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SUMMARY:Habitat Enhancement and BBQ at Tideman Johnson
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of Tideman Johnson Park and the Johnson Creek Watershed Council for a morning of stewardship and habitat enhancement! Tideman Johnson is a small but sweet park along Johnson Creek and the Springwater Corridor Trail in SE Portland. No experience necessary! \nRSVP HERE!\nWhen: Saturday\, June 3rd\,  9am-12pm(first Saturday of the month). Stay afterwards to enjoy the end of the season BBQ! \nWhat: Native plantings\, litter pickup\, and invasive weed removal. Tasks may shift as needs change on the site \nHow 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. \nWhat 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 info@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare. \nHealth 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. \nChildren 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. \nAccessibility: 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.  \nRSVP HERE !\nDIRECTIONS TO SITE \nBy 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. \nBy bike: follow the Springwater Corridor Trail to the junction with the Johnson Creek boardwalk. \nBy 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. \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\, East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District\, Portland Parks & Recreation\, and Friends of Tideman Johnson. \n 
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/habitat-enhancement-at-tideman-johnson-16/
LOCATION:Tideman Johnson Natural Area\, SE 37th Ave & Tenino St \, Portland\, OR\, 97202
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Event,Volunteer Event
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SUMMARY:Watershed Discovery Day
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn more about what a watershed is and what you can do to improve the water quality in one? Pack a picnic lunch\, hop on public transit\, bike\, or drive\, and join us Saturday\, June 10th at Kellogg Creek Park as we partner with Clackamas Water Environment Services\, World Salmon Council\, Depave\, SOLVE\, and Bob’s Red Mill for a family friendly day of learning about and caring for a healthy Johnson Creek Watershed. \n\nKick off the day picking up litter with SOLVE around Kellogg Creek Park and then join us at Kellogg Creek Park for family fun. Don’t forget to bring a picnic to enjoy with family and friends. Follow your very own Watershed Discovery Day passport to multiple family-friendly booths to discover how you can contribute to healthy streams\, protect wildlife in your neighborhood\, and win prizes.  Collect a passport stamp from each booth for a bonus giveaway!\n\n \n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER TO RECEIVE UPDATES ABOUT THIS EVENT\n\n \n\nWe will have lots of fun booths and activities to visit!\n\n \n\nClackamas Water Environment Services believes in a clean water future where all people benefit and rivers thrive. Stop by our booth to have some watershed fun and learn what you can do to become a clean water champion.\n\n \n\n\n\nLearn how you can help protect wild salmon in our rivers\, and discover the life cycle of these resilient fish at World Salmon Council’s booth!\n\n \n\nPractice cleaning up with the litter grabbers and test your skills at finding plastics in sand. Don’t forget the stickers and bookmarks while guessing how much litter is in our jar.\n\n \n\n\n\nDiscover the importance of vegetation along the creek as you plant your own seeds in a take home compostable pot and explore the salmon journey with a fun salmon obstacle course at the JCWC booth.\n\n\n        \n\n\n\nPavement isn’t permanent. The runoff model demonstrates the benefits of depaving\, and returning our urban environment to a more beautiful and natural stormwater runoff management system\, beneficial to people and the environment.\n\n \n\nEnjoy a healthy snack from Bob’s Red Mill at the Clackamas Water Environment Services booth.\n\n \n\n \n\nWhat: Remove litter with our partner SOLVE around Kellogg Creek Park! Afterwards\, walk over for a family-friendly day of watershed discovery while picnicking in Kellogg Creek Park! Attend one or both parts of the event! \n\n*1:00-1:45 pm Walking Tour to Johnson Creek Confluence – meet at the JCWC booth (around .5 mile each way)\n\nWhen: Saturday\, June 10th\, clean up with SOLVE 9-11:00 am followed by a family friendly Watershed Discovery Day event 11-2:00 pm\n\nWhere: Kellogg Creek Park – 11525 SE McLoughlin Blvd\, Milwaukie\, Oregon (directions below).\n\nHow to prepare: This event will happen rain or shine\, so dress for the weather: rain coat\, warm layers\, sun hat\, and sunscreen as necessary. Bring a filled water bottle\, a picnic lunch\, and a blanket or chairs to sit on.\n\nWe will provide: Gloves\, high vis-vests\, trash bags\, and all necessary tools for the cleanup will be provided by SOLVE. \n\nHealth 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.\n\nChildren are welcomed!: Children are welcome at this event if accompanied by an attentive adult. \n\nAccessibility: If you are participating in the clean up with SOLVE\, this event may require walking over uneven ground. Restrooms will be provided\, but may not be wheelchair accessible. \n\n \n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER TO RECEIVE UPDATES ABOUT THIS EVENT\n\n \n\nDirections:  Parking is limited! so consider carpooling\, taking public transit\, walking\, or biking to Kellogg Creek Park! Street address: 11525 SE McLoughlin Blvd\, Milwaukie\, Oregon; Kellogg Creek Water Resource Recovery Facility\n\nBy transit: Take the MAX Orange Line to Milwaukie/Main St. Walk 9 minutes to 11525 SE McLoughlin Blvd or take the bus to SE 21st & Washington (i.d.7136) served by the 29\, 32\, 33\, and 34 buses.\n\nBy bike: See bike map below or click here for map.\n\nBy car: DO NOT PARK IN THE BOAT TRAILER PARKING SPACES! Please use this address for the event: 11525 SE McLoughlin Blvd\, Milwaukie\, Oregon Link to Google Maps. Parking at the event is limited and we’re asking everyone to park in the City of Milwaukie’s downtown parking lot.\n\nThank you to our generous funders and partners Clackamas Water Environmental Services\, North Clackamas Parks and Recreation District and Bob’s Red Mill. \n\n 
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/watershed-discovery-day/
LOCATION:Kellogg Creek Park\, 11525 SE McLoughlin Blvd\, Milwaukie\, OR\, United States
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SUMMARY:Habitat Enhancement with Crystal Springs Partnership
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO RSVP\nThank you for signing up for the Habitat Enhancement with the Crystal Springs Partnership. This project was started with grant funds from the city of Portland that were awarded when Crystal Springs was designated the first urban Salmon Sanctuary! \nWhat: We will be weeding and mulching the riparian area just beyond the driving range. \nWhen: Sunday\, June 11th\, 9:AM-noon \nWhere: Eastmoreland Golf Course\, 2425 SE Bybee Blvd. Meet behind the club house. \nHow to prepare: No experience necessary! Wear thick pants\, a long sleeve shirt\, and sturdy\, close-toed shoes. Dress for the weather and bring a full water bottle. \nWhat we provide: Tools and Refreshments provided. Bring gloves and water. \nChildren 12+ are welcome: Everyone! 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. \nHealth 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. \nDirections: By Transit: Get off Bus 19 at the Bybee MAX Station stop or take the MAX! \nCLICK HERE TO RSVP
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/habitat-enhancement-with-crystal-springs-partnership/
CATEGORIES: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\, June 14th\, 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\, close-toed 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. We can also provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact info@jcwc.org to arrange bus fare. \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 \nHealth 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. \nAccessibility: 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.  \nClick here to RSVP\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-20/
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SUMMARY:FULL - Dragonfly and Damselfly Survey Orientation
DESCRIPTION: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. \nNo 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! \nWhen: Orientation –  June 17th\, 9am-4pm\, with an hour lunch break. \nSurvey Season – Weekends from June 24th to October 14th. Surveys are self scheduled with your survey group. \nWhere: Indoor orientation – June 17th\, 9am-12pm\, Gresham Council Chambers\, directions emailed after RSVP.  \nOutdoor orientation – June 17th\, 1pm-4pm\, Tegart Lane pond\, corner of SW Brixton Ave and SW 43rd St in Gresham\, more directions will be provided at the indoor training.  \nSurvey Season – surveys will take place at 3 stormwater ponds in SW Gresham and Brookside Wetlands in Portland  \n  \nBOTH indoor and outdoor orientations are required to participate \n  \nTime commitment: Orientation – 6 hours \nSurvey Season – Sign-up for 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) \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\, 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! \nWe 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.  \nHealth 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. \nChildren are welcome to participate in surveys. Anyone under the age of 16 is required to be accompanied by an attentive adult.  \nAccessibility: 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.  \nBefore the training please download and sign up for iNaturalist App on your mobile device. All data collection will take place using the iNaturalist app.  \n  \nThank 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.
URL:https://www.jcwc.org/events/dragonfly-and-damselfly-survey-orientation/
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