Opportunities From: Portland Parks & Recreation

Volunteer: Marquam Nature Park Stewardship Event

Project Description:

Join Portland Parks & Recreation and Forest Park Conservancy to remove noxious weeds, plant native plants and other stewardship tasks in Marquam Nature Park. By removing noxious weeds, encouraging natural regeneration and planting a diversity of native plant species we help to enhance wildlife habitat, reduce erosion and limit water runoff. This is a great way to get outside and enjoy nature!

Please bring your own water bottle, wear closed toe shoes, and dress for the weather. Instructions, tools, and gloves will be provided. For the safety of staff and other volunteers, please stay home if you are feeling sick.

Please register ahead of time by selecting “respond” for an individual and “respond for a team” to register more than one person. If you are not comfortable creating a login to register for any reason, please reach out to monica.walker@portlandoregon.gov and we can help you get registered.

Meeting location: The meeting location will differ for each date. A detailed description of the meeting location and map link will be sent to all registered participants the day before the event. 

Children are welcome if accompanied by an attentive adult.

Accessibility:  This event will require bending over and walking on uneven surfaces. A portable restroom will be available at this site. 

Thank you for helping to keep Portland parks healthy and beautiful! Below are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event.

Program: Natural Areas and Trails

Project Description:

Join Portland Parks & Recreation and Forest Park Conservancy to remove noxious weeds, plant native plants and other stewardship tasks in Marquam Nature Park. By removing noxious weeds, encouraging natural regeneration and planting a diversity of native plant species we help to enhance wildlife habitat, reduce erosion and limit water runoff. This is a great way to get outside and enjoy nature!

Please bring your own water bottle, wear closed toe shoes, and dress for the weather. Instructions, tools, and gloves will be provided. For the safety of staff and other volunteers, please stay home if you are feeling sick.

Please register ahead of time by selecting “respond” for an individual and “respond for a team” to register more than one person. If you are not comfortable creating a login to register for any reason, please reach out to monica.walker@portlandoregon.gov and we can help you get registered.

Meeting location: The meeting location will differ for each date. A detailed description of the meeting location and map link will be sent to all registered participants the day before the event. 

Children are welcome if accompanied by an attentive adult.

Accessibility:  This event will require bending over and walking on uneven surfaces. A portable restroom will be available at this site. 

Thank you for helping to keep Portland parks healthy and beautiful! Below are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event.

Program: Natural Areas and Trails

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97201

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Terwilliger Parkway Stewardship Event

Project details
Join Portland Parks & Recreation and Friends of Terwilliger to enhance habitat in the Terwilliger Parkway wildlands. Together we will remove noxious weeds, including English ivy, clematis and Himalayan/Armenian blackberry. We will also plant native plants at select winter events. By removing invasively growing, non-native plant species and planting a diversity of native plants, we support wildlife habitat and prevent erosion and water runoff. 

Please bring your own water bottle, wear closed toe shoes, and dress for the weather. Instructions, tools, and gloves will be provided. For the safety of staff and other volunteers, please stay home if you are feeling sick

Please register ahead of time by selecting “respond” for an individual or “respond for a team” to register more than one person. If you are not comfortable creating a login to register for any reason, please reach out to monica.walker@portlandoregon.gov and we can help you get registered.

Questions? For more information contact Monica Walker at Monica.Walker@portlandoregon.gov or call/text 503-823-8367

Meeting location: The meeting location will differ for each scheduled date. An exact meeting location will be emailed to registered volunteers the day before the event. 

Children are welcome if accompanied by an attentive adult.

Accessibility:  This event will require bending over and walking on uneven surfaces. A portable restroom will be available at this site. 

Thank you for helping to keep Portland parks healthy and beautiful! Below are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event.

Program: Natural Areas and Trails

Project details
Join Portland Parks & Recreation and Friends of Terwilliger to enhance habitat in the Terwilliger Parkway wildlands. Together we will remove noxious weeds, including English ivy, clematis and Himalayan/Armenian blackberry. We will also plant native plants at select winter events. By removing invasively growing, non-native plant species and planting a diversity of native plants, we support wildlife habitat and prevent erosion and water runoff. 

Please bring your own water bottle, wear closed toe shoes, and dress for the weather. Instructions, tools, and gloves will be provided. For the safety of staff and other volunteers, please stay home if you are feeling sick

Please register ahead of time by selecting “respond” for an individual or “respond for a team” to register more than one person. If you are not comfortable creating a login to register for any reason, please reach out to monica.walker@portlandoregon.gov and we can help you get registered.

Questions? For more information contact Monica Walker at Monica.Walker@portlandoregon.gov or call/text 503-823-8367

Meeting location: The meeting location will differ for each scheduled date. An exact meeting location will be emailed to registered volunteers the day before the event. 

Children are welcome if accompanied by an attentive adult.

Accessibility:  This event will require bending over and walking on uneven surfaces. A portable restroom will be available at this site. 

Thank you for helping to keep Portland parks healthy and beautiful! Below are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event.

Program: Natural Areas and Trails

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97239

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Marshall Park Stewardship Event

Project details
Join Portland Parks & Recreation and Marshall Park Neighborhood Association to remove noxious weeds and plant native plants in Marshall Park. The main stem of Tryon Creek flows through the park and supports a healthy population of coastal cutthroat trout. Removing invasively growing species and planting a diversity of native plants enhances wildlife habitat, encourages regeneration of native species and prevents erosion and water runoff. This is a great way to get outside and enjoy nature. 

Please bring your own water bottle, wear closed toe shoes, and dress for the weather. Instructions, tools, and gloves will be provided. For the safety of staff and other volunteers, please stay home if you are feeling sick.

Please register ahead of time by selecting “respond” for an individual or “respond for a team” to register more than one person. If you are not comfortable creating a login to register for any reason, please reach out to monica.walker@portlandoregon.gov and we can help you get registered.

Questions? For more information contact Monica Walker at Monica.Walker@portlandoregon.gov or call/text 503-823-8367

Meeting location: The meeting location will differ for each scheduled date. An exact meeting location will be emailed to registered volunteers the day before the event. 

Children are welcome if accompanied by an attentive adult.

Accessibility:  This event will require bending over and walking on uneven surfaces. A portable restroom will be available at this site. 

Thank you for helping to keep Portland parks healthy and beautiful! Below are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event.

Program: Natural Areas and Trails

Project details
Join Portland Parks & Recreation and Marshall Park Neighborhood Association to remove noxious weeds and plant native plants in Marshall Park. The main stem of Tryon Creek flows through the park and supports a healthy population of coastal cutthroat trout. Removing invasively growing species and planting a diversity of native plants enhances wildlife habitat, encourages regeneration of native species and prevents erosion and water runoff. This is a great way to get outside and enjoy nature. 

Please bring your own water bottle, wear closed toe shoes, and dress for the weather. Instructions, tools, and gloves will be provided. For the safety of staff and other volunteers, please stay home if you are feeling sick.

Please register ahead of time by selecting “respond” for an individual or “respond for a team” to register more than one person. If you are not comfortable creating a login to register for any reason, please reach out to monica.walker@portlandoregon.gov and we can help you get registered.

Questions? For more information contact Monica Walker at Monica.Walker@portlandoregon.gov or call/text 503-823-8367

Meeting location: The meeting location will differ for each scheduled date. An exact meeting location will be emailed to registered volunteers the day before the event. 

Children are welcome if accompanied by an attentive adult.

Accessibility:  This event will require bending over and walking on uneven surfaces. A portable restroom will be available at this site. 

Thank you for helping to keep Portland parks healthy and beautiful! Below are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event.

Program: Natural Areas and Trails

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97219

Allow Groups: Yes