The Johnson Creek watershed benefits from the wetlands that beavers create. These ecosystem engineers create habitats for instream and upland species while slowing down the creek, cooling it, and lowering fire risk. Join us for a slice and find out more about the amazing beaver from Katie Holzer, Watershed Scientist with the City of Gresham! […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]