2025 Creek Crew Training Part 1: Webinar
2025-01-30 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Registration is open for the 2025 Creek Crew cohort. Creek Crew Leaders are a HUGE piece of our restoration work at Johnson Creek! We work with thousands of volunteers each year and with a small staff, we can’t function without the community support of volunteers like you to teach and lead in our restoration events!
There is a two-part training required to join the 2025 Creek Crew cohort. See “How do I Join” section below to register for the training.
When:
Online Webinar: Thursday January 30th 6 – 7:30pm
In-person Training: Saturday February 1st 10am-2:30pm with a 30 minute break for lunch (not provided)
Both trainings are required for new and returning Creek Crew Leaders
Where:
Thursday Webinar: Zoom
Saturday In-person Training: Powell Butte Nature Park (directions below)
What do Creek Crew Leaders do:
Creek Crew leaders choose at least 4 volunteer days a year to help guide small groups of volunteers for our native plantings, invasive species and trash removal parties throughout the year. They are also a crucial element of our larger events such as our Watershed Wide Event (March 1st) and the Johnson Creek Clean-Up (August 16th).
Our Creek Crew Leaders are the reason JCWC is able to plant 5,000 native plants and pull 6 tons of trash out of the creek every year – we couldn’t do it without you!
Why be a Creek Crew Leader:

Have fun outdoors with cool people!
Develop and practice leadership skills
Learn about ecology and restoration practices
Gain familiarity with Pacific Northwest plant and animal species
Make friends and professional connections from diverse backgrounds
Get a reference for applications to college, jobs, or scholarships
Receive sweet Johnson Creek swag

Who are Creek Crew Leaders:

A new or returning Johnson Creek Watershed Council volunteer
Over 16 – OR – you are under 16 but paired with a parent or guardian as a Creek Crew team
Excited to attend at least 4 volunteer events (especially Watershed Wide Event, March 1st and/or Johnson Creek Cleanup in August)
Able to fill out a PP&R code of conduct, volunteer application, and background check

* We work on PP&R sites in much of our land tending. To lead volunteers on PP&R sites, they do require background checks. We will get the forms to Creek Crew applicants via email. If you do not feel comfortable going through a background check but still want to volunteer, contact Marlee@jcwc.org and we can discuss your options!

How do I join?
Click here to register
It’s a 3 step process:
First: Fill out this digital waiver. After receiving your waiver, we will send a few additional forms. When you send the forms back to us, we will send you a link to the training webinar.
–>
Training Part 1: Webinar training on Thursday January 30th from 6pm-7:30pm
When you complete this training you will be able to sign up for the first round of events! (A second round of sign-ups will happen in June.)
–>
Training Part 2: Hands-On training, Saturday February 1st from 10am-2:30pm with a 30 minute break for lunch (not provided). Details will be sent to you after you complete the webinar. (This is the part where you get to make friends, get leadership practice, and get sweet JCWC swag!)
Reach out to Marlee@jcwc.org if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you there!

Details for the training:
We will provide: Gloves, and all necessary tools, plus coffee, pastries and snacks. We can also provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact Marlee@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare.
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 and lunch.
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 under 16 are not permitted: We recommend that all volunteers are over 16 for this role. If you are under 16 you are welcome to join if paired with a parent or guardian as a Creek Crew team for the training and all events.
Accessibility: This event may require standing for long periods, walking over uneven ground, going up or down steep slopes, bending, and lifting heavy objects.
Directions:
A zoom link and directions will be emailed after you complete the required paperwork or make other arrangements.

A huge thank you to Portland Parks and Recreation 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, Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District, East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District, and City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services.

Land Tending at Tideman Johnson
2025-02-01 09:30 - 12:30
THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER
Join the Friends of Tideman Johnson Park and the Johnson Creek Watershed Council for a morning of stewardship and 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, February 1st, 9:30 am-12:30 pm

Where: Tideman Johnson City Park (directions below)

What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change on 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 sima@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.

2025 Creek Crew Training Part 2: In-person
2025-02-01 10:00 - 14:30
Registration is open for the 2025 Creek Crew cohort. Creek Crew Leaders are a HUGE piece of our restoration work at Johnson Creek! We work with thousands of volunteers each year and with a small staff, we can’t function without the community support of volunteers like you to teach and lead in our restoration events!
There is a two-part training required to join the 2025 Creek Crew cohort. See “How do I Join” section below to register for the training.
When:
Online Webinar: Thursday January 30th 6 – 7:30pm
In-person Training: Saturday February 1st 10am-2:30pm with a 30 minute break for lunch (not provided)
Both trainings are required for new and returning Creek Crew Leaders
Where:
Thursday Webinar: Zoom
Saturday In-person Training: Powell Butte Nature Park (directions below)
What do Creek Crew Leaders do:
Creek Crew leaders choose at least 4 volunteer days a year to help guide small groups of volunteers for our native plantings, invasive species and trash removal parties throughout the year. They are also a crucial element of our larger events such as our Watershed Wide Event (March 1st) and the Johnson Creek Clean-Up (August 16th).
Our Creek Crew Leaders are the reason JCWC is able to plant 5,000 native plants and pull 6 tons of trash out of the creek every year – we couldn’t do it without you!
Why be a Creek Crew Leader:

Have fun outdoors with cool people!
Develop and practice leadership skills
Learn about ecology and restoration practices
Gain familiarity with Pacific Northwest plant and animal species
Make friends and professional connections from diverse backgrounds
Get a reference for applications to college, jobs, or scholarships
Receive sweet Johnson Creek swag

Who are Creek Crew Leaders:

A new or returning Johnson Creek Watershed Council volunteer
Over 16 – OR – you are under 16 but paired with a parent or guardian as a Creek Crew team
Excited to attend at least 4 volunteer events (especially Watershed Wide Event, March 1st and/or Johnson Creek Cleanup in August)
Able to fill out a PP&R code of conduct, volunteer application, and background check

* We work on PP&R sites in much of our habitat enhancement. To lead volunteers on PP&R sites, they do require background checks. We will get the forms to Creek Crew applicants via email. If you do not feel comfortable going through a background check but still want to volunteer, contact Marlee@jcwc.org and we can discuss your options!

How do I join?
Click here to register
It’s a 3 step process:
First: Fill out this digital waiver. After receiving your waiver, we will send a few additional forms. When you send the forms back to us, we will send you a link to the training webinar.
–>
Training Part 1: Webinar training on Thursday January 30th from 6pm-7:30pm
When you complete this training you will be able to sign up for the first round of events! (A second round of sign-ups will happen in June.)
–>
Training Part 2: Hands-On training, Saturday February 1st from 10am-2:30pm with a 30 minute break for lunch (not provided). Details will be sent to you after you complete the webinar. (This is the part where you get to make friends, get leadership practice, and get sweet JCWC swag!)
Reach out to Marlee@jcwc.org if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you there!

Details for the training:
We will provide: Gloves, and all necessary tools, plus coffee, pastries and snacks. We can also provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact Marlee@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare.
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 and lunch.
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 under 16 are not permitted: We recommend that all volunteers are over 16 for this role. If you are under 16 you are welcome to join if paired with a parent or guardian as a Creek Crew team for the training and all events.
Accessibility: This event may require standing for long periods, walking over uneven ground, going up or down steep slopes, bending, and lifting heavy objects.
Directions: A zoom link and directions will be emailed after you complete the required paperwork or make other arrangements.

A huge thank you to Portland Parks and Recreation 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
2025-02-12 09:00 - 12:00
This Event is Cancelled!

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, grubbing, and weeding.

When: Wednesday, February 12th, 2025, 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
2025-02-15 09:30 - 12:30
This Event is Cancelled

Join 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!

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

What: Errol Heights Land Tending projects include weeding, planting, mulching, and trash pick-up. These needs will change month to month.

When: Saturday, February 15th, from 9:30 am – 12:30pm

Where: Errol Heights City Park (directions emailed after registration).

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, close-toed shoes you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a raincoat or a hat and sunscreen, as appropriate.

We 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.

Children 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.

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: This event may require standing for long periods, walking over uneven ground, going up or down steep slopes, bending, and lifting heavy objects.

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

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, Friends of Errol Heights and Portland Parks and Recreation.

Live Staking at Walters Drive
2025-02-15 10:00 - 13:00
THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER.
Join the City of Gresham and the Johnson Creek Watershed Council for a morning of stewardship and land tending! We’ll be at the Walters Dr. site in Gresham, near the Springwater Trail. No experience necessary!
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
When: Saturday, February 15th, 10 am-1 pm
Where: The Walters Dr. site in Gresham. The nearest address is 291 SW 4th St, Gresham, OR 97080. The coordinates are 45.495720, -122.434765 (45° 29′ 45″, -122° 26′ 5″). We will meet at the intersection of Walters Dr. and the Springwater Trail.
What: We will be planting live willow, cottonwood, ninebark and dogwood stakes. Tasks may shift as needs change on 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 sima@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 not available on site.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
Directions to site:
By transit: Take Bus 90 down Powell Blvd and get off at Walters Dr. Walk south until you reach the intersection of Walters Dr and the Springwater Trail.
By bike: The Springwater Trail until you reach Walters Dr.
By car: The nearest address is 291 SW 4th St, Gresham, OR 97080. Parking is available along SW 4th St., be mindful of the neighbors and do not block any driveways, then walk North on Walters until you reach the intersection of Walters and the Springwater Trail. Parking is also available at Gresham Main City Park, follow the signs down the springwater trail for about 500 feet West to where Walters dr intersects with the Springwater Trail. The meeting location will be the intersection of Walters Dr. and the Springwater Trail.
Thank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health, including The City of Gresham, Portland General Electric, The Mintkeski Family Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation, and East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District.

2025 Watershed Wide Event
2025-03-01 09:00 - 12:00
Sign-up today for Johnson Creek Watershed Council’s most unified restoration event of the year! The Watershed Wide Event is happening Saturday, March 1st 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 and habitat to lots of special wildlife and a lot of human communities. This event is a great time to come together and care for the creek and watershed as we weed, plant and mulch helping to restore a healthier watershed. For nearly 50 years, local residents have dedicated their time and energy to restore, repair, and clean Johnson Creek. We are proud to have been part of this legacy for the past 29 years. Be a part of the legacy!
RSVP IS REQUIRED. Site choices are below. Click on the name of the site you would like to volunteer at and fill out the waiver to register.
Want to register a group? Reach out to Marlee@jcwc.org to get matched with the right site!
Not interested in planting native plants but still want to help? There are jobs for multiple abilities and talents! We need helpers to pick up and deliver lunch to all of the sites, photographers, and helpers to get food to the sites in the morning. If you are interested in any of these Special Jobs, please sign up HERE!

When: Saturday, March 1st from 8:45am -12:00 noon, free lunch provided at the end
Where: Choose your desired site (below). After you sign the waiver, directions will be sent to your email inbox.
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 and a snack.
What we will provide: Gloves, all necessary tools and instructions, plus snacks, coffee and a free lunch at the end of the event. We can also provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact info@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare.
Healthy 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 with an attentive adult: Youth 16 and younger MUST be accompanied by an adult, youth 16-18 may come unaccompanied but need a waiver signed by a parent or guardian.
Accessibility: All sites will require standing for long periods of time, walking over uneven ground, going up and down steep slope bending, and lifting heavy objects. Check out our special jobs for more options. Restrooms will be available at each site but are not ADA compliant.

Sites (to register for a site click on the site name and fill out the waiver)
Special Jobs:
Not interested in joining a work party OR interested in joining a work party and helping a little extra? Check out our special jobs. We need help with supply delivery, taking photographs, and delivering lunch.

Site Full: Johnson Creek Park
Thank you volunteers!

Site Full: Tideman Johnson Natural Area
Thank you volunteers and the Friends of Tideman Johnson!

Brookside Apartments
Project: Planting and some ivy removal.
Meeting Location & Parking: Meet at 4611 SE Brookside Dr. Milwaukie, OR 97222. Turn off of SE Johnson Creek Boulevard and park along the street on Brookside Dr. or find an open Visitor parking spot (indicated with a V) in the parking lot for Brookside Apartments.

Site Full: Creek Care Property
Thank you volunteers!

Site Full: Luther Road
Thank you volunteers!

Foster Floodplain Natural Area
Project: Planting bare root native plants in a wetland. The planting area will have standing water so volunteers are encouraged to wear waterproof boots. The event will also include litter pickup.
Meeting Location & Parking: The address for the park is 10602 SE Foster Rd, Portland, OR 97266. There is a small parking lot on Foster Rd. If there is no parking available in the parking lot or along Foster Road when you arrive, please continue on Foster Road, turn right at the next intersection (SE 110 th Drive), crossover Johnson Creek and take the first right onto SE Cooper Street. Drive to the end of Cooper Street. Parking is along Cooper Street. Watch for No Parking signs, and be aware not to block neighbor’s driveways. Walk the ½ mile-long paved trail through the park to the meeting location.

Site Full – Gresham Walters Site 1
Thank you volunteers! Thank you American Heritage Group!

Site Full – Gresham Walters Site 2
Thank you Ethiopian and Eritrean Cultural and Resource Center for adopting this site!

Thank you to all of our funders and supporters for making this event possible. The Mintkeski Family Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation, Clackamas County’s Water Environment Services, Portland General Electric, East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District, Clackamas Soil & Water Conservation District, Portland Parks & Recreation, City of Gresham, City of Milwaukie, Friends of Tideman Johnson, The Brookside Apartments, North Clackamas Parks and Recreation, and Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services.

JCWC Board Meeting
2025-03-10 17:30 - 19:30
Please join JCWC Board members during the odd month meetings to hear what is happening in the watershed. Meetings are held virtually and open to the public.
Use this link to join the Zoom meeting
Monday, March 10th, 5:30pm – 7:30pm

Land Tending at Leach Botanical Garden
2025-03-12 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, grubbing, and weeding.

When: Wednesday, March 12th, 2025, 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.

Bird Walk with Jeff Marks
2025-03-15 07:30 - 08:30
Join us at Errol Heights City Park for a bird walk with ornithologist Jeff Marks. Explore habitats designed for a variety of terrestrial and aquatic birds as we walk around the beaver created pond. Jeff has graduate degrees in Wildlife Biology (breeding ecology of Long-eared Owls) and Zoology (nonbreeding ecology of Bristle-thighed Curlews). He is the senior author of Birds of Montana in addition to being the Executive Director of the Montana Bird Advocacy.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
What: Bird Walk at Errol Heights Park with Jeff Marks
When: Saturday, March 15th, from 7:30 am – 8:30am
Where: Errol Heights City Park Upper Area – 5202 SE Tenino Ct, Portland
What to bring: Bring a filled water bottle and binoculars.
What to wear: Dress for the weather! Wear comfortable shoes that are suitable for walking on
uneven terrain.
We will provide: Binoculars. You are welcome to bring your own.
Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an attentive adult. This event is recommended for children ages 12 and up.
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: This event may require standing for long periods, walking over uneven ground, going up or down steep slopes.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
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, Friends of Errol Heights and Portland Parks and Recreation.

Land Tending at Errol Heights
2025-03-15 09:30 - 12:30
Join 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!

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

What: Errol Heights Land Tending projects include weeding, planting, mulching, and trash pick-up. These needs will change month to month.

When: Saturday, March 15th, from 9:30 am – 12:30pm

Where: Errol Heights City Park (directions emailed after registration).

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, close-toed shoes you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a raincoat or a hat and sunscreen, as appropriate.

We 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.

Children 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.

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: This event may require standing for long periods, walking over uneven ground, going up or down steep slopes, bending, and lifting heavy objects.

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

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, Friends of Errol Heights and Portland Parks and Recreation.

Land Tending with Crystal Springs Partnership at Eastmoreland Golf Course
2025-03-30 09:00 - 12:00
This project was started in 2018 with grant funds from the city of Portland that were awarded when Crystal Springs was designated the first urban Salmon Sanctuary!
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
When: Sunday March 30, 9AM until Noon
Where: Eastmoreland Golf Course – 2425 SE Bybee Blvd. The site is just north of the driving range, park behind the clubhouse where we will gather to walk to the site
What: Invasive weed removal and mulching. Tasks may shift as needs change on 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: Tools, and instruction on how to safely use tools and remove invasive weeds and spread mulch . We can also provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact sima@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 14 and up are welcome: Children must be accompanied by an attentive adult.
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: By Transit: Get off Bus 19 at the Bybee MAX Station stop or take the MAX!

Powell Butte Prairie-nesting Bird Surveys
2025-04-02 18:00 - 19:30
Calling all birders! Join our 2025 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!
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
What: Powell Butte Prairie-nesting Bird Surveys

When & Where: Virtual AND in-person training sessions required
Virtual orientation (REQUIRED) on Wednesday, April 2nd 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 4th from 8:00 am – 9:30 am OR
Saturday, April 5th 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.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
Want to learn more about how we use the important data collected by our volunteers? Check out Dr. Tom Virzi’s talk on April 16th 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
2025-04-05 09:30 - 12:30
Join the Friends of Tideman Johnson Park and the Johnson Creek Watershed Council for a morning of stewardship and 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 5th, 9:30 am-12:30 pm

Where: Tideman Johnson City Park (directions below)

What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change on 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 sima@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
2025-04-09 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, grubbing, and weeding.

When: Wednesday, April 9th, 2025, 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.

Fiesta del Suelo // Soil Party
2025-04-10 18:00 - 20:00
¡Acompañe al Jardín Botánico Leach y al Johnson Creek Watershed Council en la Primera Fiesta del Suelo! La consultora de suelos, María Loper, hablará sobre la bilogía de la tierra y la composta, y les dará a los participantes la oportunidad de observar muestras de suelo bajo el microscopio y de hablar sobre lo que está presente, lo que no está y cómo mejorar juntos nuestros suelos. Si hay tiempo adicional, María también demostrará cómo hacer su propio contenedor de vermicultura (gusanos). Este evento es bilingüe en Español y Inglés.
María Loper es una defensora de la reconstrucción de nuestra relación con el suelo, el agua y la naturaleza. María encabeza esfuerzos para que los agricultores lleven a cabo prácticas agrícolas regenerativas. María dirige un laboratorio microscópico móvil y, al mismo tiempo, ofrece a las personas una imagen directa de sus propios suelos y les ayuda a fomentar una conexión más profunda y más allá de la
superficie.
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Cuándo: Jueves, 10 de abril, de 6 a 8 p. m.
Dónde: Leach Botanical Garden, 6704 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97236
Qué: Tendremos una discusión sobre biología, composta y sobre cómo formar suelos más complejos y diversos, respaldar su salud y practicar la vermicultura. Invitamos a las personas que participen a que traigan una muestra de tierra de su propio patio o jardín. Tendremos algo de tiempo para analizar algunas muestras de tierra de los participantes. Sin embargo, no tendremos tiempo para analizar las muestras de tierra de todos, por lo que las muestras se elegirán al azar.
Cómo prepararse: Si quiere traer una muestra de tierra de su jardín, por favor, siga las siguientes instrucciones:
1) Cave 3 pulgadas de la tierra en su jardín o cajón de cultivo, o de otra zona de
suelo que quiera que sea analizada.
2) Tome la muestra con 24 horas de antelación al evento.
3) Guarde la muestra en una bolsa Ziplock limpia o en un recipiente de plástico
4) No cierre la bolsa o el recipiente en el que se encuentra la muestra.
Salud y seguridad: Seguiremos las directrices actuales de la Autoridad de Salud de Oregon. No se requieres mascarillas, pero se recomiendan en espacios cerrados en donde el distanciamiento social no es posible. Quédese en casa si tiene síntomas de cualquier enfermedad contagiosa o si ha tenido contacto reciente con alguien que tenga síntomas de cualquier enfermedad contagiosa.
Los niños están invitados a participar: Una persona adulta responsable debe acompañar a los niños. Recomendamos este tipo de evento para niños mayores de 12 años.
Accesibilidad: Este evento puede requerir estar de pie o sentados por largos periodos de tiempo, o caminar el suelo que no es uniforme.
Instrucciones para llegar:
En transporte público: Tome la ruta de autobús #73 o #10 hasta SE Crianza temporal y 122nd. Camine alrededor de 0.2 millas hacia el sur en SE 122nd Ave hacia la entrada principal del jardín.
En bicicleta: Tome el Springwater Corridor Trail hacia el este, y luego dé vuelta a la derecha en 122nd Ave. Cruce SE Foster Rd, luego dé vuelta hacia la entrada principal. O vaya en bicicleta sobre SE Foster Rd y dé vuelta a la derecha en SE 122nd Ave, y luego a la izquierda en la entrada principal.
En automóvil: Tome SE Foster Rd hacia el este y luego dé vuelta a la derecha en SE 122nd Ave. Estaciónese en el estacionamiento de arriba en de la entrada principal. (Si se encuentra en una pendiente inclinada hacia abajo, ¡ya fue demasiado lejos!) Nos reuniremos en la entrada principal cerca del quiosco de admisión. No deje ningún objeto de valor en su carro.
HAGA CLIC AQUI PARA CONFIRMAR SU ASISTENCIA

Calling all garden enthusiasts, yard aficionados and micro-farmers! Join Leach Botanical Garden and Johnson Creek Watershed Council for our first ever Soil Party! Soil consultant Maria Loper will present on soil biology, compost and give participants the chance to take a look at their soil samples under a microscope and discuss what’s present, what’s not, and how to improve our soils together. If there’s extra time, Maria will also demonstrate how to create your own simple and easy vermiculture (worm) bin. This event is bilingual in Spanish and English.
Maria Loper is an advocate for reshaping our relationship with soil, water, and nature. Maria leads efforts to transition growers to regenerative agriculture practices. By emphasizing the importance of diverse microorganisms in living soil, she helps create nutrient-dense food, soil that can retain moisture, healthier ecosystems, and mineral-balanced soils that support plant health and resilience. Maria operates a mobile microscopy lab, offering people a firsthand look into their soil, working to foster a deeper connection to another world.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
When: Thursday, April 10th, 6-8pm
Where: Leach Botanical Garden, 6704 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97236
What: We will discuss soil biology, compost, how to build more complex and diverse soils, healthy soil support, sustainable landscapes mimicking natural systems for long-term resilience and health and vermiculture. Participants, you are encouraged to bring a soil sample from your own yard or garden. We will have a little time to look at a few soil samples from participants (samples will be chosen at random), samples from Maria’s own collection and discuss our observations.
How to prepare: If you’d like to bring a soil sample from your yard, please follow the instructions below:
1) Dig 3 inches deep into soil from a yard, garden bed, or other patch of soil you’d like sampled.
2) Please take a sample within 24 hrs of the event.
3) Collect the sample in a clean ziplock bag or tupperware.
4) Don’t seal the bag or container the sample is in.
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. We recommend children ages 12 and up for this type of event.
Accessibility: This event may require standing or sitting for long periods of time or walking over uneven ground.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP

Bird Pub Talk with Tom Virzi
2025-04-16 05:30 - 19:30
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 attend, but please be prepared to purchase a drink and/or food to support Double Mountain Brewery. Thank you DMB for hosting us!!
Spots are limited! RSVP is required to attend!!
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What: Powell Butte Bird Surveys Pub Talk
When: Wednesday, April 16th, 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!
Where: Double Mountain Brewing,4336 SE Woodstock Blvd, Portland, OR 97206
What to bring: Yourself! And some money to spend on yummy food and drinks!
What we provide: We can provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact info@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare.
Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an attentive adult. This is an all ages event!
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: This event may require sitting or standing for long periods of time. Bathrooms will be available at this event.
Click here to RSVP
Directions to site:
By Car: 4336 SE Woodstock Blvd, Portland, OR 97206. There is street parking available around the taproom.
Transit: Take the #19 or #75 along Woodstock Blvd and exit at Woodstock and 43rd.
Thank 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 Portland.

Land Tending at Errol Heights
2025-04-19 09:30 - 12:30
Join 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!

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What: Errol Heights Land Tending projects include weeding, planting, mulching, and trash pick-up. These needs will change month to month.

When: Saturday, April 19th, from 9:30 am – 12:30pm

Where: Errol Heights City Park (directions emailed after registration).

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, close-toed shoes you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a raincoat or a hat and sunscreen, as appropriate.

We 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.

Children 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.

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: This event may require standing for long periods, walking over uneven ground, going up or down steep slopes, bending, and lifting heavy objects.

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

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, Friends of Errol Heights and Portland Parks and Recreation.

Land Tending with Crystal Springs Partnership
2025-04-27 09:00 - 12:00
Crystal Springs is home to coho and Chinook salmon, and steelhead trout. All three species are listed as threatened under the federal Endangered Species Act, and Crystal Springs is designated as critical habitat. Join the Crystal Springs Partnership in continuing their dedication to creating healthy salmon habitat in the creek!
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What: Removing non-native weeds to make room for native plants
When: Sunday, April 27, 9am-12noon
Where: Westmoreland’s Union Manor, 6404 SE 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97202. Do not park in the parking lot. Please park on 23rd Ave.
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, close-toed shoes you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a raincoat or a hat and sunscreen, as appropriate.
What we will provide: All necessary tools and snacks. We can also provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact info@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare.
Children 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 12 and up for this type of event.
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: 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 the site:
By car: 6404 SE 23rd Ave. Please Park along 23rd Ave and walk to the meeting location.
By bike: From SE Bybee Blvd, turn North on SE 23rd Ave. Arrive at Westmoreland Union Manor
By transit: Take bus line 19 and get off at SE 23rd & Tolman (Union Manor). By MAX, take the Orange line and exit at SE Bybee Blvd, Walk West on SE Bybee and turn North on SE 23rd, arrive at Union Manor.

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 Crystal Springs Partnership.

Land Tending at Tideman Johnson
2025-05-03 09:30 - 12:30
Join the Friends of Tideman Johnson Park and the Johnson Creek Watershed Council for a morning of stewardship and 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 3rd, 9:30 am-12:30 pm

Where: Tideman Johnson City Park (directions below)

What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change on 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 sima@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.

Native Plant Presentation & Hike with the Deaf Community
2025-05-10 10:30 - 12:30 | Powell Butte Natural Area, 16160 SE Powell Blvd, Portland, OR, 97236
This Event is Cancelled
Spring is here and the plants are blooming. Join JCWC and PP&R at Powell Butte for a presentation by Susan Hawes on PNW Native Plants – Plant ID, Where you can find them, and Will they grow in your yard?, followed by a short 1.5 mile hike at Powell Butte. An interpreter is provided, along with visual guides. This event has limited spots with priority given to members of the Deaf Community and their family. Registration is required.

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What: Native Plant Presentation & Hike for members of the Deaf Community
When: Saturday, May 10th, from 10:30 am – 12:30pm
Where: Powell Butte (directions below).
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 shoes for walking. Bring a filled water bottle and a snack – optional.
We will provide: An interpreter, visual guides, presentation, and guided hike. Please contact info@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare if needed.
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: Children are welcome at this event if accompanied by an attentive adult.
Accessibility: This event may require standing for long periods, walking over uneven ground, going up or down steep slopes.

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

Directions:
By transit: Take route 9 east on SE Powell Blvd to SE Powell & Naegeli. Walk about half a mile uphill on SE 162nd Ave to reach the visitor’s center.
By bike: Take the Springwater Corridor trail east and turn right onto SE Jenne Rd (which becomes SE 174th Ave). Turn left onto Naegeli Dr, left on Lillian Way, then follow Anderegg Loop in either direction to reach the Johnson Creek Trail. Take the trail to SE 163nd Ave and bike steeply uphill to reach the visitor’s center.
By car: Take SE Powell Blvd/Hwy 26 east and turn right onto 162nd Ave. Park in the main lot and meet near the visitor’s center.

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, and Portland Parks and Recreation.

JCWC Board Meeting
2025-05-12 17:30 - 19:30
Please join JCWC Board members during the odd month meetings to hear what is happening in the watershed. Meetings are held virtually and open to the public.
Use this link to join the Zoom meeting
Monday, May 12th, 5:30pm – 7:30pm

Land Tending at Leach Botanical Garden
2025-05-14 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, grubbing, and weeding.

When: Wednesday, May 14th, 2025, 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
2025-05-17 09:30 - 12:30
Join 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!

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

What: Errol Heights Land Tending projects include weeding, planting, mulching, and trash pick-up. These needs will change month to month.

When: Saturday, May 17th, from 9:30 am – 12:30pm

Where: Errol Heights City Park (directions emailed after registration).

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, close-toed shoes you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a raincoat or a hat and sunscreen, as appropriate.

We 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.

Children 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.

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: This event may require standing for long periods, walking over uneven ground, going up or down steep slopes, bending, and lifting heavy objects.

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

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, Friends of Errol Heights and Portland Parks and Recreation.

Land Tending with Crystal Springs Partnership at Brannen Natural Area
2025-05-18 09:00 - 12:00
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.
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What: We will be removing non-native weeds and mulching
When: Sunday, May 18th, 9:00am-12noon
Where: Brannen Natural Area, SE 21st and Umatilla, Portland, OR 97202
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, close-toed shoes you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a raincoat or a hat and sunscreen, as appropriate.
What we will provide: Tools and snacks will be provided, but you may want to bring your own gloves. We can also provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact info@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare.
Children 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 12 and up for this type of event.
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: This event may require standing for long periods, walking over uneven ground, going up or down steep slopes, bending, and lifting heavy objects. Some of the site is accessed by climbing over a ~3ft tall split rail fence. The area is mostly flat with tall grasses. Some of the site is accessible from a paved sidewalk. A portable non-ADA restroom will be available.
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Directions to the site:
By car: 8220 SE 21st Ave is the nearest address. You can park on either SE 21st or SE Umatilla. Please be aware of neighbor’s driveways.
By bike: From SE Tacoma St, turn South on SE 21st Ave. Arrive at Brannen Natural Area.
By transit: Take bus line 70 and get off at SE 17th & Tenino or SE 17th & Umatilla walk East to SE 21st Ave and Arrive at Brannen Natural Area. By MAX, take the Orange line and exit at SE Tacoma/Johnson Creek, walk North on the pedestrian pathway to the East of the station, turn right on SE Tacoma, turn right on SE 21st Ave, arrive at Brannen Natural Area.

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 Crystal Springs Partnership.

2025 Annual Celebration
2025-05-29 17:00 - 20:00
Join JCWC in Celebrating 30 years of Community!
Use this link for more information and to find out how you can be a sponsor!

2025 Dragonfly Survey
2025-05-31 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 – May 31st, 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 Council Chambers (see directions below)
Outdoor training – Tegart Lane pond, corner of SW Brixton Ave and SW 43rd St in Gresham, more directions will be provided at the indoor training.
Survey Season – surveys will take place at 3 stormwater ponds in SW Gresham and Brookside Wetlands in Portland

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, 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 Council Chambers, 1331 NW Eastman Pkwy, Gresham, OR 97030.

By Transit: Take the Max Blue Line to Gresham City Hall. Walk across the City Hall parking lot to the Council Chambers and School District Building. 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 Tideman Johnson
2025-06-07 09:30 - 12:30
Join the Friends of Tideman Johnson Park and the Johnson Creek Watershed Council for a morning of stewardship and 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, June 7th, 9:30 am-12:30 pm

Where: Tideman Johnson City Park (directions below)

What: Native plantings, litter pickup, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change on 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 sima@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
2025-06-11 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.

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Questions? Email sara@jcwc.org

What: land tending, grubbing, and weeding.

When: Wednesday, June 11th, 2025, 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.

2025 Dragonfly Day
2025-06-14 13:00 - 15:00
Dragonfly Day is here! We’re celebrating our favorite flying friends with a bunch of fun activities that kids and adults will enjoy! Join us on Saturday, June 14th from 1pm – 3pm at Tegart Ponds in SW Gresham. You can…

Try your hand at catching dragonflies
Learn about differences between dragonflies and damselflies
Make dragonfly art and crafts to take home
Learn about pollinator friendly gardening practices
Learn about the benefits of stormwater ponds and how watersheds function
HAVE FUN!

Whatever you do, don’t miss Dragonfly Day! See you there!
Please RSVP by clicking here so we know how many people to expect!
What: Dragonfly Day
When: June 14th, 1pm-3pm
Where: Tegart Pond in SW Gresham. The nearest address is 4293 SW Brixton Ave, Gresham, OR 97080.
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. Some activities will take place in and around long grasses and potentially pokey plants. Long sleeves and long pants are recommended. Bring a filled water bottle and a snack. You can also bring a blanket or folding chairs to sit in the grass
We will provide: All necessary instruction and materials for activities. If you have your own insect net you are welcome to bring it. 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. 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: This event is great for children of all ages.
Accessibility: This event may require standing, sitting, or squatting for extended periods of time. There will be limited seating and shade available. The dragonfly catching activity will take place in and around a stormwater pond with mildly sloping to flat banks. A portable bathroom will be available.
Please RSVP by clicking here so we know how many people to expect!
Directions: Tegart Ponds are located at the corner of SW 43rd St and SW Brixton Ave in Gresham. The closest street address is 4293 SW Brixton Ave, Gresham.
By transit: This site is not easily accessed by public transit. Take Bus #9 (Portland/Gresham TC) to W Powell & SW Duniway. Transfer to Bus #82 (Gresham Village) and take it to SW Heiney & Binford Lake. Walk about 1.5 miles south on Wonderview Dr, SW 27th D., SW Mawcrest Ave, SW Willow Pkwy, SW 31st St, SW Tegart Ave, SW 38th St, and SW Brixton Ave. Take the access path from the corner of SW Brixton and SW 43rd south to the wetland trail.
By bike: Take the Springwater Corridor Trail to SW Highland Dr. Follow SW Highland Dr south (it will become SW Pleasant View Dr and then SE 190th Dr) for about 1.5 miles. Turn left (east) onto SW Butler Rd, then right on SW Tegart Ave, left on SW 38th, and right onto SW Brixton Ave. Find the access path to the wetlands at the corner of SW Brixton Ave and SE 43rd St.
By car: Take SE Powell Blvd (from Portland) or W Powell Blvd (From Gresham)/Hwy 26 to SW Highland Dr. Turn south onto SW Highland Dr (it will become SW Pleasant View Dr and then SE 190th Dr). Turn left onto SW 41st St, then right onto SW Brixton Ave. Park along SW 43rd St (please be respectful of our neighbors’ driveways!).
Thank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health. The Mintkeski Family Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation, City of Gresham, East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District.

¡El Día de la Libélula ya está aquí! ¡Celebraremos a nuestros amigos voladores
favoritos con un montón de actividades divertidas que disfrutarán niños y adultos!
Acompáñenos el sábado 14 de junio de 1pm a 3 pm en los Estanques Tegart, en el
suroeste de Gresham. Usted podrá:
Intentar atrapar libélulas
Aprender sobre las diferencias entre libélulas y caballitos del diablo
Hacer manualidades con libélulas para llevarlas a casa
Aprender sobre las prácticas de jardinería amigables con los polinizadores
Conocer los beneficios de los estanques de aguas de lluvia y cómo
funcionan las cuencas hidrográficas
¡DIVIÉRTASE!
¡No se pierda el Día de la Libélula! ¡Esperamos verlo allí!
¡Confirme su asistencia haciendo clic aquí para que sepamos cuántas personas
podemos esperar!
Qué: Día de la Libélula
Cuándo: 14 de junio, 1pm-3pm
Dónde: Estanques de Tegart en el suroeste de Gresham. La dirección más cercana
es 4293 SW Brixton Ave, Gresham, OR 97080.
Cómo prepararse: Este evento se llevará a cabo con lluvia o sol, así que vístase
según el clima: impermeable, capas abrigadas, sombrero para el sol y protector
solar según sea necesario. Use zapatos resistentes y cerrados y ropa que no le
importe ensuciar. Algunas actividades se llevarán a cabo dentro y alrededor de
pastos altos y plantas potencialmente diminutas. Se recomienda usar pantalones
largos y mangas largas. Traiga una botella de agua llena y un refrigerio. También
puede traer una manta o sillas plegables para sentarse en el césped.
Proporcionaremos: Toda las instrucciones y los materiales necesarios para las
actividades. Si tiene su propia mosquitera, puede traerla. También podemos ofrecer
el pago de tarifas de autobús de ida y vuelta al evento. Comuníquese con
info@jcwc.org para organizar la tarifa del autobús.
Salud y seguridad: Seguiremos las directrices actuales de la Autoridad Sanitaria de
Oregon. Quédese en casa si tiene síntomas de alguna enfermedad contagiosa o si
ha tenido contacto recientemente con alguien que presente síntomas de alguna
enfermedad.
Los niños son bienvenidos: Este evento es ideal para niños de todas las edades.
Accesibilidad: Este evento puede requerir estar de pie, sentado o en cuclillas
durante periodos prolongados. Habrá asientos limitados y sombra disponibles. La
actividad de captura de libélulas se llevará a cabo en y alrededor de un estanque de
aguas de lluvia con orillas de pendiente leve a plana. Habrá un baño portátil
disponible.
¡Confirme su asistencia haciendo clic aquí para que sepamos cuántas personas
podemos esperar!

Instrucciones: Los Estanques de Tegart se encuentran en la esquina de SW 43rd
St y SW Brixton Ave en Gresham. La dirección más cercana es 4293 SW Brixton
Ave, Gresham.
Transporte público: No se puede acceder fácilmente a este sitio en transporte
público. Tome el autobús #9 (Portland/Gresham TC) hacia W Powell y SW Duniway.
Cambie al autobús #82 (Gresham Village) y baje en SW Heiney & Binford Lake.
Camine aproximadamente 1.5 millas hacia el sur por Wonderview Dr., SW 27th D.,
SW Mawcrest Ave, SW Willow Pkwy, SW 31st St, SW Tegart Ave, SW 38th St y SW
Brixton Ave. Tome el sendero de acceso desde la esquina de SW Brixton y SW 43rd
sur hasta el sendero del humedal.
En bicicleta: Tome el sendero Springwater Corridor hasta SW Highland Dr. Siga por
SW Highland Dr hacia el sur (se convertirá en SW Pleasant View Dr y luego en SE
190th Dr) durante aproximadamente 1.5 millas. Gire a la izquierda (este) hacia SW
Butler Rd, luego a la derecha en SW Tegart Ave, a la izquierda en SW 38th y a la
derecha en SW Brixton Ave. Encuentre el camino de acceso a los humedales en la
esquina de SW Brixton Ave y SE 43rd St.
En coche: Tome SE Powell Blvd (desde Portland) o W Powell Blvd (desde Gresham)
/Hwy 26 hasta SW Highland Dr. Gire hacia el sur hacia SW Highland Dr (se
convertirá en SW Pleasant View Dr y luego en SE 190th Dr). Gire a la izquierda en
SW 41st St y luego a la derecha en SW Brixton Ave. Estaciónese a lo largo de SW
43rd St (¡por favor, respete las entradas de nuestros vecinos!).
Gracias a nuestros financiadores y socios por apoyar la salud de las cuencas
hidrográficas. El Fondo de la Familia Mintkeski de la Fundación Comunitaria de Oregon,
la Ciudad de Gresham y el Distrito de Conservación de Suelos y Aguas de East
Multnomah.
