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SUMMARY:Land Tending at Leach Botanical Garden
DESCRIPTION:Gather with us in the Back 5 at Leach Botanical Garden for a morning of land tending and appreciation! This work helps to increase Pacific Northwest ecosystem diversity in an expanding habitat area and supports our collaborative Back 5 educational project. No experience necessary! \n\n\n\nThe Leach Botanical Garden is a hidden gem in outer SE Portland. Beyond the manicured paths of the garden are several acres of forests and fields which have become overrun by Himalayan blackberry\, English ivy\, and other plants that discourage diversity. The garden needs your help to become a healthy ecosystem again! \n\n\n\nThank you for volunteering to join us in opening spaces to promote a healthy ecosystem in the Leach Botanical Garden! Volunteers are encouraged to enjoy the rest of the garden after the event. \n\n\n\nClick Here to RSVP \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email sara@jcwc.org \n\n\n\nWhat: weed removal\, grubbing\, and weeding. \n\n\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, January 8th\, 2025\, 9am-12pm \n\n\n\nWhere: Leach Botanical Garden (see directions below) \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\nWhat to wear: Dress for the weather! Wear long thick pants\, a long-sleeved shirt\, and sturdy shoes for uneven terrain that you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a raincoat or a hat and sunscreen\, as appropriate. \n\n\n\nWhat we provide: Gloves\, tools\, and instruction on how to safely use tools and what plants we’ll remove.  \n\n\n\nChildren are welcome but must be accompanied by an attentive adult. This work is around and near prickly plants and on uneven terrain which can be challenging for young children. We recommend children ages 12 and up for this type of event \n\n\n\nDirections to site:  \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\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\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\nClick Here to RSVP \n\n\n\nA big thank you to The Mintkeski Family Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation and Portland General Electric for their generous funding for our volunteer program.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/land-tending-at-leach-botanical-garden/
CATEGORIES:Habitat Enhancement,Stewardship Event,Volunteer 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\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\nSpots are limited! RSVP is required to attend! \n\n\n\nClick here to RSVP \n\n\n\nWhat: Amphibian Science Talk \n\n\n\nWhen: Thursday\, January 9th\, 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\nWhere: Gresham Wall Street Pizza\, 201 N Main Ave\, Gresham\, OR 97030. \n\n\n\nWhat to bring: Yourself! And some money to spend on yummy food and drinks! \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\nChildren are welcome but must be accompanied by an attentive adult. This is an all ages event! \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 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\nClick here to RSVP \n\n\n\nDirections:  \n\n\n\nBy Car: 201 N Main Ave\, Gresham\, OR 97030. There is parking available on N Main Ave and behind the restaurant.  \n\n\n\nBy Bike: From the springwater corridor trail exit at Main City Park and follow N Main Ave North to the restaurant.  \n\n\n\nBy Transit: Bus line 9 – Exit at W Powell and N Main or N Main and NE 2nd. Walk North on N Main Ave until reaching the restaurant.  \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-2/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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SUMMARY:Land Tending at Errol Heights
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\n\nJoin the Friends of Errol Heights\, Johnson Creek Watershed Council\, and Portland Parks & Recreation as we gather at Errol Heights Park for a morning of Land Tending! We are working to revegetate areas that were disturbed during construction. This park is home to a plethora of wildlife including beaver\, woodpeckers\, ducks\, and dragonflies! \n\n\n\nCLICK HERE TO RSVP \n\n\n\nWhat: Errol Heights Land Tending projects include weeding\, planting\, mulching\, and trash pick-up. These needs will change month to month. \n\n\n\nWhen: Saturday\, January 18th\, from 9:30 am – 12:30pm \n\n\n\nWhere: Errol Heights City Park (directions emailed after registration). \n\n\n\nWhat to bring: Bring a filled water bottle and snacks. You’re welcome to bring gloves and tools\, if you want to use your own.   \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\nWe will provide: Gloves\, and all necessary tools\, plus coffee and snacks. We can also provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact info@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare. \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\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\, bending\, and lifting heavy objects. \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/land-tending-at-errol-heights/
CATEGORIES:Habitat Enhancement,Partner Event,Stewardship Event,Volunteer Event
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SUMMARY:EVENT FULL - 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\nWhat: Amphibian Egg Mass Surveys in Gresham \n\n\n\nWhen & Where:  \n\n\n\nOnline Training – January 23th 6:00pm-7:30pm. A Zoom link will be sent to you after registering.  \n\n\n\nField Training and Gear Pick-up – January 25th 10:00am-12:00noon. Brickworks Stormwater Pond in SE Gresham\, parking and access instructions will be emailed to you after registration.  \n\n\n\nBoth training sessions are required. \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\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\nTraining will include: \n\n\n\n\nHow to identify an egg mass of Pacific chorus and red-legged frogs\, and Northwestern & 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\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\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\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\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\nHow many hours do I need to volunteer? Including training\, about 5 to 8 hours depending on drive distance. \n\n\n\nCan children volunteer? Most sites are relatively shallow\, but are best for kids 10 and up. \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\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-2/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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SUMMARY:EVENT FULL - 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\nWhat: Amphibian Egg Mass Surveys in Gresham \n\n\n\nWhen & Where:  \n\n\n\nOnline Training – January 23th 6:00pm-7:30pm. A Zoom link will be sent to you after registering.  \n\n\n\nField Training and Gear Pick-up – January 25th 10:00am-12:00noon. Brickworks Stormwater Pond in SE Gresham\, parking and access instructions will be emailed to you after registration.  \n\n\n\nBoth training sessions are required. \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\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\nTraining will include: \n\n\n\n\nHow to identify an egg mass of Pacific chorus and red-legged frogs\, and Northwestern & 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\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\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\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\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\nHow many hours do I need to volunteer? Including training\, about 5 to 8 hours depending on drive distance. \n\n\n\nCan children volunteer? Most sites are relatively shallow\, but are best for kids 10 and up. \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\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-2/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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