• 2026 Watershed Wide Event

    Sign-up today for Johnson Creek Watershed Council’s most unified restoration event of the year! The Watershed Wide Event is happening Saturday, March 7th from 8:45am -12noon. We will spread out at 8 simultaneous work parties throughout the watershed. Stick around at the end for a free lunch! Johnson Creek is a unique waterway, providing home […]

  • Land Tending at Leach Botanical Garden

    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 […]

  • Powell Butte Bird Talk with Tom Virzi

    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 […]

  • Land Tending at Errol Heights

    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,  […]

  • Land Tending with Crystal Springs Partnership at Brannen Natural Area

    Crystal Springs is the only cold water tributary to Johnson Creek and is a refuge for salmonids. Join the Crystal Springs Partnership to continue creating healthy habitat along the creek.    Click here to RSVP   What: We will be planting and mulching When: Saturday, March 21st, 10:00am-1:00pm Where: Brannen Natural Area, SE 21st and […]