Johnson Creek Watershed Council

Restoration with Friends of Errol Heights
2013-12-21 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Errol Heights, SE 52nd and Tenino Drive, Portland, OR, 97206, United States
Join us for mulching and weeding at Errol Heights. Tools and gloves provided. To sign up, contact Paul Ciri at seciri@juno.com.

Phone Banking with JCWC
2013-12-12 18:00 - 20:00 | JCWC Headquarters, 1900 SE Milport Rd., Suite B, Milwaukie, Oregon, 97222
JCWC volunteers are welcome to join us for pizza and beer and we make calls to our donors. You’ll be provided a brief orientation and script and then will record the results of those calls in your notes. By helping with this phone bank, you’re taking on a high leadership role in this organization. IS it time for you to step up?
Contact Amy at amy@jcwc.org for more information and to sign up.

Phone Banking with JCWC
2013-12-10 18:00 - 20:00

Johnson Creek Canyon Volunteer Planting Event
2013-12-07 10:00 - 12:00
Join us for this native planting event in Johnson Creek canyon, near Tideman Johnson Park. We have a big plant order for this project so need about 25 volunteers to get them in the ground. Families welcome. Tools and gloves provided. We will meet at a private residence near Tideman Johnson Park (see address). RSVP to Amy at amy@jcwc.org or call 503-652-7477.

Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
2013-12-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Gresham VFW, 150 W. Powell Blvd. , Gresham, 97030
We want to honor YOU and all of your hard work this year! Please join Johnson Creek Watershed Council and your fellow friends at our annual volunteer appreciation dinner. Friends and family are welcome!
JCWC will provide a main course and beverage. Optional potluck: bring salad, a side, or dessert!
RSVP’s appreciated! To amy@jcwc.org or call 503-652-7477
Annual volunteer appreciation dinner invitation.pdf

JCWC Office Closed for Thanksgiving
2013-11-28 00:00 - 2013-11-29 23:59 | JCWC Headquarters, 1900 SE Milport Rd., Suite B, Milwaukie, Oregon, 97222
The JCWC Office will be closed on November 28-29 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Salmon surveyors this weekend should pick up equipment by Wednesday, November 27.

AMPHIBIAN TALK AT GRESHAM CITY HALL
2013-11-20 17:30 - 19:00 | Gresham City Hall, 1333 NW Eastman Pkwy, Gresham, OR, 97030, United States
Amphibian lovers:
There will be an amphibian talk on Nov 20 at 5:30 at Gresham City Hall put
on by The Wetlands Conservancy. Experts will be presenting. See
attachment for details.
B&WAmphibians
Courtney Wilson
Environmental Science Professional
503-939-7797

Board Meeting
2013-11-19 17:30 - 19:30
This meeting is open to the public.

CANCELED-Winter Twigs Workshop
2013-11-13 19:00 - 20:30
Winter Twigs Workshop has been CANCELED.
Have you ever stared at a twig or bark with consternation, wondering what species it might be? Identifying plant and tree species does not have to stop after the leaves have fallen!
Please join Metro naturalist Deb Scrivens for a walk in Johnson Creek watershed and she will answer all of your burgeoning queries. The workshop is in two parts.
Part 1: Required indoor pre-excursion debrief on Wednesday, November 13th @JCWC Headquarters from 7pm-830pm. Light refreshments provided.
Part 2: Optional guided out door walk at a natural area in the Johnson Creek Watershed, Sunday, November 17th from 1pm-230pm.
Workshop is FREE!
Winter twig flyer.pdf

Veteran's Day Parade With JCWC!
2013-11-11 09:00 - 11:30
Hello!
I hope that you will be able to join me and Johnson Creek Watershed Council on Monday, November 11th 2013 at 9:00am for the Veteran’s Day Parade! We will be promoting all the hard work JCWC does for the community with a banner, bike with trailer, and possibly large neon salmon! Volunteers will be passing out flyers with upcoming events and candy during the event. The weather will be chilly, therefore, I recommend a lot of layers and plan on being outside for a few hours. Volunteers would meet at NE 40th and Tillamook at 9am and the parade starts at 945am. It is a short route, therefore, I expect it to commence by 1130am.
More information can be found here
Veteran’s Day flyer.pdf

CANCELED- Rain Garden Workshop
2013-11-10 13:00 - 17:00 | Courts of Eastmoreland, 3015 SE Berkley Place, Portland, 97202
Rain garden Workshop has been CANCELED.

Are you interested in building your own rain garden? Please join East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District and Johnson Creek Watershed Council to explore the important role rain gardens can have in urban stream restoration, and how they may beautify your yard at the same time! You will learn how to assess your land and receive a detailed manual guiding you through the construction of a rain garden.

This is a free event from 1:00pm-5:00pm at the Courts of Eastmoreland. Space is limit, RSVP today!

Rain garden Workshop Flyer_JCWC & EMSWCD

An Introduction to Beekeeping
2013-11-06 18:00 - 19:30
Join us for a free workshop hosted by the Clackamas County Soil and Water Conservation District. Help save the pollinators and become a beekeeper! We will discuss bee biology, the required equipment, naturescaping basics and pollinator plant selection. Light refreshments will be served.
Location:
Lake Road Fire Station #4
6600 SE Lake Road, Milwaukie OR 97222
RSVP is required because space is limited. Email cmcqueeney@conservationdistrict.org or call 503-210-6000
Click Flyer – Beekeeping Workshop 10-3-13 to see the official flyer.

Volunteer planting party
2013-11-02 10:00 - 17:00 | Crystal Springs Partnership, SE 21st & Umatilla, Portland, OR, United States
Join the Crystal Springs Partnership for a volunteer planting party! Join us at 10am on November 2nd to help plant native plants in a small area between the path and the street (within the fenced area) at the Brennan site at SE 21st & Umatilla.
Bring your own gloves and trowel/shovel if you have them – but there will be extras.
Please RSVP to Ronda Fast, ronda.fast@portlandoregon.gov or 503-823-4921. (questions too)

Free Graywater Workshop
2013-10-28 18:00 - 19:30
This is a free workshop hosted by the Clackamas County Soil and Water Conservation District to learn about graywater systems. These systems use recycled water for toilet flushing and outdoor irrigation, reducing our water use. For additional information see the Flyer – Graywater Workshop 10-3-13 or join us for the workshop. Light refreshments will be provided.
Location:
Oak Lodge Fire Station #3
2930 SE Oak Grove Blvd., Milwaukie OR 97267
RSVP is required because space is limited. Email cmcqueeney@conservationdistrict.org or call 503-210-6000

Tree Planting
2013-10-26 10:00 - 14:00
Help JCWC plant some trees! Lunch will be provided and anyone is welcome.
Location:
St. Mary Ethiopian Orthodox Church
7715 SE 92nd Avenue, Portland, OR 97266
Parking available on SE Flavel Street, east of 92nd Avenue
Please RSPV to Amy at amy@jcwc.org
Volunteers must wear close-toed shoes.

Eagle Scout Project
2013-10-26 10:00 - 13:00
What we are doing: there is a section of the Johnson Creek that we will be landscaping (removing blackberry bushes and planting willows). What you need to bring: leather gloves, rain boots and a rain jacket.

Coho Spawning Surveys Orientation
2013-10-22 18:00 - 20:00
Please help Johnson Creek Watershed Council monitor the movement of Coho salmon up Johnson Creek from October through December 15. No experience necessary, training required. Biologists from Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and JCWC Staff will provide training and answer questions. Light refreshments provided. Important note: Volunteer surveyors will walk directly in the stream which can be difficult. Full mobility and balance is necessary for this activity. For questions and to RSVP, contact Amy by October 21 at amy@jcwc.org or call 503-652-7477. Please check out the flyer below for more information about the event.

Coho Salmon Flyer 2013

Salmon Homecoming at Oxbow Regional Park
2013-10-20 11:00 - 16:00
Nothing says “Pacific Northwest” like the annual return from the ocean of salmon, fighting upstream to spawn and die in the rivers of their birth. In October, witness this ancient, iconic phenomenon at Oxbow Regional Park along the Sandy River, one of the nation’s designated Wild and Scenic Rivers. During the annual Salmon Homecoming, naturalists are on hand at Oxbow to help you see the salmon and explore other aspects of this 1,000-acre wilderness of old growth forest, hiking and equestrian trails and river beaches.

All Salmon Homecoming events are free; registration is not required. $5 per vehicle ($7 per bus) fee. For more information, call 503-663-0238.

View salmon
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Join naturalists at the river’s edge; they’ll help you spot spawning salmon and tell you about the salmon’s behavior and life cycle. Borrow a pair of polarized fish-viewing glasses onsite. The trail to salmon viewing is unpaved and fairly level. Suitable for all ages.

Identify mushrooms
2 to 4 p.m.
Explore the incredible diversity of fungi in Oxbow’s ancient forest. In this hands-on, beginners class, learn the basics of mushrooms and other fungi. Suitable for ages 12 and older. Meet at Alder Shelter (group picnic area A) at 1:45 p.m.

Board Meeting
2013-10-15 17:30 - 19:30
Board meetings are open to the public.

Prepare Errol Heights for Future Native Planting
2013-10-12 09:00 - 12:00
Volunteers will be mulching a site slated to be planted this winter. They will also be removing invasive species from a former volunteer-planted area, and will install several signs. No experience necessary! Wear sturdy shoes, long pants and shirts, and bring rain gear, a hat and water bottle. Instruction, tools, gloves and small treats will be provided. Volunteers must be at least age 16 (without adult supervision) and younger children must be accompanied by adults. Volunteers under age 18 must have a parent sign the PP&R liability form before the child is allowed to participate.

This event is part of Parke Diem, a citywide work party weekend for Portland`s parks and natural areas. Register on the Parke Diem website and get a free t-shirt! This is a joint restoration event led by Portland Parks and Recreation, City Nature East in partnership with Johnson Creek Watershed Council, Friends of Errol Heights and Friends of Tideman Johnson. For more information, please contact City Nature East Stewardship Coordinator, Susan Hawes at Susan.Hawes@portlandoregon.gov or call (503) 823-5939. See event flyer.

Fall Canyon Day
2013-10-05 09:00 - 15:00
Reed College Canyon Day
October 5th 9-3pm
Located in the canyon just below the Grove dorms, and behind the Canyon House.
This event is free, open to all ages. Tools, training, food, and fun provided.
For a campus map refer to:
http://www.reed.edu/facilities_services/reed_static_map.html

Music and cider pressing!
Bring gloves if you have them.
For more information, see website: http://www.reed.edu/canyon/cday/
Contact: zac.perry@reed.edu

Willamette River Cleanup
2013-10-05 00:00 - 23:59
Volunteer for Willamette Riverkeeper’s 5th Annual GREAT WILLAMETTE CLEANUP: a PADDLING based, RIVER-WIDE effort!

On Saturday, October 5th GET DIRTY FOR GOOD by participating at any number of cleanup sites spanning 191 river miles from the Middle Fork Willamette River to the Confluence, including land and PADDLING based efforts accessible to all. BYO-Boat or SUP, or reserve a seat in a canoe, kayak, or raft depending on the location. Click here to register and see the location options!
There will be a free t-shirt as well as some post cleanup celebrations!

DePave Event in Johnson Creek Watershed
2013-09-28 10:00 - 14:00
Join JCWC, DePave, Green Lents and St. Marys Ethiopian Orthodox Church for an epic parking lot depaving event.We’re ripping up over 3,700 square feet of pavement for new planting beds and a huge rain garden. Volunteers will be removing and hauling pavement from the area from 9:00am-12:00pm. Church members will be providing authentic Ethiopian cuisine for all participants afterwards. RSVP for this event with Amy at amy@jcwc.org.

Volunteer Restoration Event
2013-09-28 09:00 - 12:00 | Errol Heights, SE 52nd and Tenino Drive, Portland, OR, 97206, United States
Join JCWC for an awesome restoration event at Errol Heights from 9:00am – 12:00pm.

Tour Headwaters Farm
2013-09-26 18:00
Rowan Steele, Farm Incubator Manager, will be leading two tours on Thursday, September 26th at 6pm and Saturday, September 28th at 10am.
The tours are primarily geared for individuals who are considering applying for the 2014 Farm Incubator Program, but are open to anyone looking to learn more about the program and what it offers. Please RSVP to Rowan Steele at rowan@emswcd.org. Please include what day you would like to attend.
Click HERE for more information on the Farm Incubator Program.

Johnson Creek Days: Weed Walk
2013-09-22 13:00 - 16:00
Weed Walk led by herbalist Randi Embree. Meet at Pleasant Valley Elementary (17625 SE Foster Road) from 1pm-3pm. Many weeds are used for agricultural and medicinal purposes. Learn more at this free educational event. Please RSVP to attend by contacting Amy at amy@jcwc.org or 503-652-7477.

Johnson Creek Days: Bicycle Bonanza
2013-09-22 09:00 - 13:00
Join us for a family-friendly recreational bike ride at the Springwater Corridor Trail. Bwgin the 4-mile ride at JCWC headquarters and ride to Cartlandia, stopping at several restoration projects along the way. Enjoy a no-host lunch at Cartlandia, a bike centric food cart pod at SE 8nd and the Springwater Trail.
Please register for this free ride. Email amy@jcwc.org or call 503-652-7477.
Bike Bonanza flyer color

Johnson Creek Days: Children's Discovery Carnival
2013-09-21 13:00 - 16:00
Join us for hands- on nature crafts, displays and activities for families and children under 12. Please register so we have enough supplies for everyone! Email amy@jcwc.org or call 503-652-7477.

Johnson Creek Days: Fun Run
2013-09-21 09:00 - 22:30
Join this group run led by running enthusiast, Quintin Bauer, in the lower Johnson Creek Watershed. Discover new running paths and learn about Johnson Creek and its improvement projects. Runners Loop 4-6 miles. All abilities welcome! See event flyer and route map. Please register for this free run: Email amy@jcwc.org or call 503-652-7477.

Science Talk: A Geographic Perspective on Restoring Johnson Creek
2013-09-20 18:00 - 20:00
Join JCWC`s Restoration Coordinator, Robin Jenkinson, to experience a virtual flyover of the Johnson Creek Watershed. Zoom in to learn more about several of the 120 restoration projects that have been completed in the past decade. In the last few years, the Council has mapped and detailed all these projects online as part of a Johnson Creek ”Restoration Project Census.” Now the Council and its partners are embarking on the development of a new 2015- 25 Restoration Action Plan.
Join us for an educational evening and a cold beverage. Please register for this free event. Email Amy at amy@jcwc.org or call 503-652-477.
See the Science Talk event flyer.
