: on the Springwater Corridor trail: www.PortlandOregon.gov/parks/springwatermap.Thank you and Lunch: Lunch will be delivered to the site at the end of the event\, both vegan and meat options will be available. \n\n\n\nSITE FULL: Click here to sign-up for: Creek Care Property (Damascus)Project: We will plant along the creek at one of our most recent Creek Care properties. Adding native plants along the creek enhances habitat for wildlife and shades the creek to reduce temperatures. Meeting Location and Parking: This is a private residence located at 11213 SE 242nd Ave\, Damascus\, OR 97089. Park in the gravel area next to the house. Transit: By Bus: Not easily accessible by public transportation. Thank you and Lunch:  Lunch will be provided at Main City Park  (219 S Main Ave\, Gresham\, OR 97080) after the event where there is a covered shelter\, both vegan and meat options will be available \n\n\n\nSITE FULL: Click here to sign-up for: Westmoreland’s Union Manor (Portland)*** Children are not permitted at this site. If you are under 18 or attending with someone under 18\, please select another location.***Project: We will be partnering with Crystal Springs Partnership to plant native plants and remove non-native plants.Location and Parking: Meet at Westmoreland’s Union Manor\, 6404 SE 23rd Ave. Please Park along 23rd Ave and walk to the meeting location. Transit: By Bus: MAX Orange line (SE Bybee Station) or bus #19 (get off at Bybee MAX Station)Check out Tri-met for more detailed directions from your location. Thank you and Lunch: Lunch will be delivered to the site at the end of the event\, both vegan and meat options will be available. \n\n\n\nThank you so much to our funders and partners for helping to make this community event a reality:The Mintkeski Family Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation\, Clackamas County’s Water Environment Services\, Portland General Electric\, East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District\, Clackamas Soil & Water Conservation District\, Portland Parks & Recreation\, City of Gresham\, City of Milwaukie\, Crystal Springs Partnership\, Friends of Tideman Johnson\, The Brookside Apartments\, North Clackamas Parks and Recreation\, Clackamas County Transportation Division and Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services. \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/2024-watershed-wide-event/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event,Volunteer Event
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SUMMARY:Habitat Enhancement at Leach Botanical Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us in removing invasive weeds from the Leach Botanical Garden! This work helps to create new spaces and supports our collaborative Back 5 educational project. No experience necessary! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSince 2018 Johnson Creek Watershed Council has been working with a group of partners to restore 5 acres on the east side of Leach Botanical Garden that borders Johnson Creek. The partnership includes: Wisdom of the Elders\, Inc\, African Youth Community Organization\, The Blueprint Foundation\, David Douglas High School\, Leach Botanical Garden\, along with help from experts at Portland Parks and Recreation\, and many dedicated volunteers.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe created an awesome video and website to share what is going on with the project and partnership. Find out what we have been up to on the Leach Back Five Website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to RSVP\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat: Invasive species removal\, grubbing\, and weeding. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, February 14th\, 2024\, 9am-12pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: Leach Botanical Garden (see directions below) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to wear: Dress for the weather! Wear long thick pants\, a long-sleeved shirt\, and sturdy\, close-toed shoes you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a raincoat or a hat and sunscreen\, as appropriate.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat we provide: Gloves\, 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren are welcome but must be accompanied by an attentive adult. This work is around and near prickly plants and can be challenging for young children. We recommend children ages 12 and up for this type of event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to RSVP\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDirections to site: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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! \n\n\n\n\n\n\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/habitat-enhancement-at-leach-botanical-garden-2/
CATEGORIES:Habitat Enhancement,Partner Event
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SUMMARY:Habitat Enhancement at Tideman Johnson
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of Tideman Johnson Park and the Johnson Creek Watershed Council for a morning of stewardship and habitat enhancement! Tideman Johnson is a small but sweet park along Johnson Creek and the Springwater Corridor Trail in SE Portland. No experience necessary! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE TO RSVP\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Saturday\, February 3rd\,  9:00 am-12:00 pm  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: Tideman Johnson City Park (directions below) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat: Native plantings\, litter pickup\, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change on the site \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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 sima@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare. \n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE TO RSVP\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDirections to site:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBy transit: Take Bus #75 to SE 45th/Nehalem\, then walk about half a mile west on SE Crystal Springs  Blvd. Turn south (left) onto 37th Street and go down a steep hill to the junction of the Springwater Corridor Trail and the Johnson Creek boardwalk Or take the MAX Orange Line to SE Tacoma/Johnson Creek and walk south along the Park & Ride lot to the Springwater Corridor Trail. Walk east on the Trail for a little under a mile to reach the junction with the Johnson Creek boardwalk. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBy bike: follow the Springwater Corridor Trail to the junction with the Johnson Creek boardwalk. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBy car: park near the intersection of 37th and Tenino Streets (please be respectful of our neighbors and do not block driveways or mailboxes). Take the trailhead at the end of 37th Street and go down a steep hill to the junction with the Johnson Creek boardwalk. \n\n\n\n\n\n\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\, East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District and Portland Parks & Recreation\, and Friends of Tideman Johnson.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/habitat-enhancement-at-tideman-johnson/
CATEGORIES:Habitat Enhancement,Partner Event,Volunteer Event
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SUMMARY:Amphibian Egg Mass Survey Field Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Join 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\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to RSVP\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat: Amphibian Egg Mass Surveys in Gresham \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen & Where:  \n\n\n\nOnline Training – January 25th 6:00pm-7:30pm. A Zoom link will be sent to you after registering.  \n\n\n\nField Training and Gear Pick-up – January 27th 10:00am-12:00noon. Brickworks Stormwater Pond in SE Gresham\, parking and access instructions will be emailed to you after registration.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoth training sessions are required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSurvey Season – Survey groups of 2-4 people will visit the assigned site(s) 3 times throughout Feb. and March . \n\n\n\nSurveys involve systematically wading through ponds and gathering data on amphibian egg masses. Surveys can take between 30 minutes and 2 hours. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTraining will include: \n\n\n\n\nHow to identify an egg mass of Pacific chorus and red-legged frogs\, and Northwestern and long-toed salamanders\n\n\n\nSurvey techniques\n\n\n\nField methods and safety\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to RSVP\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFAQ’s \n\n\n\nDo I need to sign-up with another person? Nope! If you sign-up solo we will assign you a survey group. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow many hours do I need to volunteer? Including training\, about 5 to 8 hours depending on drive distance. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan children volunteer? Most sites are relatively shallow\, but are best for kids 10 and up. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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\n\n\n\n\n\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-field-orientation/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event,Volunteer Event
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SUMMARY:Amphibian Egg Mass Survey Online Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Join 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\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to RSVP\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat: Amphibian Egg Mass Surveys in Gresham \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen & Where:  \n\n\n\nOnline Training – January 25th 6:00pm-7:30pm. A Zoom link will be sent to you after registering.  \n\n\n\nField Training and Gear Pick-up – January 27th 10:00am-12:00noon. Brickworks Stormwater Pond in SE Gresham\, parking and access instructions will be emailed to you after registration.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoth training sessions are required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSurvey Season – Survey groups of 2-4 people will visit the assigned site(s) 3 times throughout Feb. and March . \n\n\n\nSurveys involve systematically wading through ponds and gathering data on amphibian egg masses. Surveys can take between 30 minutes and 2 hours. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTraining will include: \n\n\n\n\nHow to identify an egg mass of Pacific chorus and red-legged frogs\, and Northwestern and long-toed salamanders\n\n\n\nSurvey techniques\n\n\n\nField methods and safety\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to RSVP\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFAQ’s \n\n\n\nDo I need to sign-up with another person? Nope! If you sign-up solo we will assign you a survey group. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow many hours do I need to volunteer? Including training\, about 5 to 8 hours depending on drive distance. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan children volunteer? Most sites are relatively shallow\, but are best for kids 10 and up. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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\n\n\n\n\n\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-online-orientation/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event,Volunteer Event
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SUMMARY:Habitat Enhancement at Errol Heights - Event Cancelled
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of Errol Heights\, Johnson Creek Watershed Council\, and Portland Parks & Recreation at the newly renovated Errol Heights Park for a morning of stewardship! We are working to revegetate areas that were disturbed during the recent construction. This park is home to a plethora of wildlife including beaver\, woodpeckers\, ducks\, and dragonflies! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat: Habitat enhancement projects include weeding\, planting\, mulching\, trash pick-up. These needs will change month to month! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Saturday\, January 20th\, 9:30am-12:30pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: Errol Heights City Park (directions emailed after registration) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to wear: Dress for the weather! Wear long thick pants\, a long-sleeved shirt\, and sturdy\, close-toed shoes you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a raincoat or a hat and sunscreen\, as appropriate.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat we provide: Gloves\, tools\, and instruction on how to safely use tools. We can also provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact info@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren are welcome but must be accompanied by an attentive adult. This work is around and near prickly plants and can be challenging for young children. We recommend children ages 10 and up for this type of event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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\, Friends of Errol Heights and Portland Parks and Recreation.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/habitat-enhancement-at-errol-heights/
CATEGORIES:Habitat Enhancement,Partner Event
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SUMMARY:Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Habitat Enhancement and Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Canceled due to weather!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Martin Luther King Junior dedicated his life to advancing civil rights and fighting racism and oppression. To honor his legacy\, we will be fundraising for BIPOC led organizations working for racial justice and leading a habitat enhancement event at Powell Butte.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe know that groups and individuals often look for service opportunities on Dr. MLK Jr. day\, and our organization has long held an event on this day of service. If you would like to participate\, we encourage everyone to volunteer AND DONATE to a BIPOC led group working for racial justice. We recognize that people have different abilities to donate. Large or small\, your donation will help these organizations to address the most prevalent challenges in their community and continue the legacy of Dr King. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot sure who to support? Here are just a few local groups and partners we suggest that focus specifically on racial justice through a lens of intersectional environmentalism: \n\n\n\nThe Blueprint Foundation \n\n\n\nAfrican Youth and Community Organization \n\n\n\nSoul River Inc \n\n\n\nLove Is King \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Monday January 15th\, 2024 10am-12pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: Powell Butte Natural Area \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat: Planting and litter pick-up  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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 and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Bring a filled water bottle and a snack. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe will provide: Gloves\, all necessary tools and instruction. We can also provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact monica@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare. We will provide hot drinks and snacks!! \n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren are welcome at this event if accompanied by an attentive adult.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility: This event may require standing for long periods\, walking over uneven ground\, going up or down steep slopes\, bending\, and lifting heavy objects. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGetting there:  \n\n\n\nDirections will be emailed to you after registration  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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\, and City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/dr-martin-luther-king-jr-day-habitat-enhancement-and-fundraiser/
CATEGORIES:Habitat Enhancement,Partner Event
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SUMMARY:Amphibian Science Talk
DESCRIPTION:Grab a slice and dive into the wonderful world of amphibians! Katie Holzer\, Stormwater Scientist at the City of Gresham\, will discuss our ongoing amphibian egg mass surveys\, the status of amphibian populations in the Portland Metro Area\, and how amphibians use constructed stormwater ponds to survive! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpots are limited! RSVP is required to attend! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to RSVP\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat: Amphibian Science Talk \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Thursday\, January 11th\, 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! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: Gresham Wall Street Pizza\, 201 N Main Ave\, Gresham\, OR 97030. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring: Yourself! And some money to spend on yummy food and drinks! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat we provide: We can provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact info@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren are welcome but must be accompanied by an attentive adult. This is an all ages event! \n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to RSVP\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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/amphibian-science-talk/
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240110T120000
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CREATED:20231130T220906Z
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UID:30900-1704877200-1704888000@www.jcwc.org
SUMMARY:Habitat Enhancement at Leach Botanical Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us in removing invasive weeds from the Leach Botanical Garden! This work helps to create new spaces and supports our collaborative Back 5 educational project. No experience necessary! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSince 2018 Johnson Creek Watershed Council has been working with a group of partners to restore 5 acres on the east side of Leach Botanical Garden that borders Johnson Creek. The partnership includes: Wisdom of the Elders\, Inc\, African Youth Community Organization\, The Blueprint Foundation\, David Douglas High School\, Leach Botanical Garden\, along with help from experts at Portland Parks and Recreation\, and many dedicated volunteers.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe created an awesome video and website to share what is going on with the project and partnership. Find out what we have been up to on the Leach Back Five Website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to RSVP\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat: Invasive species removal\, grubbing\, and weeding. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, January 10th\, 2024\, 9am-12pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: Leach Botanical Garden (see directions below) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to wear: Dress for the weather! Wear long thick pants\, a long-sleeved shirt\, and sturdy\, close-toed shoes you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a raincoat or a hat and sunscreen\, as appropriate.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat we provide: Gloves\, 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren are welcome but must be accompanied by an attentive adult. This work is around and near prickly plants and can be challenging for young children. We recommend children ages 12 and up for this type of event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to RSVP\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDirections to site: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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! \n\n\n\n\n\n\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/habitat-enhancement-at-leach-botanical-garden/
CATEGORIES:Habitat Enhancement,Partner Event
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SUMMARY:2024 Creek Crew Training - FULL
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION IS CLOSED\, PLEASE CHECK OUR CALENDAR FOR OTHER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITITES\n\n\n\nRegistration is open for the 2024 Creek Crew cohort. Creek Crew Leaders are a HUGE piece of our restoration work at Johnson Creek! We work with thousands of 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 restoration events! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThere is a two-part training required to join the 2024 Creek Crew cohort.  See “How do I Join” section below to register for the two-part training.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: \n\n\n\nOnline Webinar: Thursday January 4th 6 – 7:30pm \n\n\n\nIn-person Training: Saturday January 6th 10am-2:30pm with a 30 minute break for lunch (not provided) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: \n\n\n\nThursday Webinar: Zoom  \n\n\n\nSaturday In-person Training: Powell Butte Nature Park (directions emailed after completing the webinar) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat do Creek Crew Leaders do: \n\n\n\nCreek Crew leaders choose at least 4 volunteer days a year to help guide small groups of volunteers for our native plantings\, invasive species and trash removal parties throughout the year. Creek Crew Leaders work closely with staff members from partner organizations to co-lead events. They are also a crucial element of our larger events such as our Watershed Wide Event (in March) and the Johnson Creek Clean-Up (in August). \n\n\n\nJCWC’s Creek Crew expands our capacity for facilitating restoration events throughout the year – we couldn’t do it without you! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy be a Creek Crew Leader: \n\n\n\n\nHave fun outdoors with cool people!\n\n\n\nDevelop and practice leadership skills\n\n\n\nLearn about ecology and restoration practices \n\n\n\nGain familiarity with Pacific Northwest plant and animal species\n\n\n\nMake friends and professional connections from diverse backgrounds\n\n\n\nGet a reference for applications to college\, jobs\, or scholarships\n\n\n\nReceive sweet Johnson Creek swag\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho are Creek Crew Leaders:  \n\n\n\n\nA new or returning Johnson Creek Watershed Council volunteer\n\n\n\nOver 18 – OR – you are under 18 but paired with a parent or guardian as a Creek Crew team\n\n\n\nExcited to attend at least 4 volunteer events (especially Watershed Wide Event\, March 4th and/or Johnson Creek Cleanup in August)\n\n\n\nAble to fill out a PP&R code of conduct\, volunteer application\, and background check\n\n\n\n\n* We work on PP&R sites in much of our habitat enhancement. To lead volunteers on PP&R sites\, they do require background checks. We will get the forms to Creek Crew applicants via email. If you do not feel comfortable going through a background check but still want to volunteer\, contact Monica@jcwc.org and we can discuss your options! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I join? -REGISTRATION IS CLOSED\, PLEASE CHECK OUR CALENDAR FOR OTHER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITITES \n\n\n\nDetails for the training: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: \n\n\n\nOnline Webinar: Thursday January 4th 6 – 7:30pm \n\n\n\nIn-person Training: Saturday January 6th 10am-2:30pm with a 30 minute break for lunch (not provided) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: \n\n\n\nThursday Webinar: Zoom  \n\n\n\nSaturday In-person Training: Powell Butte Nature Park \n\n\n\n\n\n\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  Monica@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare. \n\n\n\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 a lunch. \n\n\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. \n\n\n\nChildren unfortunately are not permitted: We recommend that all volunteers are over 18 for this role. If you are under 18 you are welcome to join if paired with a parent or guardian as a Creek Crew team for the training and all events.  \n\n\n\nAccessibility: This event may require standing for long periods\, walking over uneven ground\, going up or down steep slopes\, bending\, and lifting heavy objects.  \n\n\n\nDirections:A zoom link and directions will be emailed after you complete the required paperwork or make other arrangements.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\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\, and City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/2024-creek-crew-training-part-2-in-person/
CATEGORIES:Habitat Enhancement,Partner Event,Stewardship Event
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SUMMARY:2024 Creek Crew Training - FULL
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION IS CLOSED\, PLEASE CHECK OUR CALENDAR FOR OTHER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITITES\n\n\n\nRegistration is open for the 2024 Creek Crew cohort. Creek Crew Leaders are a HUGE piece of our restoration work at Johnson Creek! We work with thousands of 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 restoration events! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThere is a two-part training required to join the 2024 Creek Crew cohort.  See “How do I Join” section below to register for the training.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: \n\n\n\nOnline Webinar: Thursday January 4th 6 – 7:30pm \n\n\n\nIn-person Training: Saturday January 6th 10am-2:30pm with a 30 minute break for lunch (not provided) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: \n\n\n\nThursday Webinar: Zoom  \n\n\n\nSaturday In-person Training: Powell Butte Nature Park (directions emailed after completing the webinar) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat do Creek Crew Leaders do: \n\n\n\nCreek Crew leaders choose at least 4 volunteer days a year to help guide small groups of volunteers for our native plantings\, invasive species and trash removal parties throughout the year. Creek Crew Leaders work closely with staff members from partner organizations to co-lead events. They are also a crucial element of our larger events such as our Watershed Wide Event (in March) and the Johnson Creek Clean-Up (in August). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJCWC’s Creek Crew expands our capacity for facilitating restoration events throughout the year – we couldn’t do it without you! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy be a Creek Crew Leader: \n\n\n\n\nHave fun outdoors with cool people!\n\n\n\nDevelop and practice leadership skills\n\n\n\nLearn about ecology and restoration practices \n\n\n\nGain familiarity with Pacific Northwest plant and animal species\n\n\n\nMake friends and professional connections from diverse backgrounds\n\n\n\nGet a reference for applications to college\, jobs\, or scholarships\n\n\n\nReceive sweet Johnson Creek swag\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho are Creek Crew Leaders:  \n\n\n\n\nA new or returning Johnson Creek Watershed Council volunteer\n\n\n\nOver 18 – OR – you are under 18 but paired with a parent or guardian as a Creek Crew team\n\n\n\nExcited to attend at least 4 volunteer events (especially Watershed Wide Event\, March 4th and/or Johnson Creek Cleanup in August)\n\n\n\nAble to fill out a PP&R code of conduct\, volunteer application\, and background check\n\n\n\n\n* We work on PP&R sites in much of our habitat enhancement. To lead volunteers on PP&R sites\, they do require background checks. We will get the forms to Creek Crew applicants via email. If you do not feel comfortable going through a background check but still want to volunteer\, contact Monica@jcwc.org and we can discuss your options! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I join? – REGISTRATION IS CLOSED\, PLEASE CHECK OUR CALENDAR FOR OTHER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITITES \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails for the training: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: \n\n\n\nOnline Webinar: Thursday January 4th 6 – 7:30pm \n\n\n\nIn-person Training: Saturday January 6th 10am-2:30pm with a 30 minute break for lunch (not provided) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere: \n\n\n\nThursday Webinar: Zoom  \n\n\n\nSaturday In-person Training: Powell Butte Nature Park \n\n\n\n\n\n\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  Monica@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare. \n\n\n\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 a lunch. \n\n\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. \n\n\n\nChildren unfortunately are not permitted: We recommend that all volunteers are over 18 for this role. If you are under 18 you are welcome to join if paired with a parent or guardian as a Creek Crew team for the training and all events.  \n\n\n\nAccessibility: This event may require standing for long periods\, walking over uneven ground\, going up or down steep slopes\, bending\, and lifting heavy objects.  \n\n\n\nDirections:A zoom link and directions will be emailed after you complete the required paperwork or make other arrangements.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\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\, and City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/2024-creek-crew-training-part-1-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Habitat Enhancement,Partner Event,Stewardship Event,Volunteer Event
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SUMMARY:Wild Gresham
DESCRIPTION:Come join local biologist Katie Holzer and wildlife photographer Caz Zyvatkauskas for a family- friendly event that will feature photos\, videos and stories about our local wildlife.  After the presentation there will be a chance to explore some unique wildlife treasures. We look forward to seeing you there! \n  \nWhen: Saturday\, November 18th\, 10:30am – 11:30am  \n  \nWhere: Gresham Library\, 385 NW Miller Ave\, Gresham \, OR 97030  \n  \nHow to prepare: This event is indoors. \n  \nWe will provide: We can provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact Sima@jcwc.org to make arrangements. \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. \n  \nThis is a family- friendly event. Children are encouraged to attend this event if accompanied by an attentive adult. \n  \nAccessibility: This event is at the Gresham Library\, which is ADA accessible. \n  \nRegistration: Not required to attend. \n  \nDirections: \nBy transit: The FX2 line\, #9\, #80 or #84 bus stops near the library if you’re coming from the east or west. #21 is useful if you’re coming from the north and #82 if you’re coming from the south. \nBy bike: If you’re coming from the west\, the Springwater Corridor is a beautiful way to bike to the Gresham Library. If you’re coming from the north\, 223rd is heavily- trafficked but straightforward route. From the south and east\, there are various bike routes with limited bike lanes that you can find on Google Maps.  \nBy car: From east or west\, you can take Hwy 84 to Exit 14. Turn left onto Glisan\, right onto 223rd ave which turns into Eastman Parkway\, then take a left onto NW 3rd st to find the library. \nThank you to the City of Gresham for funding and supporting this event. 
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/wild-gresham-2/
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231028T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231028T120000
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SUMMARY:No Ivy Day at Indian Creek Natural Area
DESCRIPTION:Join Johnson Creek Watershed Council and Portland Parks & Recreation to protect trees by clearing ivy from around them at this little Natural Area through which Indian Creek runs on its way to Johnson Creek. This day is part of the city-wide effort to remove Ivy!  \nCLICK HERE TO RSVP\nWhat: Join us with partner Portland Parks & Recreation to remove Ivy \nWhen: Saturday\, October 28\, 9:00 AM-noon \nWhere: Indian Creek Natural Area. 10368 SE Knapp St\, Portland\, OR 97266  (directions Below). Street parking available. \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 a snack. \nWe will provide: Instruction\, tools\, gloves\, water\, coffee/tea\, snacks and on-site portable toilet provided. 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 welcome at this event if accompanied by an attentive adult.  \nAccessibility: Terrain is hilly and uneven in places. This event may require standing for long periods\, walking over uneven ground\, going up or down steep slopes\, bending\, and lifting heavy objects. \n  \nDirections:  \nMeet at: SE Knapp St\, ¼ mile east of Mt. Scott Blvd. 10368 SE Knapp St\, Portland\, OR 97266. Street parking available. \nGoogle link: https://goo.gl/maps/vdDosWs4HJB76mzo6 \nTri-met: Bus #19 (I-205 Overpass stop) or Green line MAX (Flavel stop). Walk under the I-205 Overpass\, then walk southeast 200 feet on Mt. Scott Blvd. (Flavel becomes Mt. Scott Blvd.)\, cross Mt. Scott Blvd. (watch for fast cars!)\, then east on SE Knapp for ¼ mile. Indian Creek Natural Area will be on your right.  \nBike/Walk the Springwater Corridor and I-205 trails: www.PortlandOregon.gov/parks/springwatermap. \nCLICK HERE TO RSVP\nFor more information contact: Sima@jcwc.org  \nDay of event call/text Susan: 503-823-5937.  \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/no-ivy-day-indian-creek-natural-area/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event,Volunteer Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T121142
CREATED:20230914T221220Z
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SUMMARY:Errol Heights Tour
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URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/errol-heights-tour/
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T121142
CREATED:20230901T201734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T193447Z
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SUMMARY:Depave Event at Trinity Lutheran Church
DESCRIPTION:Join us with our partners at Depave to remove impermeable asphalt from the parking lot at the Trinity Lutheran Church. In the spring\, we will return to the site to plant rain gardens in replacement of the pavement. This project will reduce the water that flows from the City storm drains and into Johnson Creek\, helping to reduce pollution\, oil and trash from entering the creek. Our partners at Depave will train everyone on the best way to safely remove pavement for the day! No experience necessary! \nPre-registration is required\, we expect this event to fill quickly! \nCLICK HERE TO RSVP\nWhat: Removing asphalt from the parking lot to help reduce pollutants from entering the creek.  \nWhen: Saturday\, October 21st from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm with a break for lunch\, burrito lunch included! \nWhere: Trinity Lutheran Church located at 507 W Powell Blvd\, Gresham\, OR 97030. Designated parking can be accessed through the NW Ava Ave driveway. Additional street parking can be found along NW Ava Ave. \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\, long pants and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Bring a filled water bottle. \nWe will provide: Gloves\, and all necessary tools and instruction for the day. We can also provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact monica@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare. We will also provide coffee\, and snacks.  \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. \nYouth 14 years and older are welcome and must be accompanied by an attentive adult.  \nAccessibility: This event requires walking and standing for multiple hours\, lifting large pieces of asphalt up to 50 lbs.\, pushing wheelbarrows\, bending and squatting. Bathrooms will be available on site.  \nCLICK HERE TO RSVP\nDirections:  \nBy car: 507 W Powell Blvd\, Gresham\, OR 97030. Designated parking can be accessed through the NW Ava Ave driveway. Additional street parking can be found along NW Ava Ave. \nBy bike: Follow the Springwater Corridor Trail to SW 7th St in Gresham. Take SW 7th. Turn right onto Eastman Pkwy and follow past Powell Blvd to the church on the right.  \nBy Bus: From Portland take the 9 bus and get off at W Powell Blvd and SW Eastman Pkwy.Check out Tri-met for more detailed directions from your location.  \n  \nThank you to the supports and funders of this project\, this work would not be possible without the support of the City of Gresham\, East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District\, Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board and other mitigation funds. 
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/depave-event-at-trinity-lutheran-church/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event,Volunteer Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140801T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140801T235959
DTSTAMP:20260407T121142
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SUMMARY:Johnson Creek Charity Golf Classic
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 3rd annual Johnson Creek Charity Golf Classic\, at Eastmoreland Golf Course. \nRSVP on our Facebook Page \n\nJohnson Creek Charity Golf Classic Flyer (cost to play is $100 as of July 1st)\nPlayer Sign Up Form\nHole Sponsorship Form\n\n– Prices – \nTeam Foursome Registration — $400\nIndividual Players — $100\nHole Sponsorships available — $500 (inludes hole display and foursome) \nShotgun start at 8:30 am • Registration 7:30-8:15 am\n18 holes of golf with carts\nComplimentary warm-up range balls available\nAwards banquet to follow\nPrizes for 1st\, 2nd and 3rd place teams\nGrand Prize includes golf and stay at Skamania Lodge\n$10\,000 Hole-in-One prize and over 10 hole contests\nDozens of great raffle prizes \nProceeds from the tournament benefit Johnson Creek Watershed Council\,\ndedicated to preserving and restoring fish and wildlife habitat in Johnson Creek. \nRegister today: Call 503-652-7477 or email amy@jcwc.org. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/johnson-creek-charity-golf-classic-2/
LOCATION:Eastmoreland Golf Course\, 2425 SE Bybee Blvd.\, Portland\, OR\, OR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140531T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140531T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T121142
CREATED:20140514T120131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140514T120131Z
UID:3784-1401537600-1401552000@www.jcwc.org
SUMMARY:Green Street PDX Block Party
DESCRIPTION:Join the celebration dedicated to Portland`s Green Street Stewards Program\, and learn how you can get involved and join the fun! Enjoy a scavenger hunt\, raffle\, partner organization`s  booths\, and food and drinks. \nGreen Streets filter storm water to help restore creek health\, while creating green space to enhance the livability of neighborhoods. \nBlock party is free- all ages welcome! See the Green Street Block Party flier.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/green-street-pdx-block-party-2/
LOCATION:Corner of SE 92nd & Foster Rd.\, 5815 SE 92nd Ave.\, Portland\, OR\, 97266
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
ORGANIZER;CN="City of Portland%2C Green Street Stewards program":MAILTO:greenstreetstewards@portlandoregon.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140511T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140511T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T121142
CREATED:20140430T015918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140430T015918Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Parkways at Foster Floodplains
DESCRIPTION:East Portland Sunday Parkways will once again include the Foster Floodplain Natural Area. The 63-acre Foster Floodplain Natural Area is located just south of SE Foster Road between SE 104th and SE 111th avenues\, near the Springwater Corridor Trail.  Make sure you stop by and get your fish hat.  There will be lots of other fun activities including Audubon\’s Birds of Prey\, food\, music by Train River\, and basic mechanics by Bike Farm.  Take some time to walk or bike the trail and learn about Johnson Creek. \nSee  the SunPkwys ePoster 2014. Also see the Sunday Parkways website  for a route map\, as well as a  guide to activities and music along the route.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/sunday-parkways-at-foster-floodplains-2/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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