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SUMMARY:Creek Crew Leader Training Part 1: Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Registration for Creek Crew is closed for 2023. If you are interested in volunteering please check out the other events on our calendar.\nWhen:\nOnline Webinar\, Thursday January 5th 6 – 7:30pm\nIn-person Training\, Saturday January 7th 10am-1pm\n(Please plan to attend both) \nWhere:\nThursday Webinar: Zoom\nSaturday In-person Training: Powell Butte Nature Park \nWhat are Creek Crew Leaders:\nOur 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!\n \nCreek Crew leaders choose at least 4 volunteer days a year to help JCWC staff and partner organizations 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 (in March) and the Johnson Creek Clean-Up (in August). \nJCWC’s Creek Crew expands our capacity for facilitating restoration events throughout the year – we couldn’t do it without you! \nWhy be a Creek Crew Leader: \n-Have fun outdoors with cool people!\n-Develop and practice leadership skills\n-Learn about ecology and restoration practices\n-Make friends and professional connections from different backgrounds\n-Gain familiarity with Pacific Northwest plant and animal species\n-Get a reference for applications to college\, jobs\, or scholarships\n-Receive sweet Johnson Creek swag \nWho are Creek Crew Leaders:  \n-A new or returning Johnson Creek Watershed Council volunteer\n-Over 18 – OR – you are under 18 but paired with a parent or guardian as a Creek Crew team\n-Excited to attend at least 4 volunteer events (especially Watershed Wide Event\, March 4th and/or Johnson Creek Cleanup in August)\n-Able to fill out a Portland Parks and Recreation (PP&R) code of conduct\, volunteer application\, and background check \n* 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 Monica@jcwc.org and we can discuss your options! \nHow do I join? \nIt’s a 3 step process  \nFirst: 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.\n–>\nTraining Part 1: Webinar training on Thursday January 5th from 6pm-7:30pm\nWhen 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)\n–>\nTraining Part 2: Hands-On training\, Saturday January 7th from 10am-1pm. Details will be sent to you after you complete the webinar.\n(This is the part where you get to make friends\, get leadership practice\, and get sweet JCWC swag!) \nReach out to Monica@jcwc.org if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you there! \nA 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.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/creek-crew-leader-training-part-1-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Volunteer Event
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DTSTAMP:20260408T225719
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SUMMARY:Creek Crew Leader Training Part 2: Hands-on
DESCRIPTION:Registration for Creek Crew is closed for 2023. If you are interested in volunteering please check out the other events on our calendar.\nWhen:\nOnline Webinar\, Thursday January 5th 6 – 7:30pm\nHands-on Training\, Saturday January 7th 10am-1pm\n(Please plan to attend both) \nWhere:\nThursday Webinar: Zoom\nSaturday In-person Training: Powell Butte Nature Park \nWhat are Creek Crew Leaders:\nOur 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!\n \nCreek Crew leaders choose at least 4 volunteer days a year to help JCWC staff and partner organizations 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 (in March) and the Johnson Creek Clean-Up (in August). \nJCWC’s Creek Crew expands our capacity for facilitating restoration events throughout the year – we couldn’t do it without you! \nWhy be a Creek Crew Leader: \n-Have fun outdoors with cool people!\n-Develop and practice leadership skills\n-Learn about ecology and restoration practices\n-Make friends and professional connections from different backgrounds\n-Gain familiarity with Pacific Northwest plant and animal species\n-Get a reference for applications to college\, jobs\, or scholarships\n-Receive sweet Johnson Creek swag \nWho are Creek Crew Leaders:  \n-A new or returning Johnson Creek Watershed Council volunteer\n-Over 18 – OR – you are under 18 but paired with a parent or guardian as a Creek Crew team\n-Excited to attend at least 4 volunteer events (especially Watershed Wide Event\, March 4th and/or Johnson Creek Cleanup in August)\n-Able to fill out a Portland Parks and Recreation (PP&R) code of conduct\, volunteer application\, and background check\n \n* 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 Monica@jcwc.org and we can discuss your options! \nHow do I join? \nIt’s a 3 step process  \nFirst: 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.\n–>\nTraining Part 1: Webinar training on Thursday January 5th from 6pm-7:30pm\nWhen 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)\n–>\nTraining Part 2: Hands-On training\, Saturday January 7th from 10am-1pm. Details will be sent to you after you complete the webinar.\n(This is the part where you get to make friends\, get leadership practice\, and get sweet JCWC swag!) \nReach out to Monica@jcwc.org if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you there! \nA 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.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/creek-crew-leader-training-part-2-hands-on-2/
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Volunteer Event
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SUMMARY:Habitat Enhancement at Leach Botanical Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us in removing invasive weeds from the Leach Botanical Garden! This work helps to create new spaces and supports our collaborative Back 5 educational project. No experience necessary! \nThe 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 invasive weeds. The garden needs your help to become a healthy ecosystem again! \nClick here to RSVP\nWhat: Invasive species removal\, grubbing\, and weeding. \nWhen: Wednesday\, January 11th\, 2023\, 9am-12pm \nWhere: Leach Botanical Garden (see directions below) \nWhat to bring: Bring a filled water bottle and snacks. You’re welcome to bring gloves and tools\, if you want to use your own. \nWhat to wear: 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.  \nWhat we provide: Gloves\, tools\, and instruction on how to safely use tools and remove invasive weeds. \nChildren 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 \nClick here to RSVP\n  \nDirections to site: \nBy 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. \nBy 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. \nBy 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! \nThank 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.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/habitat-enhancement-at-leach-botanical-garden-13/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Event,Volunteer Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230114T120000
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SUMMARY:Habitat Enhancement at Kingsley D. Bundy Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Portland Parks & Recreation and Pleasant Valley Neighborhood Association to plant native plants on this little hidden park next to Johnson Creek. Planting native plants provides food and shelter for wildlife such as birds\, coyotes and deer. Check out the Creek in its winter glory\, and keep your eye out for wildlife as you volunteer alongside other community members—everyone welcome\, and no experience necessary! \n  \nCLICK HERE TO RSVP\n  \nWhat: Planting 350-400 native plants to provide habitat for wildlife. There will be a short tour of the site at the end of the event.  \n  \nWhen: Saturday\, January 14th\, from 9am-12 noon \n  \nWhere: Kingsley D. Bundy Park (directions below) \n  \nHow 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 and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Bring a filled water bottle and a snack. \n  \nWe will provide: Gloves\, all necessary tools and instruction. We can also provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact marissa@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare. We will provide hot drinks and snacks!! \n  \nCovid-19 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. \n  \nChildren are permitted: Children are welcome at this event if accompanied by an attentive adult. \n  \nAccessibility: This event may require standing or squatting/kneeling for long periods of time\, walking over uneven ground\, bending and lifting heavy objects. We are working to make a portable bathroom accessible for this event\, but please be prepared to not have a bathroom available.  \n  \nCLICK HERE TO RSVP\n  \nDirections to the site \nMeet at: Kingsley D. Bundy Park. Here is the Google link to the actual meeting (not parking!) location: 45°28’30.8″N 122°31’05.0″W – Google Maps. \n  \nImportant to read: Park is located on SE 141 st Avenue\, south of SE Foster Road. SE 141st Avenue is a dirt road. There is no parking lot or space for cars at the Park entrance. So\, we ask that you park either directly alongside Foster Road (approximate link to area: 45°28’37.3″N 122°31’03.1″W – Google Maps) or on SE 142 nd Avenue\, south of Foster Road. Please be sure to not block neighbors’ driveways. Then\, walk ¼ mile down SE 141st Avenue (heading south) to the Park meeting site. Look for signs\, which will be put up ½ hour before the event. We will put up a “Volunteer Parking” sign alongside SE Foster Road and a “Volunteer Event” sign that will point you down SE 141st Avenue to the Park\, so that you know which direction to walk. \n  \nTri-met bus:  Tri-met does not have a bus or train station near this park. The nearest stop is: #73 (Saturdays SE 122nd & SE Foster stop) \n  \nBike/Walk the Springwater Corridor trail to the meeting location: \nwww.PortlandOregon.gov/parks/springwatermap \n  \nThank 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.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/habitat-enhancement-at-kingsley-d-bundy-park/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Event,Volunteer Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230116T120000
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SUMMARY:Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Restoration and Reflection
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT IS FULL. REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS ONLY.\nDr. Martin Luther King Junior dedicated his life to advancing civil rights and fighting racism and oppression. To honor his legacy\, we will participate in reflective conversations and activities in addition to restoring habitat. \nWe know that groups often look for service opportunities on Dr. MLK Jr. day\, and our organization has long held an event on this day of service. \nIf you are part of a group that would like to participate\, we encourage and will prioritize offering this event to groups who choose to volunteer AND DONATE to a BIPOC led group working for racial justice.  \nNot sure who to support? Register now and receive an emailed list of suggested organizations.  \nWhen: Monday January 16th\, 2022 10am-12pm \nHow 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 and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Bring a filled water bottle and a snack. \nWe will provide: Gloves\, all necessary tools and instruction. We can also provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact monica@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare. We will provide hot drinks and snacks!! \nDirections: \nRegistered participants will receive directions the day before the event. Please do not show up if you are not registered. \nA 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. \nTHIS EVENT IS FULL. REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS ONLY.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/dr-martin-luther-king-jr-day-of-restoration-and-reflection/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Event,Volunteer Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230119T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T225719
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SUMMARY:Lichen Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Lichen Walk Part 1: Live Webinar\nJoin us for an educational webinar on common lichen found in the Johnson Creek Watershed. This webinar is open to everyone and does not require registration. The webinar is recommended to prepare those attending the Lichen Walk on January 21st at Foster Floodplain. To register for the Lichen Walk\, click on the link below. \nWhen: January 19\, 2023 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) \nTopic: Lichen \nZoom link: Please click the link below to join the webinar: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/83705815496 \nOr One tap mobile : \nUS: +16699009128\,\,83705815496# \nOr Telephone: \nUS: +1 669 900 9128 \n  \nLichen Walk Part 2: Foster Floodplain\n  \nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED\, PLEASE CLICK TO RSVP for the Lichen Walk Here for 9-10:00 am and Here for 10:30-11:30 am. \nWhat: Lichen walk \nWhen: Saturday\, January 21st\, 2023\, 9-10:00 am \nWhere: Foster Floodplain (directions below). \nHow 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. \nWhat to bring: Bring a hand lens or magnifying glass to view details of lichen (some will be available for use). You’re welcome to bring a filled water bottle and any snacks you may need. \nPlease note that there are no restrooms at Foster Floodplain! \nAccessibility: This event may require standing for long periods\, walking over uneven ground. \nCLICK TO RSVP for the Lichen Walk Here for 9-10:00 am and Here for 10:30-11:30 am. \nDirections: \nFoster Floodplain Natural Area \nFront entrance \nClosest address: 10602 SE Foster Rd\, Portland\, OR \nBy transit: Take route # 10 or #73 to SE 107th & Foster\, then walk about 0.5 miles east on SE Foster Rd.  Or\, walk about 0.75 miles east on SE Foster Rd. from the Lents Town Center/Foster Rd MAX station. \nBy bike: Bike east on Foster Rd. to the small parking lot between 103rd Place and 107th Ave. Or take the Springwater Corridor Trail to the Foster Road crossing\, turn right on SE Foster Rd.\, then turn immediately right again into the small parking lot. \nBy car: Take SE Foster Rd. east and park in the small parking on the south side of Foster Road between 103rd Place and 107th Ave. Meet at the foot of the footbridge near the parking lot. \nThank 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.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/lichen-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230121T233000
DTSTAMP:20260408T225719
CREATED:20221216T215127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T233810Z
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SUMMARY:Lichen Walk at Foster Floodplain
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Foster Floodplain on January 21st as we identify common lichen common to the Johnson Creek Watershed. Because space is limited\, there will be two signup times\, 9-10:00 & 10:30-11:30. It is recommended to attend the live webinar on Thursday\, January 19th to familiarize yourself with lichen before the walk.  \nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Sign up Here for 9-10:00 am and Here for 10:30-11:30 am. \nWhat: Educational Lichen Walk. \nWhen: Saturday\, January 21st\, 2023\, 9-10:00 am \nWhere: Foster Floodplain Natural Area (see directions below) \nWhat to bring: Bring a hand lens or magnifying glass to view details of lichen (some will be available for use). You’re welcome to bring a filled water bottle and any snacks you may need.  \nWhat to wear: Dress for the weather! Wear comfortable walking shoes that you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a raincoat or a hat and sunscreen\, as appropriate. \nPlease note that there are no restrooms at Foster Floodplain! \n  \nRSVP  Here for 9-10:00 am and Here for 10:30-11:30 am. \n  \nDirections to site:  \nFoster Floodplain Natural Area \nLOCATION: SE 104th & Foster and SE 108th AVE & SE Cooper St \nTRANSIT: By transit: Take route # 10 or #73 to SE 107th & Foster. Visit https://trimet.org/. Or you can bike there on the Springwater Trail!  \n  \nThank 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.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/lichen-walk-at-foster-floodplain/
LOCATION:Foster Floodplains Natural Area\, SE Foster Road at SE 104th \, Portland\, OR\, 97266
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230126T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230126T193000
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SUMMARY:EVENT FULL - Amphibian Egg Mass Surveys Online Training
DESCRIPTION:Join Johnson Creek Watershed Council and the City of Gresham in an effort to track amphibians in Gresham’s stormwater ponds! Surveyors will spend time wading through stormwater ponds collecting data on amphibian egg masses of four different native species. These surveys are part of a regional effort to help us learn more about amphibians and their habitats to inform conservation and restoration plans. \n\n \n\nWhat: Amphibian Egg Mass Surveys in Gresham\n\nWhen & Where: \n\nOnline Training – January 26th 6:00-7:30. A Zoom link will be sent to you after registering. \n\nField Training and Gear Pick-up – January 28th 10:00-12:00. Brickworks Stormwater Pond in SE Gresham\, parking and access instructions will be emailed to you after registration. \n\nBoth training sessions are required.\n\n \n\nSurvey Season – Survey groups of 2-4 people will visit the assigned site(s) 3 times throughout Feb. and March .\n\nSurveys involve systematically wading through ponds and gathering data on amphibian egg masses. Surveys can take between 30 minutes and 2 hours.\n\n \n\nVolunteers need no prior experience or equipment. All will be provided. If you have your own walking stick\, waders\, and polarized sunglasses you are welcome to bring them. \n\n \n\nTraining will include:\n\n 	 How to identify an egg mass of Pacific chorus and red-legged frogs\, and Northwestern & long-toed salamanders\n 	 Survey techniques\n 	 Field methods and safety\n\n \n\nCovid-19 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.\n\n \n\nChildren are permitted at some sites: Most surveys require wading in ponds and mud that ranges from ankle deep to waist deep. Some accommodations can be made. Youth 10 years old and older are welcome if accompanied by an attentive adult.\n\n \n\nAccessibility: These surveys require wading in ponds and mud that ranges from ankle deep to waist deep. During the training we will review the relative difficulty of each survey site which you may take into consideration when choosing which site you would like to survey. In general surveyors should be sure-footed and able to walk and stand for up to 2 hours. Bathrooms are not available at most survey sites. \n\n \n\nFAQ’s\n\nDo I need to sign-up with another person? Nope! If you sign-up solo we will assign you a survey group.\n\nIf I want to sign-up with another person do they also have to register? Yes\, everyone in your group should register so we have an accurate count of surveyors and can make sure everyone gets gear.\n\nHow many hours do I need to volunteer? Including training\, about 5 to 8 hours depending on drive distance.\n\nCan children volunteer? Most sites are relatively shallow\, but are best for kids 10 and up.\n\nHow are monitoring sites assigned? There are about 12-15 sites that we hope to monitor around the Gresham/Fairview area. Site locations and descriptions are presented at the training and people can select first\, second\, third choice or no preference and we will match everyone by preference as best we can.\n\n \n\nA huge thank you to the City of Gresham for helping to organize this event and to our generous funders that make the volunteer program possible. Thank you to the Mintkeski Family Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation\, Portland General Electric\, City of Gresham\, Clackamas Water Environment Services\, and City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/amphibian-egg-mass-surveys/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230128T120000
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SUMMARY:EVENT FULL - Amphibian Egg Mass Surveys Field Training
DESCRIPTION:Join Johnson Creek Watershed Council and the City of Gresham in an effort to track amphibians in Gresham’s stormwater ponds! Surveyors will spend time wading through stormwater ponds collecting data on amphibian egg masses of four different native species. These surveys are part of a regional effort to help us learn more about amphibians and their habitats to inform conservation and restoration plans.  \n  \nWhat: Amphibian Egg Mass Surveys in Gresham \nWhen & Where:  \nOnline Training – January 26th 6:00-7:30. A Zoom link will be sent to you after registering.  \nField Training and Gear Pick-up – January 28th 10:00-12:00. Brickworks Stormwater Pond in SE Gresham\, parking and access instructions will be emailed to you after registration.  \n  \nBoth training sessions are required. \n  \nSurvey Season – Survey groups of 2-4 people will visit the assigned site(s) 3 times throughout Feb. and March . \nSurveys involve systematically wading through ponds and gathering data on amphibian egg masses. Surveys can take between 30 minutes and 2 hours. \n  \nVolunteers need no prior experience or equipment. All will be provided. If you have your own walking stick\, waders\, and polarized sunglasses you are welcome to bring them.  \n  \nTraining will include: \n\n How to identify an egg mass of Pacific chorus and red-legged frogs\, and Northwestern & long-toed salamanders\n Survey techniques\n Field methods and safety\n\n  \nCovid-19 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. \n  \nChildren are permitted at some sites: Most surveys require wading in ponds and mud that ranges from ankle deep to waist deep. Some accommodations can be made. Youth 10 years old and older are welcome if accompanied by an attentive adult. \n  \nAccessibility: These surveys require wading in ponds and mud that ranges from ankle deep to waist deep. During the training we will review the relative difficulty of each survey site which you may take into consideration when choosing which site you would like to survey. In general surveyors should be sure-footed and able to walk and stand for up to 2 hours. Bathrooms are not available at most survey sites.  \n  \nFAQ’s \n  \nDo I need to sign-up with another person? Nope! If you sign-up solo we will assign you a survey group. \n  \nIf I want to sign-up with another person do they also have to register? Yes\, everyone in your group should register so we have an accurate count of surveyors and can make sure everyone gets gear. \n  \nHow many hours do I need to volunteer? Including training\, about 5 to 8 hours depending on drive distance. \n  \nCan children volunteer? Most sites are relatively shallow\, but are best for kids 10 and up. \n  \nHow are monitoring sites assigned? There are about 12-15 sites that we hope to monitor around the Gresham/Fairview area. Site locations and descriptions are presented at the training and people can select first\, second\, third choice or no preference and we will match everyone by preference as best we can. \n  \nA huge thank you to the City of Gresham for helping to organize this event and to our generous funders that make the volunteer program possible. Thank you to the Mintkeski Family Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation\, Portland General Electric\, City of Gresham\, Clackamas Water Environment Services\, and City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/amphibian-egg-mass-surveys-field-training/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Event
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