Johnson Creek Watershed Council

Powell Butte Bird Surveys Pub Talk with Tom Virzi PhD.
2023-03-14 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
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!

This event is free to attend, but please be prepared to purchase a drink and/or food to support Double Mountain Brewing. Thank you DMB for hosting us!!

Spots are limited! RSVP is required to attend!
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What: Powell Butte Bird Surveys Pub Talk

When: Tuesday, March 14th, 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!

Where: Double Mountain Brewing, 4336 SE Woodstock Blvd, Portland, OR 97206.

What to bring: Yourself! And some money to spend on yummy food and drinks!

What we provide: We can provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact info@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare.

Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an attentive adult. This is an all ages event!

Health 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.

Accessibility: This event may require sitting or standing for long periods of time. Bathrooms will be available at this event.

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Directions to site:

By Car: 4336 SE Woodstock Blvd, Portland, OR 97206. There is street parking available around the taproom.

Transit: Take the #19 or #75 along Woodstock Blvd and exit at Woodstock and 43rd.

Thank 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 and Water Conservation District, and The City of Portland.

EVENT FULL -Park After Dark with Happy Valley Parks and Recreation
2023-03-16 18:45 - 20:00
EVENT FULL -Registration is Required
Curious about what (or whoooo) comes out once the sun goes down? Join us as we partner with Happy Valley Parks and Recreation on a guided Park After Dark trail walk in Scouters Mountain Nature Park. Learn how to become more aware of our nocturnal neighbors – we will use our senses to discover what can be seen, heard, or even smelled on this fun night walk! You may even find animal tracks, hear owl calls, or sneak a peek at some night crawlers.
In the week leading up to the Park After Dark walk, participants will be emailed links to some resources and tips on how to identify night animals by sight and sound, so that they are well equipped once we hit the trail. On the evening of the walk, we will meet at the top of Scouters Mountain Nature Park before sunset and JCWC will share some educational insight and lead the way on trails through the park.
When: March 16th 6:45-8:00pm
Where: Scouters Mountain Nature Park – 11000 SE Honorable Way
How to Prepare: This event will happen rain or shine, so dress for weather: rain coat, warm layers and a hat. Wear sturdy, close-toed shoes that you can walk in. Bring a filled water bottle.
We will provide: A guided walk in the twilight and dark around Scouters Mountain, fun activities and the answers to your questions.
Family-friendly: This event is FREE and open to participants who are 10+.
Health 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.
Accessibility: This event requires walking on a dirt trail in low-light conditions.

EVENT FULL -Registration is Required
Thank 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 and Water Conservation District, and The City of Portland.

Habitat Enhancement at Tideman Johnson
2023-04-01 09:00 - 12:00
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!
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
When: Saturday, April 1st, 9am-12 noon
Where: Tideman Johnson City Park (directions below)
What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change on the site
How 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.
What 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.
Health 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: 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.
Accessibility: 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.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
Directions to site:
By 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.
By bike: follow the Springwater Corridor Trail to the junction with the Johnson Creek boardwalk.
By 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.

Thank 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, Portland Parks & Recreation, and Friends of Tideman Johnson.

Event Full - Powell Butte Prairie Nesting Bird Surveys - Online Orientation
2023-04-05 18:00 - 19:30
Calling all birders! Join our 2023 Prairie-Nesting Birds survey team! The Prairie-Nesting Bird surveys are a community science project started in 2019 to monitor grassland birds breeding in Powell Butte Nature Park. It’s a joint project between the Johnson Creek Watershed Council, Portland Parks and Recreation, Conservation InSight, and amazing community scientists like you!

What: Powell Butte Prairie-nesting Bird Surveys

When & Where:

Virtual orientation (REQUIRED) on Wednesday, April 5th from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

One in-person training (REQUIRED) at Powell Butte Nature Park. You can sign-up for an outdoor training session after registration. Check your email!

Friday, April 7th from 8:00 am – 9:30 am OR

Saturday, April 8th from 8:00 am – 9:30 am

Both trainings (virtual and one in-person) are required to participate in surveys.

Survey Season – April through June. Two survey dates are required (two surveys per day on two different dates) sign-ups will occur during the virtual training. Surveys typically take 30-45 minutes to complete. Your two surveys are completed back to back for a total survey time of 1-1.5 hours on each survey date. Surveys are to be completed within two hours of sunrise.

How to prepare:

Volunteers must have a minimum of intermediate bird identification skills. You should feel comfortable identifying most of the birds you will encounter on Powell Butte. If you’re not confident in your bird ID skills but still want to be involved, come to the online orientation! We may be able to pair you with a more experienced birder.

Volunteers must provide their own binoculars. We have a very limited number available to borrow for the season. If you need to borrow binoculars please email Marlee@jcwc.org.

Volunteers need an eBird account and should have eBird downloaded and set up on their phones. All data collection will take place using the eBird app.

Due to Portland Parks & Recreation policies a background check and volunteer application is required to participate in these surveys. Those forms will be sent to you after registration. If you have questions please contact Marlee@jcwc.org.

Covid-19 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.

Accessibility: These surveys require walking along dirt/gravel paths for up to 2 hours at a time. These surveys require the use of binoculars and the ability to identify birds by sound. Bathrooms are available for use at the visitor’s center.

Thank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health. East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District, The City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services, Conservation InSight and Portland Parks & Recreation.

Event Full - Powell Butte Prairie Nesting Bird Surveys - Field Training
2023-04-07 08:00 - 09:30, 2023-04-08 08:00 - 09:30

Event Full: Depave event at Stonebridge Apartments
2023-04-08 10:00 - 14:00
Join us with our partners at Depave to remove 1,500 square feet of impermeable asphalt from the parking lot at Stonebridge apartments, who regularly have trouble with flooding on their lot. Our partners at Depave will train everyone on the best way to safely remove pavement for the day! No experience necessary!
Pre-registration is required, we expect this event to fill quickly!
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
What: Removing 1,500 sq ft of asphalt from the parking lot to help reduce flooding during the winter.
When: Saturday, April 8th from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Where: Stonebridge Apartments, 7733 SE 92nd Ave, Portland, OR 97266. Park at the Saint Mary’s Ethiopian Orthodox Church and walk next door to the Stonebridge Apartments.
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, long pants and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Bring a filled water bottle.
We 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, snacks and a free lunch.
Health 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: Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an attentive adult.
Accessibility: This event requires walking and standing for multiple hours, lifting large pieces of asphalt up to 50 lbs., pushing wheelbarrows, bending and squatting. Bathroom will be available on site.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
Directions:
By Car: *parking updates will be sent out closer to the event*
By Transit: Take the 19 bus and exit at SE Flavel and 92nd and walk South on SE 92nd until reaching the apartment complex.
By Bike: SE 92nd Ave and SE Flavel St both have dedicated bike lanes.
Thank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health. The City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services, The Mintkeski Family Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation, and Portland General Electric.

Brannen Natural Area Stewardship Day
2023-04-26 09:00 - 12:00
Please join Portland Parks and Recreation and the Crystal Springs Partnership for a Stewardship Day at Brannen Natural Area! Tending to this important natural area will positively impact the health of Crystal Springs Creek and the surrounding habitat.
Registration is required. Please register here.
What: We will be cutting blackberry, pruning trees and shrubs, and spreading mulch around new native plants.
When: Wednesday, April 26th, 2023 from 9am-12pm
Where: Brannen Property Natural Area, 8220 SE 21st Ave, Portland. The corner of SE 21st Ave and SE Umatilla St. (MAP)
How to Prepare: No experience necessary! Wear thick pants, a long sleeve shirt, and sturdy, close-toed shoes. Dress for the weather and bring a full water bottle. We will provide coffee, snacks, tools, gloves, and instruction.
Who: Everyone! Children are welcome but must be accompanied and supervised by an adult for the duration of the event. We encourage you to attend events with members of your household/family!
Accessibility: Some of the site is accessed by climbing over a ~3ft tall split rail fence. The area is mostly flat with tall grasses. Some of the site is accessible from a the paved sidewalk.
Contact Anne Marie Santos (503)729-0318; annemarie.santos@portlandoregon…
RSVP HERE
Directions to the site:
Street parking is available on Umatilla and on 21st Ave.
By Transit: The location is a short walk from the #70 bus stop at SE 17th and Umatilla, and the Tacoma station on the Orange line MAX

Warbler Walk at Scouters Mountain
2023-05-03 07:30 - 09:00
It is Spring migration season for Warblers! Join us on this trail walk to learn more about these colorful songbirds. For many bird watchers, warblers are the highlight of the migration season, and they never disappoint! Although small in size, warblers are not always difficult to see as they are active feeders, brightly colored, and in the spring highly vocal. As their name indicates, be prepared to hear some beautiful songs!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED- CLICK HERE TO RSVP
What: We will be partnering with Happy Valley Parks and Recreation for a free early morning bird walk as we look for migrating warblers and any other birds that we might find.
When: Wednesday May 3rd, 7:30-9:00 am
Where: Scouters Mountain Nature Park 11000 SE Honorable Way, Happy Valley OR 97086. Meet in the upper parking lot of Scouters Mountain Nature Park at 7:30am
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. Bring a filled water bottle, binoculars and any birding guides if you have them
Children are welcome: Children 10+ are welcome with an attentive adult
Health 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.
Accessibility: This event involves some walking on paved trails.

Rescheduled - Earth Day at 7th Street Bridge Gresham
2023-05-06 09:00 - 12:00
Join us in mulching all of the plants that have gone in during our Watershed Wide Event. Last year with your help we were able to mulch over 1000 plants! Mulch helps the soil around the plant retain more moisture throughout the summer helping them survive the heat!

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What: Mulching
When: Earth Day (kinda)! Saturday, May 6th, 2023, 9am-12pm
Where: 7th Street Bridge, Gresham (directions below)
What to bring: Bring a filled water bottle and snacks. You’re welcome to bring gloves and tools, if you want to use your own.
What 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.
What 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.
Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an attentive adult.
Health 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.
Accessibility: This event may require standing or squatting/kneeling for long periods of time, walking over uneven ground, bending and lifting heavy objects. Portable bathrooms are available for this event.

Click here to RSVP

Directions to site:
By Car: Take NW Eastman Parkway South until SW 7th Street. Take left onto SW 7th Avenue. Project site is on the south side of Johnson Creek. Parking is available on both sides of SW 7th Street. The Springwater trail is on the north side of Johnson Creek at this location. The closest address to the site is 685 SW 4th St, Gresham, OR.
Transit: Blue line MAX to Gresham. Take the #82 bus from the Gresham City Hall stop South to SW Eastman and Florence.
For more transit directions, visit https://trimet.org/, or bike or walk from the springwater trail!

Thank 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.

Habitat Enhancement at Tideman Johnson
2023-05-06 09:00 - 12:00 | Tideman Johnson Natural Area, SE 37th Ave & Tenino St , Portland, OR, 97202
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!
Click here to RSVP
What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change on the site
When: Saturday, May 6th, 9am-12pm(first Saturday of the month)
Where: Tideman Johnson City Park (directions below)
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.
We will provide: Gloves, and all necessary tools, plus 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.
Children are welcome but 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.
Health 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.
Accessibility: This event may require standing or squatting/kneeling for long periods of time, walking over uneven ground, bending and lifting heavy objects. Portable bathrooms are available for this event.
Click here to RSVP
DIRECTIONS TO SITE
By 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.
By bike: follow the Springwater Corridor Trail to the junction with the Johnson Creek boardwalk.
By 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.
Thank 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.

Habitat Enhancement at Leach Botanical Garden
2023-05-10 09:00 - 12:00
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!
The 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 invasive weeds. The garden needs your help to become a healthy ecosystem again!

Click here to RSVP

What: Invasive species removal, grubbing, and weeding.
When: Wednesday, May 10th, 2023, 9am-12pm
Where: Leach Botanical Garden (see directions below)
What to bring: Bring a filled water bottle and snacks. You’re welcome to bring gloves and tools, if you want to use your own.
What 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.
What 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.
Children 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
Health 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.
Accessibility: 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.

Click here to RSVP

Directions to site:
By 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.
By 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.
By 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!

Thank 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.

Habitat Enhancement and BBQ at Tideman Johnson
2023-06-03 09:00 - 12:00 | Tideman Johnson Natural Area, SE 37th Ave & Tenino St , Portland, OR, 97202
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!
RSVP HERE!
When: Saturday, June 3rd, 9am-12pm(first Saturday of the month). Stay afterwards to enjoy the end of the season BBQ!
What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change on the site
How 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.
What 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.
Health 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: 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.
Accessibility: 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.
RSVP HERE !
DIRECTIONS TO SITE
By 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.
By bike: follow the Springwater Corridor Trail to the junction with the Johnson Creek boardwalk.
By 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.
Thank 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, Portland Parks & Recreation, and Friends of Tideman Johnson.

Habitat Enhancement at Leach Botanical Garden
2023-06-14 09:00 - 12:00
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!
The 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 invasive weeds. The garden needs your help to become a healthy ecosystem again!
Click here to RSVP
What: Invasive species removal, grubbing, and weeding.
When: Wednesday, June 14th, 2023, 9am-12pm
Where: Leach Botanical Garden (see directions below)
What to bring: Bring a filled water bottle and snacks. You’re welcome to bring gloves and tools, if you want to use your own.
What 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.
What 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.
Children 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
Health 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.
Accessibility: 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.
Click here to RSVP
Directions to site:
By 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.
By 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.
By 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!
Thank 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.

FULL - Dragonfly and Damselfly Survey Orientation
2023-06-17 09:00 - 16:00
Help us document dragonfly and damselfly species throughout the Johnson Creek Watershed! Odonates (dragonflies and damselflies) are not only beautiful to look at- they are important indicator species in aquatic areas, like the riparian zone along Johnson Creek! Entomologist extraordinaire Zee Searles Mazzacano from CASM Environmental will train volunteers in survey protocol and identification skills.
No experience necessary! This opportunity is open to all! Sign-up with a partner/group or sign-up on your own and you will be paired up with other volunteers!
When: Orientation – June 17th, 9am-4pm, with an hour lunch break.
Survey Season – Weekends from June 24th to October 14th. Surveys are self scheduled with your survey group.
Where: Indoor orientation – June 17th, 9am-12pm, Gresham Council Chambers, directions emailed after RSVP.
Outdoor orientation – June 17th, 1pm-4pm, Tegart Lane pond, corner of SW Brixton Ave and SW 43rd St in Gresham, more directions will be provided at the indoor training.
Survey Season – surveys will take place at 3 stormwater ponds in SW Gresham and Brookside Wetlands in Portland

BOTH indoor and outdoor orientations are required to participate

Time commitment: Orientation – 6 hours
Survey Season – Sign-up for 4 surveys (about once a month) during the season. Surveys typically take between 1.5 and 2 hours (between 6-8 hours total survey time)
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, a snack, and LUNCH. There are some spots to grab a quick lunch in Gresham if you want to eat out!
We will provide: We will provide nets and guide books, but you are welcome to bring your own net, guide, binoculars, and good camera. We can also provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact info@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare.
Health 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 to participate in surveys. Anyone under the age of 16 is required to be accompanied by an attentive adult.
Accessibility: These surveys require walking/standing/squatting for up to two hours in 65-80 degree weather. Surveys take place on the banks of ponds that may be steep and slippery, surveyors must have solid footing. Volunteers must be willing to handle live insects, including the use of nets to catch and identify species.
Before the training please download and sign up for iNaturalist App on your mobile device. All data collection will take place using the iNaturalist app.

Thank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health. East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District, The City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services, City of Gresham, and CASM Environmental.

Dragonfly Day
2023-07-01 13:00 - 15:00
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, July 1st from 1pm – 3pm at Tegart Ponds in SW Gresham. You can…

Try your hand at catching dragonflies
Learn about differences between dragonflies and damselflies
Make dragonfly art and crafts to take home
Learn about pollinator friendly gardening practices
Learn about the benefits of stormwater ponds and how watersheds function
HAVE FUN!

Whatever you do, don’t miss Dragonfly Day! See you there!
Please RSVP by clicking here so we know how many people to expect!
What: Dragonfly Day
When: July 1st, 1pm-3pm
Where: Tegart Pond in SW Gresham. The nearest address is 4293 SW Brixton Ave, Gresham, OR 97080.
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. 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
We 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.
Health 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.
Children are welcome: This event is great for children of all ages.
Accessibility: 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.
Please RSVP by clicking here so we know how many people to expect!
Directions: Tegart Ponds are located at the corner of SW 43rd Ave and SW Brixton Ave in Gresham. The closest street address is 4293 SW Brixton Ave, Gresham.
By 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.
By 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.
By 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!).

Thank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health. The Mintkeski Family Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation, City of Gresham, Thimbleberry Collaborative Farm, East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District.

Habitat Enhancement at Leach Botanical Garden
2023-08-09 09:00 - 12:00
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!
The 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 invasive weeds. The garden needs your help to become a healthy ecosystem again!
Click here to RSVP
What: Invasive species removal, grubbing, and weeding.
When: Wednesday, August 9th, 2023, 9am-12pm
Where: Leach Botanical Garden (see directions below)
What to bring: Bring a filled water bottle and snacks. You’re welcome to bring gloves and tools, if you want to use your own.
What 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.
What 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.
Children 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
Health 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.
Accessibility: 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.
Click here to RSVP
Directions to site:
By 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.
By 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.
By 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!

Thank 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.

Habitat Enhancement at Leach Botanical Garden
2023-09-13 09:00 - 12:00
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!

The 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 invasive weeds. The garden needs your help to become a healthy ecosystem again!

Click here to RSVP

What: Invasive species removal, grubbing, and weeding.

When: Wednesday, February 8th, 2023, 9am-12pm

Where: Leach Botanical Garden (see directions below)

What to bring: Bring a filled water bottle and snacks. You’re welcome to bring gloves and tools, if you want to use your own.

What 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.

What 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.

Children 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

Health 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.

Accessibility: 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.
Click here to RSVP

Directions to site:

By 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.

By 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.

By 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!

Thank 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.

Johnson Creek Days- Crystal Springs Walking Tour
2023-09-16 10:00 - 12:00
Join the Crystal Springs Partnership for a walk along the creek from bottom to top, highlighting past, present, and future enhancements and restoration of Crystal Springs Creek. It has been the better part of a decade since we hosted a walking tour, and a lot has happened since then! Our walk will include stops at the confluence with Johnson Creek, the Brannen Natural Area site, Westmoreland Park, followed by a peek at the creek as it passes Westmoreland Union Manor and the Eastmoreland Golf Course. We’ll stop at Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden, and finish up at Reed College Canyon.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
What: Walking tour of Crystal Springs
When: September 16th, 2023 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Where: Meet at Johnson Creek Park (directions emailed after registration) and set off to visit various sites along Crystal Springs Creek. The tour is 5 miles roundtrip.
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.
Health 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 but must be accompanied by an attentive adult.
Accessibility: This event requires walking up to 5 miles. Accommodations can be made to reduce the length of the tour. Please contact Crystal Springs Partnership at crystalspringscc@gmail.com for accommodations. To return to Johnson Creek Park via bus take the 19 from Woodstock Blvd to SE Milwaukie and Clayborn and get on the 70 to SE 17th and Clatsop. Bus fare can be provided by Crystal Springs Partnership, please email crystalspringscc@gmail.com. Restrooms are available at Eastmoreland Golf Course.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP

Thank you to our partners and funders! Crystal Springs Partnership, Portland Bureau of Environmental Services, Mintkeski Family Fund of the Oregon Community, and Portland General Electric.

Check out our other Johnson Creek Days events!
Restoration Site Bike Tour
Tuesday, September 12th, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Science in the Park
Saturday, September 16th, 1:00pm – 4:00pm

Johnson Creek Days - Science in the Park
2023-09-16 13:00 - 16:00
Join Johnson Creek Watershed Council, NW Family Daycation and US Fish and Wildlife for a family-friendly, fun filled day of Science in the Park!. This year you will learn about the salmon life cycle, take home a native plant, enjoy nature-themed games and learn about safe fishing practices!
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
What: Science in the Park! Activities include a salmon obstacle course, native seed planting and pot decorating, casting clinic, fish ID, knot tying and nature-themed games.

When: Saturday, September 16th, 2023 from 1:00pm – 4:00pm.

Where: Kellogg Creek Park (parking and access instructions emailed after registration)

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.

Health 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 at this event! This event is perfect for young children (pre-k to k) to explore the plants and animals that live in our watershed and demonstrate how anyone can be a steward of our local watershed.

Accessibility: This event may require sitting or standing for up to 3 hours. Feel free to bring a blanket or folding chairs to sit in the park. Portable restrooms are available.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP

Thank you to our funders and partners! Clackamas Water Environment Services, Mintkeski Family Fund of the Oregon Community, US Fish & Wildlife Services and NW Family Daycation.

Check out our other Johnson Creek Days events!

Restoration Site Bike Tour

Tuesday, September 12th, 5:30pm – 7:30pm

Crystal Springs Walking Tour

Saturday, September 16th, 10:00am – 12:00pm

Habitat Enhancement at Tideman Johnson
2023-10-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Tideman Johnson Natural Area, SE 37th Ave & Tenino St , Portland, OR, 97202
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!
Click here to RSVP
When: Saturday, October 7th, 9am-12pm(first Saturday of the month)
Where: Tideman Johnson City Park (directions below)
What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change on the site
How 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.
What 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.
Health 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: 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.
Accessibility: 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.
Click here to RSVP
DIRECTIONS TO SITE
By 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.
By bike: follow the Springwater Corridor Trail to the junction with the Johnson Creek boardwalk.
By 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.
Thank 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, Portland Parks & Recreation, and Friends of Tideman Johnson.

Habitat Enhancement at Leach Botanical Garden
2023-10-11 09:00 - 12:00
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!

The 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 invasive weeds. The garden needs your help to become a healthy ecosystem again!

Click here to RSVP

What: Invasive species removal, grubbing, and weeding.

When: Wednesday, October 11th, 2023, 9am-12pm

Where: Leach Botanical Garden (see directions below)

What to bring: Bring a filled water bottle and snacks. You’re welcome to bring gloves and tools, if you want to use your own.

What 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.

What 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.

Children 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

Health 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.

Accessibility: 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.

Click here to RSVP

Directions to site:

By 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.

By 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.

By 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!

Thank 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.

Habitat Enhancement at Tideman Johnson
2023-11-04 09:00 - 12:00 | Tideman Johnson Natural Area, SE 37th Ave & Tenino St , Portland, OR, 97202
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!
RSVP HERE!
When: Saturday, November 4th, 9am-12pm(first Saturday of the month)
Where: Tideman Johnson City Park (directions below)
What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change on the site
How 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.
What 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.
Health 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: 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.
Accessibility: 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.
RSVP HERE!
DIRECTIONS TO SITE
By 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.
By bike: follow the Springwater Corridor Trail to the junction with the Johnson Creek boardwalk.
By 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.
Thank 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, Portland Parks & Recreation, and Friends of Tideman Johnson.

Habitat Enhancement at Leach Botanical Garden
2023-11-08 09:00 - 12:00
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!
The 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 invasive weeds. The garden needs your help to become a healthy ecosystem again!

Click here to RSVP
What: Invasive species removal, grubbing, and weeding.
When: Wednesday, November 8th, 2023, 9am-12pm
Where: Leach Botanical Garden (see directions below)
What to bring: Bring a filled water bottle and snacks. You’re welcome to bring gloves and tools, if you want to use your own.
What 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.
What 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.
Children 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
Health 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.
Accessibility: 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.
Click here to RSVP
Directions to site:
By 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.
By 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.
By 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!

Thank 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.

Habitat Enhancement at Tideman Johnson
2023-12-02 09:00 - 12:00 | Tideman Johnson Natural Area, SE 37th Ave & Tenino St , Portland, OR, 97202
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!
RSVP HERE!
When: Saturday, December 2nd, 9am-12pm(first Saturday of the month)
Where: Tideman Johnson City Park (directions below)
What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change on the site
How 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.
What 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.
Health 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: 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.
Accessibility: 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.
RSVP HERE!
DIRECTIONS TO SITE
By 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.
By bike: follow the Springwater Corridor Trail to the junction with the Johnson Creek boardwalk.
By 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.
Thank 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, Portland Parks & Recreation, and Friends of Tideman Johnson.

Habitat Enhancement at Leach Botanical Garden
2023-12-13 09:00 - 12:00
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!
Since 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.
We 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.
The 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 invasive weeds. The garden needs your help to become a healthy ecosystem again!

Click here to RSVP

What: Invasive species removal, grubbing, and weeding.

When: Wednesday, December 13th, 2023, 9am-12pm

Where: Leach Botanical Garden (see directions below)

What to bring: Bring a filled water bottle and snacks. You’re welcome to bring gloves and tools, if you want to use your own.

What 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.

What 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.

Children 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

Health 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.

Accessibility: 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.

Click here to RSVP

Directions to site:

By 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.

By 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.

By 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!

Thank 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, Metro, and Portland Parks and Recreation.

Habitat Enhancement at Errol Heights - Event Full
2023-12-16 09:00 - 12:00
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!

What: Habitat enhancement projects include weeding, planting, mulching, trash pick-up. These needs will change month to month!

When: Saturday, December 16th, 9:00am-12pm.

Where: Errol Heights City Park (directions to site emailed after registration)

What to bring: Bring a filled water bottle and snacks. You’re welcome to bring gloves and tools, if you want to use your own.

What 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.

What 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.

Children 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.

Health 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.

Accessibility: 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.

Thank 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.

2024 Creek Crew Training - FULL
2024-01-04 18:00 - 19:30
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED, PLEASE CHECK OUR CALENDAR FOR OTHER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITITES

Registration 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!

There 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.

When:

Online Webinar: Thursday January 4th 6 – 7:30pm

In-person Training: Saturday January 6th 10am-2:30pm with a 30 minute break for lunch (not provided)

Where:

Thursday Webinar: Zoom

Saturday In-person Training: Powell Butte Nature Park (directions emailed after completing the webinar)

What do Creek Crew Leaders do:

Creek 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).

JCWC’s Creek Crew expands our capacity for facilitating restoration events throughout the year – we couldn’t do it without you!

Why be a Creek Crew Leader:

Have fun outdoors with cool people!

Develop and practice leadership skills

Learn about ecology and restoration practices

Gain familiarity with Pacific Northwest plant and animal species

Make friends and professional connections from diverse backgrounds

Get a reference for applications to college, jobs, or scholarships

Receive sweet Johnson Creek swag

Who are Creek Crew Leaders:

A new or returning Johnson Creek Watershed Council volunteer

Over 18 – OR – you are under 18 but paired with a parent or guardian as a Creek Crew team

Excited to attend at least 4 volunteer events (especially Watershed Wide Event, March 4th and/or Johnson Creek Cleanup in August)

Able to fill out a PP&R code of conduct, volunteer application, and background check

* 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!

How do I join? – REGISTRATION IS CLOSED, PLEASE CHECK OUR CALENDAR FOR OTHER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITITES

Details for the training:

When:

Online Webinar: Thursday January 4th 6 – 7:30pm

In-person Training: Saturday January 6th 10am-2:30pm with a 30 minute break for lunch (not provided)

Where:

Thursday Webinar: Zoom

Saturday In-person Training: Powell Butte Nature Park

We 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.

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 lunch.

Health 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 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.

Accessibility: This event may require standing for long periods, walking over uneven ground, going up or down steep slopes, bending, and lifting heavy objects.

Directions:A zoom link and directions will be emailed after you complete the required paperwork or make other arrangements.

A 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.

2024 Creek Crew Training - FULL
2024-01-06 10:00 - 14:30
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED, PLEASE CHECK OUR CALENDAR FOR OTHER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITITES

Registration 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!

There 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.

When:

Online Webinar: Thursday January 4th 6 – 7:30pm

In-person Training: Saturday January 6th 10am-2:30pm with a 30 minute break for lunch (not provided)

Where:

Thursday Webinar: Zoom

Saturday In-person Training: Powell Butte Nature Park (directions emailed after completing the webinar)

What do Creek Crew Leaders do:

Creek 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).

JCWC’s Creek Crew expands our capacity for facilitating restoration events throughout the year – we couldn’t do it without you!

Why be a Creek Crew Leader:

Have fun outdoors with cool people!

Develop and practice leadership skills

Learn about ecology and restoration practices

Gain familiarity with Pacific Northwest plant and animal species

Make friends and professional connections from diverse backgrounds

Get a reference for applications to college, jobs, or scholarships

Receive sweet Johnson Creek swag

Who are Creek Crew Leaders:

A new or returning Johnson Creek Watershed Council volunteer

Over 18 – OR – you are under 18 but paired with a parent or guardian as a Creek Crew team

Excited to attend at least 4 volunteer events (especially Watershed Wide Event, March 4th and/or Johnson Creek Cleanup in August)

Able to fill out a PP&R code of conduct, volunteer application, and background check

* 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!

How do I join? -REGISTRATION IS CLOSED, PLEASE CHECK OUR CALENDAR FOR OTHER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITITES

Details for the training:

When:

Online Webinar: Thursday January 4th 6 – 7:30pm

In-person Training: Saturday January 6th 10am-2:30pm with a 30 minute break for lunch (not provided)

Where:

Thursday Webinar: Zoom

Saturday In-person Training: Powell Butte Nature Park

We 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.

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 lunch.

Health 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 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.

Accessibility: This event may require standing for long periods, walking over uneven ground, going up or down steep slopes, bending, and lifting heavy objects.

Directions:A zoom link and directions will be emailed after you complete the required paperwork or make other arrangements.

A 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.

Habitat Enhancement at 7th St. Bridge
2024-02-10 10:00 - 13:00
Join the City of Gresham and Johnson Creek Watershed Council for a morning of stewardship and habitat enhancement! We will be planting willow, spirea and dogwood stakes. No experience necessary!

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

What: We will be planting live willow, spirea and dogwood stakes. Tasks may shift as needs change on the site.

When: Saturday, February 10th, 10 am- 1 pm

Where: 7th St. Bridge. The closest address to the site is 685 SW 4th St, Gresham, OR.

By Car: 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.

By Transit: From Portland, the 9 bus on Powell. Get off at Eastman Parkway and 7th st. Walk south on Eastman Parkway and take a left onto 7th st. Cross the bridge and the site is on the east side of the bridge.

By Bike: Follow the Springwater Corridor Trail to the junction with the Johnson Creek boardwalk at 7th st.

By Bus: From Portland, the 9 bus on Powell.Check out Tri-met for more detailed directions from your location.

What to bring: 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.

What to wear: 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.

What 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.

Children 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.

Health 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.

Accessibility: 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.

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

Thank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health, including The City of Gresham.
