Johnson Creek Watershed Council

Amphibian Egg Mass Survey Orientation Part 2: In Person
2026-01-31 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
This event is full
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.

What: Amphibian Egg Mass Surveys in Gresham
When & Where:
Online Training – January 29th 6:00pm-7:30pm. A Zoom link will be sent to you after registering.
Field Training and Gear Pick-up – January 31st 10:00am-12:00noon. Brickworks Stormwater Pond in SE Gresham, parking and access instructions will be emailed to you after registration.
Both training sessions are required.
Survey Season – Survey groups of 2-4 people will visit the assigned site(s) 3 times throughout Feb. and March .
Surveys involve systematically wading through ponds and gathering data on amphibian egg masses. Surveys can take between 30 minutes and 2 hours.
Volunteers 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.
Training will include:

How to identify an egg mass of Pacific chorus and red-legged frogs, and Northwestern & long-toed salamanders
Survey techniques
Field methods and safety

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 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.
Accessibility: 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.

FAQ’s
Do I need to sign-up with another person? Nope! If you sign-up solo we will assign you a survey group.
If 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.
How many hours do I need to volunteer? Including training, about 5 to 8 hours depending on drive distance.
Can children volunteer? Most sites are relatively shallow, but are best for kids 10 and up.
How 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.

A 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.

Land Tending at Leach Botanical Garden
2026-02-11 09:00 - 12:00
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!
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 plants that discourage diversity. The garden needs your help to become a healthy ecosystem again!
Thank 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.
Click Here to RSVP
Questions? Email sara@jcwc.org
What: land tending, trail maintenance, and weeding.
When: Wednesday, February 11th, 2026, 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 shoes for uneven terrain that 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 what plants we’ll remove.
Children 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
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!
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A 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.

Land Tending at Errol Heights
2026-02-21 09:00 - 12:00
Join the Friends of Errol Heights, Portland Parks & Recreation, and Johnson Creek Watershed Council as we gather at Errol Heights Park for a morning of Land Tending! Revegetation, selective plant removal, and trash pick-up encourages plant and species diversity and builds habitats for a healthy watershed.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
When: Saturday, February 21st, 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Where: Errol Heights City Park (directions emailed after registration)
What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change at 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
Thank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health. The Mintkeski Family Fund of Oregon Community Foundation, Portland General Electric, The City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services, Friends of Errol Heights, and Portland Parks and Recreation.

Land Tending at Leach Botanical Garden
2026-03-11 09:00 - 12:00
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!
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 plants that discourage diversity. The garden needs your help to become a healthy ecosystem again!
Thank 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.
Click Here to RSVP
Questions? Email sara@jcwc.org
What: land tending, trail maintenance, and weeding.
When: Wednesday, March 11th, 2026, 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 shoes for uneven terrain that 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 what plants we’ll remove.
Children 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
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!
Click Here to RSVP
A 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.

Land Tending at Errol Heights
2026-03-21 09:00 - 12:00
Join the Friends of Errol Heights, Portland Parks & Recreation, and Johnson Creek Watershed Council as we gather at Errol Heights Park for a morning of Land Tending! Revegetation, selective plant removal, and trash pick-up encourages plant and species diversity and builds habitats for a healthy watershed.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
When: Saturday, March 21st, 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Where: Errol Heights City Park (directions emailed after registration)
What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change at 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
Thank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health. The Mintkeski Family Fund of Oregon Community Foundation, Portland General Electric, The City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services, Friends of Errol Heights, and Portland Parks and Recreation.

Prairie Nesting Bird Survey
2026-04-01 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-04-03 08:00 - 09:30, 2026-04-04 08:00 - 09:30
Calling all birders! Join our 2026 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!
This Event is Full!
What: Powell Butte Prairie-nesting Bird Surveys
When & Where: Virtual AND in-person training sessions required
Virtual orientation (REQUIRED) on Wednesday, April 1st 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 3rd from 8:00 am – 9:30 am OR
Saturday, April 4th 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. 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 sara@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 sara@jcwc.org.
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: 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.
This Event is Full!
Want to learn more about how we use the important data collected by our volunteers? Check out Dr. Tom Virzi’s talk on March 18th at 6:00 pm at Double Mountain Brewing in the Woodstock neighborhood.
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.

Land Tending at Tideman Johnson
2026-04-04 09:00 - 12:00
Join the Friends of Tideman Johnson Park, Portland Parks & Rec, and the Johnson Creek Watershed Council for a morning of land tending! 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 4th, 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Where: Tideman Johnson City Park (directions below)
What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change at 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:
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 and Portland Parks & Recreation, and Friends of Tideman Johnson.

Land Tending at Leach Botanical Garden
2026-04-08 09:00 - 12:00
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!
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 plants that discourage diversity. The garden needs your help to become a healthy ecosystem again!
Thank 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.
Click Here to RSVP
Questions? Email sara@jcwc.org
What: land tending, trail maintenance, and weeding.
When: Wednesday, April 8th, 2026, 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 shoes for uneven terrain that 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 what plants we’ll remove.
Children 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
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!
Click Here to RSVP
A 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.

Earth Day with Johnson Creek Watershed Council
2026-04-18 09:00 - 12:00
Celebrate Earth Day with JCWC and our partners! Join Friends of Errol Heights for a morning of land tending at Errol Heights or the City of Gresham as they mulch the plantings from Watershed Wide.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP for Errol Heights
CLICK HERE TO RSVP for Gresham
When: Saturday, April 18th, 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Where: Errol Heights City Park (directions emailed after registration) OR City of Gresham, South of Jenne Butte (directions emailed after registration)
What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal at Errol Heights. Mulching plants with Gresham. Tasks may shift as needs change at 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 for Errol Heights
CLICK HERE TO RSVP for Gresham
Thank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health. The Mintkeski Family Fund of Oregon Community Foundation, Portland General Electric, The City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services, Friends of Errol Heights, and Portland Parks and Recreation.

Land Tending at Tideman Johnson
2026-05-02 09:00 - 12:00
Join the Friends of Tideman Johnson Park, Portland Parks & Rec, and the Johnson Creek Watershed Council for a morning of land tending! 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, May 2nd, 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Where: Tideman Johnson City Park (directions below)
What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change at 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 and Portland Parks & Recreation, and Friends of Tideman Johnson.

Land Tending at Leach Botanical Garden
2026-05-13 09:00 - 12:00
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!
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 plants that discourage diversity. The garden needs your help to become a healthy ecosystem again!
Thank 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.
Click Here to RSVP
Questions? Email sara@jcwc.org
What: land tending, trail maintenance, and weeding.
When: Wednesday, May 13th, 2026, 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 shoes for uneven terrain that 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 what plants we’ll remove.
Children 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
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!
Click Here to RSVP
A 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.

Land Tending at Errol Heights
2026-05-16 09:00 - 12:00
Join the Friends of Errol Heights, Portland Parks & Recreation, and Johnson Creek Watershed Council as we gather at Errol Heights Park for a morning of Land Tending! Revegetation, selective plant removal, and trash pick-up encourages plant and species diversity and builds habitats for a healthy watershed.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
When: Saturday, May 16th, 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Where: Errol Heights City Park (directions emailed after registration)
What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change at 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
Thank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health. The Mintkeski Family Fund of Oregon Community Foundation, Portland General Electric, The City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services, Friends of Errol Heights, and Portland Parks and Recreation.

Dragonfly Surveys
2026-05-30 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!
Click here to RSVP
When: Orientation – Saturday, May 30th, 9am-4pm, with an hour lunch break.
Survey Season – Weekends from June to October. Surveys are self scheduled with your survey group.
Where: Indoor training – Gresham City Hall – 1333 NW Eastman Pkwy, Gresham, OR 97030
Outdoor training – Brickworks Stormwater Pond, more directions will be provided at the indoor training.
Survey Season – surveys will take place at stormwater ponds in SW Gresham and Brookside Wetlands in Portland June-September
Time commitment: Orientation – 6 hours
Survey Season – Sign-up for 3-4 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 (Dragonflies and Damselflies of Oregon, A Field Guide by Gordon & Kerst), 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.
Click here to RSVP
Directions to Site:
Gresham City Hall – 1333 NW Eastman Pkwy, Gresham, OR 97030
By Transit: Take the Max Blue Line to Gresham City Hall OR Take the 21 Bus and exit NB NW Eastman and Division, SB 1300 Block NW Eastman.
By Bike: Take the Springwater Trail Corridor and exit at SW 7th street and SW Eastman Parkway. Bike along Eastman Parkway until reaching the destination.
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.

Land Tending at Leach Botanical Garden
2026-06-10 09:00 - 12:00
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!
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 plants that discourage diversity. The garden needs your help to become a healthy ecosystem again!
Thank 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.
Click Here to RSVP
Questions? Email sara@jcwc.org
What: land tending, trail maintenance, and weeding.
When: Wednesday, June 10th, 2026, 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 shoes for uneven terrain that 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 what plants we’ll remove.
Children 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
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!
Click Here to RSVP
A 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.

Land Tending at Leach Botanical Garden
2026-09-09 09:00 - 12:00
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!
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 plants that discourage diversity. The garden needs your help to become a healthy ecosystem again!
Thank 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.
Click Here to RSVP
Questions? Email sara@jcwc.org
What: land tending, trail maintenance, and weeding.
When: Wednesday, September 9th, 2026, 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 shoes for uneven terrain that 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 what plants we’ll remove.
Children 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
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!
Click Here to RSVP
A 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.

Land Tending at Tideman Johnson
2026-10-03 09:00 - 12:00
Join the Friends of Tideman Johnson Park, Portland Parks & Rec, and the Johnson Creek Watershed Council for a morning of land tending! 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 3rd, 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Where: Tideman Johnson City Park (directions below)
What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change at 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 and Portland Parks & Recreation, and Friends of Tideman Johnson.

Land Tending at Leach Botanical Garden
2026-10-14 09:00 - 12:00
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!
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 plants that discourage diversity. The garden needs your help to become a healthy ecosystem again!
Thank 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.
Click Here to RSVP
Questions? Email sara@jcwc.org
What: land tending, trail maintenance, and weeding.
When: Wednesday, October 14th, 2026, 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 shoes for uneven terrain that 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 what plants we’ll remove.
Children 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
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!
Click Here to RSVP
A 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.

Land Tending at Errol Heights
2026-10-17 09:00 - 12:00
Join the Friends of Errol Heights, Portland Parks & Recreation, and Johnson Creek Watershed Council as we gather at Errol Heights Park for a morning of Land Tending! Revegetation, selective plant removal, and trash pick-up encourages plant and species diversity and builds habitats for a healthy watershed.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
When: Saturday, October 17th, 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Where: Errol Heights City Park (directions emailed after registration)
What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change at 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
Thank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health. The Mintkeski Family Fund of Oregon Community Foundation, Portland General Electric, The City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services, Friends of Errol Heights, and Portland Parks and Recreation.

Land Tending at Tideman Johnson
2026-11-07 09:00 - 12:00
Join the Friends of Tideman Johnson Park, Portland Parks & Rec, and the Johnson Creek Watershed Council for a morning of land tending! 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, November 7th, 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Where: Tideman Johnson City Park (directions below)
What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change at 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 and Portland Parks & Recreation, and Friends of Tideman Johnson.

Land Tending at Leach Botanical Garden
2026-11-11 09:00 - 12:00
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!
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 plants that discourage diversity. The garden needs your help to become a healthy ecosystem again!
Thank 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.
Click Here to RSVP
Questions? Email sara@jcwc.org
What: land tending, trail maintenance, and weeding.
When: Wednesday, November 11th, 2026, 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 shoes for uneven terrain that 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 what plants we’ll remove.
Children 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
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!
Click Here to RSVP
A 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.

Land Tending at Errol Heights
2026-11-21 09:00 - 12:00
Join the Friends of Errol Heights, Portland Parks & Recreation, and Johnson Creek Watershed Council as we gather at Errol Heights Park for a morning of Land Tending! Revegetation, selective plant removal, and trash pick-up encourages plant and species diversity and builds habitats for a healthy watershed.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
When: Saturday, November 21st, 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Where: Errol Heights City Park (directions emailed after registration)
What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change at 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
Thank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health. The Mintkeski Family Fund of Oregon Community Foundation, Portland General Electric, The City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services, Friends of Errol Heights, and Portland Parks and Recreation.

Land Tending at Tideman Johnson
2026-12-05 09:00 - 12:00
Join the Friends of Tideman Johnson Park, Portland Parks & Rec, and the Johnson Creek Watershed Council for a morning of land tending! 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, December 5th, 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Where: Tideman Johnson City Park (directions below)
What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change at 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 and Portland Parks & Recreation, and Friends of Tideman Johnson.

Land Tending at Leach Botanical Garden
2026-12-09 09:00 - 12:00
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!
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 plants that discourage diversity. The garden needs your help to become a healthy ecosystem again!
Thank 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.
Click Here to RSVP
Questions? Email sara@jcwc.org
What: land tending, trail maintenance, and weeding.
When: Wednesday, December 9th, 2026, 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 shoes for uneven terrain that 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 what plants we’ll remove.
Children 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
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!
Click Here to RSVP
A 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.

Land Tending at Errol Heights
2026-12-19 09:00 - 12:00
Join the Friends of Errol Heights, Portland Parks & Recreation, and Johnson Creek Watershed Council as we gather at Errol Heights Park for a morning of Land Tending! Revegetation, selective plant removal, and trash pick-up encourages plant and species diversity and builds habitats for a healthy watershed.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
When: Saturday, December 19th, 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Where: Errol Heights City Park (directions emailed after registration)
What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change at 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
Thank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health. The Mintkeski Family Fund of Oregon Community Foundation, Portland General Electric, The City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services, Friends of Errol Heights, and Portland Parks and Recreation.
