Opportunities From: Portland Parks & Recreation

Volunteer: Wilkes Park Pollinator Patch Volunteer Days

Help us keep the Wilkes Park pollinator patch in bloom!

Join PP&R for a monthly, family-friendly volunteer event to help with gardening tasks like weeding, pruning, mulching, and adding new plants to the park.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about gardening and to connect with your neighbors and community. Plant care activities may vary monthly. Open to all skills and abilities, no experience is required to participate.

Click Respond to sign up! Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us.

Meeting Location

Find us by the playground!

Site Accessibility 

Activities may require bending, stooping, or kneeling close to the ground. There is a paved pathway throughout the park. Depending on the day and tasks, the surfaces to travel on may vary, but many of the tasks will be adjacent to a paved pathway.

There is an ADA accessible restroom (Portland Loo) on site. Many areas of the park have open exposure to the sun.

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please contact us. If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

If you would like to learn more about or request language access services, please contact PDX 311.

We recommend making your request as soon as possible and at least 5 business days (Monday - Friday) in advance of the event. 

Event Details and Reminders

Please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one, and any snacks you may need. Wear sturdy close-toed shoes and layers to dress for the weather.

Work looks and feels different for every body. We encourage volunteers to go at their own pace and take breaks to rest.

Keep yourself and your community safe and healthy - please stay home if you are sick. There will always be more opportunities to volunteer with us!

Volunteers may attend this event without pre-registering. If you don't sign up ahead of time, you will not be notified of event details such as cancellations or changes.

About the Park

Wilkes Park is a sweet, neighborhood park tucked away in NE Portland. This season, we are working to revive the pollinator patch! 

Parking and Transportation

Please refer to the details below for parking information. To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Look for community service to fulfill court requirements?
Please call 503-823-5121 or contact the event coordinator listed on this page. You must be registered with the program before participating in any community service.

Program: East Portland Parks

Help us keep the Wilkes Park pollinator patch in bloom!

Join PP&R for a monthly, family-friendly volunteer event to help with gardening tasks like weeding, pruning, mulching, and adding new plants to the park.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about gardening and to connect with your neighbors and community. Plant care activities may vary monthly. Open to all skills and abilities, no experience is required to participate.

Click Respond to sign up! Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us.

Meeting Location

Find us by the playground!

Site Accessibility 

Activities may require bending, stooping, or kneeling close to the ground. There is a paved pathway throughout the park. Depending on the day and tasks, the surfaces to travel on may vary, but many of the tasks will be adjacent to a paved pathway.

There is an ADA accessible restroom (Portland Loo) on site. Many areas of the park have open exposure to the sun.

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please contact us. If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

If you would like to learn more about or request language access services, please contact PDX 311.

We recommend making your request as soon as possible and at least 5 business days (Monday - Friday) in advance of the event. 

Event Details and Reminders

Please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one, and any snacks you may need. Wear sturdy close-toed shoes and layers to dress for the weather.

Work looks and feels different for every body. We encourage volunteers to go at their own pace and take breaks to rest.

Keep yourself and your community safe and healthy - please stay home if you are sick. There will always be more opportunities to volunteer with us!

Volunteers may attend this event without pre-registering. If you don't sign up ahead of time, you will not be notified of event details such as cancellations or changes.

About the Park

Wilkes Park is a sweet, neighborhood park tucked away in NE Portland. This season, we are working to revive the pollinator patch! 

Parking and Transportation

Please refer to the details below for parking information. To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Look for community service to fulfill court requirements?
Please call 503-823-5121 or contact the event coordinator listed on this page. You must be registered with the program before participating in any community service.

Program: East Portland Parks

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97230

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Earth Month at North Powellhurst Park What in the World of Weeds!

Join PP&R for a family-friendly spring stewardship event to help remove invasive ivy and dig out blackberry roots from a beloved neighborhood park in SE Portland! 

Volunteers will learn how to properly remove ivy and blackberry through manual removal. This area will be replanted with native plants when all the ivy has been removed and the soil has been rebuilt.

Click Respond to sign up! Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us!

Meeting Location

Find us at the parking lot.

Site Accessibility 

There are no restrooms or paved paths at this park. Navigating across open meadow and grass is required for this event. The surfaces are mostly even. This is a heavily shaded park, and there may be plant debris such as fallen pinecones on the grass and pathways. 

Invasive weed removal typically involves kneeling, pulling, cutting, lifting, and digging.

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please contact us.

If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

If you would like to learn more about or request language access services, please contact PDX 311.

We recommend making your request as soon as possible and at least 5 business days (Monday - Friday) in advance of the event. 

Event Details and Reminders

Please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one, and any snacks you may need. Wear sturdy close-toed shoes, clothes you don't mind getting a little dirty, and layers to dress for the weather.

Work looks and feels different for every body. We encourage volunteers to go at their own pace and take breaks to rest.

Keep yourself and your community safe and healthy - please stay home if you are sick. There will always be more opportunities to volunteer with us!

Pre-registration for this event isn't required; only registered volunteers will receive event updates, including changes or cancellation notification.

Parking and Transportation

Please refer to the details below for parking information. To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Look for community service to fulfill court requirements?
Please call 503-823-5121 or contact the event coordinator listed on this page. You must be registered with the program before participating in any community service.

Program: East Portland Parks

Join PP&R for a family-friendly spring stewardship event to help remove invasive ivy and dig out blackberry roots from a beloved neighborhood park in SE Portland! 

Volunteers will learn how to properly remove ivy and blackberry through manual removal. This area will be replanted with native plants when all the ivy has been removed and the soil has been rebuilt.

Click Respond to sign up! Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us!

Meeting Location

Find us at the parking lot.

Site Accessibility 

There are no restrooms or paved paths at this park. Navigating across open meadow and grass is required for this event. The surfaces are mostly even. This is a heavily shaded park, and there may be plant debris such as fallen pinecones on the grass and pathways. 

Invasive weed removal typically involves kneeling, pulling, cutting, lifting, and digging.

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please contact us.

If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

If you would like to learn more about or request language access services, please contact PDX 311.

We recommend making your request as soon as possible and at least 5 business days (Monday - Friday) in advance of the event. 

Event Details and Reminders

Please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one, and any snacks you may need. Wear sturdy close-toed shoes, clothes you don't mind getting a little dirty, and layers to dress for the weather.

Work looks and feels different for every body. We encourage volunteers to go at their own pace and take breaks to rest.

Keep yourself and your community safe and healthy - please stay home if you are sick. There will always be more opportunities to volunteer with us!

Pre-registration for this event isn't required; only registered volunteers will receive event updates, including changes or cancellation notification.

Parking and Transportation

Please refer to the details below for parking information. To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Look for community service to fulfill court requirements?
Please call 503-823-5121 or contact the event coordinator listed on this page. You must be registered with the program before participating in any community service.

Program: East Portland Parks

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 15, 2026

Zip Code: 97266

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Luuwit View Park Volunteer Days

Help us keep Luuwit View Park in bloom!

Join PP&R for a monthly family-friendly volunteer event to help weed, prune, mulch, and occasionally add new plants throughout the park.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about gardening and to connect with your neighbors and community. Plant care activities may vary monthly. Open to all skills and abilities, no experience is required to participate.

Click Respond to sign up! Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us!

Meeting Location

Main parking lot (off NE Fremont) near the restrooms.

Site Accessibility 

Activities may require bending, stooping, or kneeling close to the ground. There are paved and non-paved surfaces at Luuwit View. Depending on the day and tasks, the surfaces to travel on may vary. 

There are ADA accessible restrooms on site. Many areas of the park have open exposure to the sun.

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please contact us. If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

If you would like to learn more about or request language access services, please contact PDX 311.

We recommend making your request as soon as possible and at least 5 business days (Monday - Friday) in advance of the event. 

Event Details and Reminders

Please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one, and any snacks you may need. Wear sturdy close-toed shoes and layers to dress for the weather.

Work looks and feels different for every body. We encourage volunteers to go at their own pace and take breaks to rest.

Keep yourself and your community safe and healthy - please stay home if you are sick. There will always be more opportunities to volunteer with us!

Volunteers may attend this event without pre-registering. If you don't sign up ahead of time, you will not be notified of event details such as cancellations or changes.

About the Park

Luuwit (pronounced loo-wit, is the Cowlitz name for Mt. St. Helens) View Park is a beautiful greenspace in NE Portland with many amenities for park visitors.

Bees are frequent visitors to this park! They are often found buzzing around spring and summer flowers and in the grass. Bees are important beneficial pollinators. 

Parking and Transportation

Please refer to the details below for parking information. To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Look for community service to fulfill court requirements?
Please call 503-823-5121 or contact the event coordinator listed on this page. You must be registered with the program before participating in any community service.

Program: East Portland Parks

Help us keep Luuwit View Park in bloom!

Join PP&R for a monthly family-friendly volunteer event to help weed, prune, mulch, and occasionally add new plants throughout the park.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about gardening and to connect with your neighbors and community. Plant care activities may vary monthly. Open to all skills and abilities, no experience is required to participate.

Click Respond to sign up! Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us!

Meeting Location

Main parking lot (off NE Fremont) near the restrooms.

Site Accessibility 

Activities may require bending, stooping, or kneeling close to the ground. There are paved and non-paved surfaces at Luuwit View. Depending on the day and tasks, the surfaces to travel on may vary. 

There are ADA accessible restrooms on site. Many areas of the park have open exposure to the sun.

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please contact us. If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

If you would like to learn more about or request language access services, please contact PDX 311.

We recommend making your request as soon as possible and at least 5 business days (Monday - Friday) in advance of the event. 

Event Details and Reminders

Please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one, and any snacks you may need. Wear sturdy close-toed shoes and layers to dress for the weather.

Work looks and feels different for every body. We encourage volunteers to go at their own pace and take breaks to rest.

Keep yourself and your community safe and healthy - please stay home if you are sick. There will always be more opportunities to volunteer with us!

Volunteers may attend this event without pre-registering. If you don't sign up ahead of time, you will not be notified of event details such as cancellations or changes.

About the Park

Luuwit (pronounced loo-wit, is the Cowlitz name for Mt. St. Helens) View Park is a beautiful greenspace in NE Portland with many amenities for park visitors.

Bees are frequent visitors to this park! They are often found buzzing around spring and summer flowers and in the grass. Bees are important beneficial pollinators. 

Parking and Transportation

Please refer to the details below for parking information. To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Look for community service to fulfill court requirements?
Please call 503-823-5121 or contact the event coordinator listed on this page. You must be registered with the program before participating in any community service.

Program: East Portland Parks

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97230

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Earth Day Pollinator Party at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Park / Fiesta del Día de la Tierra en el área de polinizadores en el parque de Martin Luther King Jr. School

Celebrate Earth Day by bee-ing a pal to pollinators! Join us for a family-friendly community planting day at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Park!

We will be working together to install the garden beds around the sports court with native and pollinator-friendly plants. These plants will bloom, bringing new flowers, birds, butterflies, and bees to the park.

Activities will be suitable for youth and adults. 

This is a great opportunity to learn more about gardening, native plants, and to connect with your neighbors and community. Open to all skills, paces, and abilities, no experience is required to participate.

Snacks and beverages will be provided.

If you would like to RSVP, click Respond to sign up! To RSVP for more than one person, click “Respond as a Team”. Pre-registration isn't required, and volunteers are welcome to drop in. Thanks for your interest in volunteering with us!

Meeting Location

The garden beds by the sports court in the northwest section of the park.

Site Accessibility 

The areas where we will be working have sections that are directly adjacent to the paved sidewalk. Planting activities typically require some digging, kneeling, and stooping. The area has open exposure to the sun.

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please contact us.

If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

If you would like to learn more about or request language access services, please contact PDX 311.

We recommend making your request as soon as possible and at least 5 business days (Monday - Friday) in advance of the event. 

Event Details and Reminders

Please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one, and any snacks you may need. Wear sturdy close-toed shoes, clothes you don't mind getting a little dirty, and layers to dress for the weather.

Work looks and feels different for every body. We encourage volunteers to go at their own pace and take breaks to rest.

Keep yourself and your community safe and healthy - please stay home if you are sick. There will always be more opportunities to volunteer with us!

Only registered volunteers will receive event updates, including changes or cancellation notification.

Parking and Transportation

Please refer to the details below for parking information. To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Look for community service to fulfill court requirements?
Please call 503-823-5121 or contact the event coordinator listed on this page. You must be registered with the program before participating in any community service.

¡Celebre el Día de la Tierra siendo un abeja-migo de los polinizadores! ¡Participe con PP&R y Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School en un día para plantar en comunidad, apto para toda la familia, en el parque de Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School!

Trabajaremos juntos para restaurar los canteros que rodean las pistas deportivas con la plantación de especies nativas y amigables con los polinizadores. ¡Estas plantas nuevas y las flores que traerán ayudarán a incrementar la biodiversidad y crearán un hábitat más amigable para las aves, las mariposas y las abejas en el parque!

Habrá semillas de flores silvestres, afiches de plantas nativas y páginas para colorear para que los voluntarios se lleven a sus casas.

Las actividades serán adecuadas para jóvenes y adultos.

Esta es una gran oportunidad para aprender un poco más sobre jardinería y plantas nativas, además de poder conectarse con sus vecinos y su comunidad. Abierto a todos los niveles, ritmos y habilidades; no se necesita experiencia previa para participar.

Se ofrecerán bocadillos y bebidas.

Si desea confirmar su asistencia, ¡haga clic en Responder para inscribirse! Para confirmar la asistencia de más de una persona, haga clic en "Responder como equipo". No es obligatorio registrarse previamente, y los voluntarios pueden venir directamente.

¡Gracias por su interés en colaborar con nosotros como voluntario!

Ubicación del encuentro

Los lechos del jardín junto a las pistas deportivas en la sección noroeste del parque.

Accesibilidad al sitio

Las zonas donde trabajaremos tendrán secciones directamente al lado de la acera pavimentada. Las actividades de plantación suelen requerir cavar, arrodillarse e inclinarse un poco. La zona tiene exposición directa al sol.

Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre la accesibilidad del evento, póngase en contacto con nosotros.

Si necesita una adaptación conforme a la ADA para poder participar en este evento de voluntariado, utilice la página web 311 ADA Accommodation Request (Solicitud de adaptaciones conforme a la ADA)..

Si quiere recibir más información o solicitar servicios de acceso lingüístico, comuníquese con PDX 311.

Le recomendamos que haga su solicitud lo antes posible y, como mínimo, 5 días hábiles (de lunes a viernes) antes del evento.

Detalles del evento y recordatorios

Traiga una botella de agua reutilizable si tiene una y los bocadillos que necesite. Use calzado resistente y cerrado, ropa que no le importe ensuciar un poco y varias capas de ropa para adaptarse al clima.

El trabajo se ve y se siente diferente para cada persona. Recomendamos a los voluntarios avanzar a su propio ritmo y tomar descansos.

Mantenga su seguridad y salud, y la de su comunidad: quédese en casa si está enfermo. ¡Siempre habrá más oportunidades para ser voluntario con nosotros!

Solo los voluntarios inscritos recibirán actualizaciones sobre el evento, incluidas notificaciones de cambios o cancelaciones.

Estacionamiento y transporte

Consulte los siguientes detalles para conocer más sobre el estacionamiento. Para encontrar rutas de autobús y opciones de transporte público, consulte la herramienta TriMet Trip Planner.

¿Busca un servicio comunitario para cumplir con los requisitos judiciales?

Llame al 503-823-5121 o póngase en contacto con el coordinador del evento que aparece en esta página. Debe estar inscrito en el programa antes de participar en cualquier servicio comunitario.

Program: East Portland Parks

Celebrate Earth Day by bee-ing a pal to pollinators! Join us for a family-friendly community planting day at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Park!

We will be working together to install the garden beds around the sports court with native and pollinator-friendly plants. These plants will bloom, bringing new flowers, birds, butterflies, and bees to the park.

Activities will be suitable for youth and adults. 

This is a great opportunity to learn more about gardening, native plants, and to connect with your neighbors and community. Open to all skills, paces, and abilities, no experience is required to participate.

Snacks and beverages will be provided.

If you would like to RSVP, click Respond to sign up! To RSVP for more than one person, click “Respond as a Team”. Pre-registration isn't required, and volunteers are welcome to drop in. Thanks for your interest in volunteering with us!

Meeting Location

The garden beds by the sports court in the northwest section of the park.

Site Accessibility 

The areas where we will be working have sections that are directly adjacent to the paved sidewalk. Planting activities typically require some digging, kneeling, and stooping. The area has open exposure to the sun.

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please contact us.

If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

If you would like to learn more about or request language access services, please contact PDX 311.

We recommend making your request as soon as possible and at least 5 business days (Monday - Friday) in advance of the event. 

Event Details and Reminders

Please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one, and any snacks you may need. Wear sturdy close-toed shoes, clothes you don't mind getting a little dirty, and layers to dress for the weather.

Work looks and feels different for every body. We encourage volunteers to go at their own pace and take breaks to rest.

Keep yourself and your community safe and healthy - please stay home if you are sick. There will always be more opportunities to volunteer with us!

Only registered volunteers will receive event updates, including changes or cancellation notification.

Parking and Transportation

Please refer to the details below for parking information. To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Look for community service to fulfill court requirements?
Please call 503-823-5121 or contact the event coordinator listed on this page. You must be registered with the program before participating in any community service.

¡Celebre el Día de la Tierra siendo un abeja-migo de los polinizadores! ¡Participe con PP&R y Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School en un día para plantar en comunidad, apto para toda la familia, en el parque de Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School!

Trabajaremos juntos para restaurar los canteros que rodean las pistas deportivas con la plantación de especies nativas y amigables con los polinizadores. ¡Estas plantas nuevas y las flores que traerán ayudarán a incrementar la biodiversidad y crearán un hábitat más amigable para las aves, las mariposas y las abejas en el parque!

Habrá semillas de flores silvestres, afiches de plantas nativas y páginas para colorear para que los voluntarios se lleven a sus casas.

Las actividades serán adecuadas para jóvenes y adultos.

Esta es una gran oportunidad para aprender un poco más sobre jardinería y plantas nativas, además de poder conectarse con sus vecinos y su comunidad. Abierto a todos los niveles, ritmos y habilidades; no se necesita experiencia previa para participar.

Se ofrecerán bocadillos y bebidas.

Si desea confirmar su asistencia, ¡haga clic en Responder para inscribirse! Para confirmar la asistencia de más de una persona, haga clic en "Responder como equipo". No es obligatorio registrarse previamente, y los voluntarios pueden venir directamente.

¡Gracias por su interés en colaborar con nosotros como voluntario!

Ubicación del encuentro

Los lechos del jardín junto a las pistas deportivas en la sección noroeste del parque.

Accesibilidad al sitio

Las zonas donde trabajaremos tendrán secciones directamente al lado de la acera pavimentada. Las actividades de plantación suelen requerir cavar, arrodillarse e inclinarse un poco. La zona tiene exposición directa al sol.

Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre la accesibilidad del evento, póngase en contacto con nosotros.

Si necesita una adaptación conforme a la ADA para poder participar en este evento de voluntariado, utilice la página web 311 ADA Accommodation Request (Solicitud de adaptaciones conforme a la ADA)..

Si quiere recibir más información o solicitar servicios de acceso lingüístico, comuníquese con PDX 311.

Le recomendamos que haga su solicitud lo antes posible y, como mínimo, 5 días hábiles (de lunes a viernes) antes del evento.

Detalles del evento y recordatorios

Traiga una botella de agua reutilizable si tiene una y los bocadillos que necesite. Use calzado resistente y cerrado, ropa que no le importe ensuciar un poco y varias capas de ropa para adaptarse al clima.

El trabajo se ve y se siente diferente para cada persona. Recomendamos a los voluntarios avanzar a su propio ritmo y tomar descansos.

Mantenga su seguridad y salud, y la de su comunidad: quédese en casa si está enfermo. ¡Siempre habrá más oportunidades para ser voluntario con nosotros!

Solo los voluntarios inscritos recibirán actualizaciones sobre el evento, incluidas notificaciones de cambios o cancelaciones.

Estacionamiento y transporte

Consulte los siguientes detalles para conocer más sobre el estacionamiento. Para encontrar rutas de autobús y opciones de transporte público, consulte la herramienta TriMet Trip Planner.

¿Busca un servicio comunitario para cumplir con los requisitos judiciales?

Llame al 503-823-5121 o póngase en contacto con el coordinador del evento que aparece en esta página. Debe estar inscrito en el programa antes de participar en cualquier servicio comunitario.

Program: East Portland Parks

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 22, 2026

Zip Code: 97211

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Hazeltine Park Tending Time

Help us keep Hazeltine Park in bloom!

Join PP&R for volunteer events at Hazeltine Park to help with invasive plant removal, weeding, pruning, and mulching.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about gardening and native plants, and to connect with your neighbors and community. Plant care activities may vary monthly.

Open to all ages, paces, and skills. No experience is required to participate.

Youth under the age of 18 are welcome to attend with a parent or responsible adult.

Please register ahead of time by clicking "Respond" to sign up as an individual or "Respond for a team" to sign up more than one person. If you are not comfortable creating a login to register for any reason, please reach out to Kimberléa Ruffu (they/them) at kimberlea.ruffu@portlandoreon.gov.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us!

Meeting Location

Find us by the picnic tables!

Site Accessibility 

This park and the areas volunteers will be working in are mostly exposed to open skies. There are no paved pathways in the park. Volunteers should plan to navigate across mostly flat grassy areas or soft surface (bark chip) pathways.

There are no restrooms at this park.

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please contact us. If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

If you would like to learn more about or request language access services, please contact PDX 311.

We recommend making your request as soon as possible and at least 5 business days (Monday - Friday) in advance of the event. 

Event Details and Reminders

Please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one, and any snacks you may need. Wear sturdy close-toed shoes and layers to dress for the weather.

Work looks and feels different for every body. We encourage volunteers to go at their own pace and take breaks to rest.

Keep yourself and your community safe and healthy - please stay home if you are sick. There will always be more opportunities to volunteer with us!

Parking and Transportation

Please refer to the details below for parking information. To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Look for community service to fulfill court requirements?
Please call 503-823-5121 or contact the event coordinator listed on this page. You must be registered with the program before participating in any community service.

Program: East Portland Parks

Help us keep Hazeltine Park in bloom!

Join PP&R for volunteer events at Hazeltine Park to help with invasive plant removal, weeding, pruning, and mulching.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about gardening and native plants, and to connect with your neighbors and community. Plant care activities may vary monthly.

Open to all ages, paces, and skills. No experience is required to participate.

Youth under the age of 18 are welcome to attend with a parent or responsible adult.

Please register ahead of time by clicking "Respond" to sign up as an individual or "Respond for a team" to sign up more than one person. If you are not comfortable creating a login to register for any reason, please reach out to Kimberléa Ruffu (they/them) at kimberlea.ruffu@portlandoreon.gov.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us!

Meeting Location

Find us by the picnic tables!

Site Accessibility 

This park and the areas volunteers will be working in are mostly exposed to open skies. There are no paved pathways in the park. Volunteers should plan to navigate across mostly flat grassy areas or soft surface (bark chip) pathways.

There are no restrooms at this park.

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please contact us. If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

If you would like to learn more about or request language access services, please contact PDX 311.

We recommend making your request as soon as possible and at least 5 business days (Monday - Friday) in advance of the event. 

Event Details and Reminders

Please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one, and any snacks you may need. Wear sturdy close-toed shoes and layers to dress for the weather.

Work looks and feels different for every body. We encourage volunteers to go at their own pace and take breaks to rest.

Keep yourself and your community safe and healthy - please stay home if you are sick. There will always be more opportunities to volunteer with us!

Parking and Transportation

Please refer to the details below for parking information. To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Look for community service to fulfill court requirements?
Please call 503-823-5121 or contact the event coordinator listed on this page. You must be registered with the program before participating in any community service.

Program: East Portland Parks

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97206

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Errol Heights Park Tending Time

Help us keep Errol Heights Park in bloom!

Join PP&R for a family-friendly, monthly volunteer event to help with gardening and land care activities throughout the park. Regular activities include weeding, pruning, mulching, and plant installation.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about gardening and native plants and to connect with your neighbors and community. Plant care activities may vary monthly. Open to all skills, paces, and abilities. No experience is required to participate.

Pre-registration for this event is preferred to help us prepare accordingly. If you are not comfortable creating a login to register or have any difficulty registering, please email kimberlea.ruffu@portlandoregon.gov.

Click Respond to sign up. Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us!

Look for community service to fulfill court requirements?
Please call 503-823-5121 or contact the event coordinator listed on this page. You must be registered with the program before participating in any community service.

Meeting Location

By the community garden.

Site Accessibility 

Work will take place in the upper portion of the park. There is an accessible restroom onsite. There is a mixture of paved, concrete pathways, soft surface, and gravel pathways throughout the park. Some work may not be directly adjacent to a paved pathway, depending on the day and activities.

Some tasks may be able to be performed in a seated or standing positions and others may require stooping or kneeling.

The park has many areas that are open to sun exposure, with some areas that are shaded. Work location varies.

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please contact us. If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

If you would like to learn more about or request language access services, please contact PDX 311.

We recommend making your request as soon as possible and at least 5 business days (Monday - Friday) in advance of the event. 

About the Park

Errol Heights Park is a lovely space in SE Portland and a neighborhood favorite. The top portion of the park was recently developed and features play areas, a community garden, and picnic sites. The lower portion of the park, accessible via a unique metal ramp, features a wetland environment and is home to many native plants and wildlife, including birds and beavers.

Parking and Transportation

Please refer to the details below for parking information. To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Event Details and Reminders

Please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one, and any snacks you may need. Wear sturdy close-toed shoes, clothes you're comfortable getting a bit dirty, and layers to dress for the weather.

Work looks and feels different for every body. We encourage volunteers to go at their own pace and take breaks to rest.

Keep yourself and your community safe and healthy - please stay home if you are sick. There will always be more opportunities to volunteer with us!

Volunteers may attend this event without pre-registering. If you don't sign up ahead of time, you will not be notified of event details such as cancellations or changes.

Program: East Portland Parks

Help us keep Errol Heights Park in bloom!

Join PP&R for a family-friendly, monthly volunteer event to help with gardening and land care activities throughout the park. Regular activities include weeding, pruning, mulching, and plant installation.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about gardening and native plants and to connect with your neighbors and community. Plant care activities may vary monthly. Open to all skills, paces, and abilities. No experience is required to participate.

Pre-registration for this event is preferred to help us prepare accordingly. If you are not comfortable creating a login to register or have any difficulty registering, please email kimberlea.ruffu@portlandoregon.gov.

Click Respond to sign up. Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us!

Look for community service to fulfill court requirements?
Please call 503-823-5121 or contact the event coordinator listed on this page. You must be registered with the program before participating in any community service.

Meeting Location

By the community garden.

Site Accessibility 

Work will take place in the upper portion of the park. There is an accessible restroom onsite. There is a mixture of paved, concrete pathways, soft surface, and gravel pathways throughout the park. Some work may not be directly adjacent to a paved pathway, depending on the day and activities.

Some tasks may be able to be performed in a seated or standing positions and others may require stooping or kneeling.

The park has many areas that are open to sun exposure, with some areas that are shaded. Work location varies.

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please contact us. If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

If you would like to learn more about or request language access services, please contact PDX 311.

We recommend making your request as soon as possible and at least 5 business days (Monday - Friday) in advance of the event. 

About the Park

Errol Heights Park is a lovely space in SE Portland and a neighborhood favorite. The top portion of the park was recently developed and features play areas, a community garden, and picnic sites. The lower portion of the park, accessible via a unique metal ramp, features a wetland environment and is home to many native plants and wildlife, including birds and beavers.

Parking and Transportation

Please refer to the details below for parking information. To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Event Details and Reminders

Please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one, and any snacks you may need. Wear sturdy close-toed shoes, clothes you're comfortable getting a bit dirty, and layers to dress for the weather.

Work looks and feels different for every body. We encourage volunteers to go at their own pace and take breaks to rest.

Keep yourself and your community safe and healthy - please stay home if you are sick. There will always be more opportunities to volunteer with us!

Volunteers may attend this event without pre-registering. If you don't sign up ahead of time, you will not be notified of event details such as cancellations or changes.

Program: East Portland Parks

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97206

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Pier Park Plant Pals Stewardship Days

Bee a pal to plants and join the Pier Park Plant Pals!

Join PP&R for a monthly volunteer event to help with gardening and land care activities throughout the park.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about gardening and native plants and to connect with your neighbors and community. Plant care activities may vary monthly. Open to all skills and abilities, no experience is required to participate.

If you would like to RSVP, click Respond to sign up! To RSVP for more than one person, click “Respond as a Team”. Pre-registration isn't required, and volunteers are welcome to drop in.  Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us!

Meeting Location

The maintenance building near the park entry off of N Bruce and N James.

Site Accessibility 

There is an accessible restroom onsite. Pathway surfaces vary throughout the park. Some pathways are hard, paved surfaces, and others are similar to soft surface trails. There are some benches throughout the park adjacent to pathways. 

The park is heavily shaded by many beautiful trees. Some areas may have open sun exposure.

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please contact us. If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

If you would like to learn more about or request language access services, please contact PDX 311.

We recommend making your request as soon as possible and at least 5 business days (Monday - Friday) in advance of the event. 

About the Park

Pier Park is a beautiful park in North Portland with many amenities for park visitors. Home to many trees, there are little gems throughout the park, from small pollinator patches featuring pollinator-friendly and native plants to a fairy garden and the new home of the Belmont Goats!

PP&R has also worked in collaboration with the Friends of Pier Park for many years in supporting park stewardship efforts to sustain this special green space as a resource for neighbors, community, and wildlife for future generations. To learn more about this friend group, please visit their website.

Parking and Transportation

Please refer to the details below for parking information. To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Look for community service to fulfill court requirements?
Please call 503-823-5121 or contact the event coordinator listed on this page. You must be registered with the program before participating in any community service.

Event Details and Reminders

Please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one, and any snacks you may need. Wear sturdy close-toed shoes and layers to dress for the weather.

Work looks and feels different for every body. We encourage volunteers to go at their own pace and take breaks to rest.

Keep yourself and your community safe and healthy - please stay home if you are sick. There will always be more opportunities to volunteer with us!

Volunteers may attend this event without pre-registering. If you don't sign up ahead of time, you will not be notified of event details such as cancellations or changes.

¡Sea un abeja-migo de las plantas y únase a los Amigos de las Plantas de Pier Park!

Únase a PP&R en un evento de voluntariado mensual para colaborar en actividades de jardinería y mantenimiento de las áreas verdes en todo el parque.

Esta es una gran oportunidad para aprender un poco más sobre jardinería y plantas nativas, además de poder conectarse con sus vecinos y su comunidad. Abierto a todos los niveles, ritmos y habilidades; no se necesita experiencia previa para participar.

Si desea confirmar su asistencia, ¡haga clic en Responder para inscribirse! Para confirmar la asistencia de más de una persona, haga clic en "Responder como equipo". No es obligatorio registrarse previamente, y los voluntarios pueden venir directamente.

¡Gracias por su interés en colaborar con nosotros como voluntario!

Ubicación del encuentro

El edificio de mantenimiento cerca del parque en la entrada de N Bruce y N James.

Datos sobre el parque 

Pier Park es un parque hermoso en el norte de Portland con muchos servicios para los visitantes del parque. El parque es el hogar de muchos árboles, y hay pequeñas joyas en distintas partes, ¡desde pequeños sectores dedicados a los polinizadores, con plantas nativas y amigables con los polinizadores, hasta un jardín de hadas, y el nuevo hogar de las Cabras de Belmont!

PP&R también ha colaborado con los Amigos de Pier Park durante muchos años para respaldar los esfuerzos de conservación del parque para mantener este espacio verde especial como un recurso para los vecinos, la comunidad y la vida silvestre para las generaciones futuras. Para saber más acerca de este grupo de amigos, visite su sitio web.

Accesibilidad al sitio

Hay un baño accesible en el lugar. Las superficies de los caminos varían a lo largo del parque. Algunos caminos tienen superficies duras y asfaltadas, y otros son similares a senderos de superficie blanda. Hay algunos bancos a lo largo del parque junto a los caminos. 

El parque tiene sombras amplias de muchos árboles hermosos. Algunas zonas pueden tener exposición directa al sol

Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre la accesibilidad del evento, póngase en contacto con nosotros.

Si necesita una adaptación conforme a la ADA para poder participar en este evento de voluntariado, utilice la página web 311 ADA Accommodation Request (Solicitud de adaptaciones conforme a la ADA)..

Si quiere recibir más información o solicitar servicios de acceso lingüístico, comuníquese con PDX 311.

Le recomendamos que haga su solicitud lo antes posible y, como mínimo, 5 días hábiles (de lunes a viernes) antes del evento.

Detalles del evento y recordatorios

Traiga una botella de agua reutilizable si tiene una y los bocadillos que necesite. Use calzado resistente y cerrado, ropa que no le importe ensuciar un poco y varias capas de ropa para adaptarse al clima.

El trabajo se ve y se siente diferente para cada persona. Recomendamos a los voluntarios avanzar a su propio ritmo y tomar descansos.

Mantenga su seguridad y salud, y la de su comunidad: quédese en casa si está enfermo. ¡Siempre habrá más oportunidades para ser voluntario con nosotros!

No es necesario inscribirse previamente para este evento; solo los voluntarios inscritos recibirán actualizaciones sobre el evento, incluidas notificaciones de cambios o cancelaciones.

Estacionamiento y transporte

Consulte los siguientes detalles para conocer más sobre el estacionamiento. Para encontrar rutas de autobús y opciones de transporte público, consulte la herramienta TriMet Trip Planner.

¿Busca un servicio comunitario para cumplir con los requisitos judiciales?

Llame al 503-823-5121 o póngase en contacto con el coordinador del evento que aparece en esta página. Debe estar inscrito en el programa antes de participar en cualquier servicio comunitario.

Program: East Portland Parks

Bee a pal to plants and join the Pier Park Plant Pals!

Join PP&R for a monthly volunteer event to help with gardening and land care activities throughout the park.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about gardening and native plants and to connect with your neighbors and community. Plant care activities may vary monthly. Open to all skills and abilities, no experience is required to participate.

If you would like to RSVP, click Respond to sign up! To RSVP for more than one person, click “Respond as a Team”. Pre-registration isn't required, and volunteers are welcome to drop in.  Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us!

Meeting Location

The maintenance building near the park entry off of N Bruce and N James.

Site Accessibility 

There is an accessible restroom onsite. Pathway surfaces vary throughout the park. Some pathways are hard, paved surfaces, and others are similar to soft surface trails. There are some benches throughout the park adjacent to pathways. 

The park is heavily shaded by many beautiful trees. Some areas may have open sun exposure.

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please contact us. If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

If you would like to learn more about or request language access services, please contact PDX 311.

We recommend making your request as soon as possible and at least 5 business days (Monday - Friday) in advance of the event. 

About the Park

Pier Park is a beautiful park in North Portland with many amenities for park visitors. Home to many trees, there are little gems throughout the park, from small pollinator patches featuring pollinator-friendly and native plants to a fairy garden and the new home of the Belmont Goats!

PP&R has also worked in collaboration with the Friends of Pier Park for many years in supporting park stewardship efforts to sustain this special green space as a resource for neighbors, community, and wildlife for future generations. To learn more about this friend group, please visit their website.

Parking and Transportation

Please refer to the details below for parking information. To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Look for community service to fulfill court requirements?
Please call 503-823-5121 or contact the event coordinator listed on this page. You must be registered with the program before participating in any community service.

Event Details and Reminders

Please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one, and any snacks you may need. Wear sturdy close-toed shoes and layers to dress for the weather.

Work looks and feels different for every body. We encourage volunteers to go at their own pace and take breaks to rest.

Keep yourself and your community safe and healthy - please stay home if you are sick. There will always be more opportunities to volunteer with us!

Volunteers may attend this event without pre-registering. If you don't sign up ahead of time, you will not be notified of event details such as cancellations or changes.

¡Sea un abeja-migo de las plantas y únase a los Amigos de las Plantas de Pier Park!

Únase a PP&R en un evento de voluntariado mensual para colaborar en actividades de jardinería y mantenimiento de las áreas verdes en todo el parque.

Esta es una gran oportunidad para aprender un poco más sobre jardinería y plantas nativas, además de poder conectarse con sus vecinos y su comunidad. Abierto a todos los niveles, ritmos y habilidades; no se necesita experiencia previa para participar.

Si desea confirmar su asistencia, ¡haga clic en Responder para inscribirse! Para confirmar la asistencia de más de una persona, haga clic en "Responder como equipo". No es obligatorio registrarse previamente, y los voluntarios pueden venir directamente.

¡Gracias por su interés en colaborar con nosotros como voluntario!

Ubicación del encuentro

El edificio de mantenimiento cerca del parque en la entrada de N Bruce y N James.

Datos sobre el parque 

Pier Park es un parque hermoso en el norte de Portland con muchos servicios para los visitantes del parque. El parque es el hogar de muchos árboles, y hay pequeñas joyas en distintas partes, ¡desde pequeños sectores dedicados a los polinizadores, con plantas nativas y amigables con los polinizadores, hasta un jardín de hadas, y el nuevo hogar de las Cabras de Belmont!

PP&R también ha colaborado con los Amigos de Pier Park durante muchos años para respaldar los esfuerzos de conservación del parque para mantener este espacio verde especial como un recurso para los vecinos, la comunidad y la vida silvestre para las generaciones futuras. Para saber más acerca de este grupo de amigos, visite su sitio web.

Accesibilidad al sitio

Hay un baño accesible en el lugar. Las superficies de los caminos varían a lo largo del parque. Algunos caminos tienen superficies duras y asfaltadas, y otros son similares a senderos de superficie blanda. Hay algunos bancos a lo largo del parque junto a los caminos. 

El parque tiene sombras amplias de muchos árboles hermosos. Algunas zonas pueden tener exposición directa al sol

Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre la accesibilidad del evento, póngase en contacto con nosotros.

Si necesita una adaptación conforme a la ADA para poder participar en este evento de voluntariado, utilice la página web 311 ADA Accommodation Request (Solicitud de adaptaciones conforme a la ADA)..

Si quiere recibir más información o solicitar servicios de acceso lingüístico, comuníquese con PDX 311.

Le recomendamos que haga su solicitud lo antes posible y, como mínimo, 5 días hábiles (de lunes a viernes) antes del evento.

Detalles del evento y recordatorios

Traiga una botella de agua reutilizable si tiene una y los bocadillos que necesite. Use calzado resistente y cerrado, ropa que no le importe ensuciar un poco y varias capas de ropa para adaptarse al clima.

El trabajo se ve y se siente diferente para cada persona. Recomendamos a los voluntarios avanzar a su propio ritmo y tomar descansos.

Mantenga su seguridad y salud, y la de su comunidad: quédese en casa si está enfermo. ¡Siempre habrá más oportunidades para ser voluntario con nosotros!

No es necesario inscribirse previamente para este evento; solo los voluntarios inscritos recibirán actualizaciones sobre el evento, incluidas notificaciones de cambios o cancelaciones.

Estacionamiento y transporte

Consulte los siguientes detalles para conocer más sobre el estacionamiento. Para encontrar rutas de autobús y opciones de transporte público, consulte la herramienta TriMet Trip Planner.

¿Busca un servicio comunitario para cumplir con los requisitos judiciales?

Llame al 503-823-5121 o póngase en contacto con el coordinador del evento que aparece en esta página. Debe estar inscrito en el programa antes de participar en cualquier servicio comunitario.

Program: East Portland Parks

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97203

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Parklane Park Garden of Weedin' Volunteer Days

Help us tend to this beautiful new park in SE Portland!

Join PP&R for family-friendly volunteer events at Parklane Park to help weed and prune garden beds, mulch plants and trees, remove debris, build soil health, and install new plants.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about gardening and connect with your neighbors and community. Plant care activities may vary monthly. No experience is required to participate.

Click Respond to sign up! Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us!

Site Information and Accessibility

Meeting Location

The parking lot at SE Millmain Drive and SE 158th. 

Accessibility 

All garden beds we will be working in are adjacent to a paved pathway or hard surface. There are multiple ADA accessible restrooms throughout the park. There is mixed shade and open skies, however many of the beds have direct sun exposure.

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please contact us. If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

If you would like to learn more about or request language access services, please contact PDX 311.

We recommend making your request as soon as possible and at least 5 business days (Monday - Friday) in advance of the event. 

Parking and transportation

There is parking available at the main parking lot in addition to street parking in the neighborhood.

To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Registration

Volunteers may attend this event without pre-registering. If you don't sign up ahead of time, you will not be notified of event details such as cancellations or changes.

Look for community service to fulfill court requirements?
Please call 503-823-5121 or contact the event coordinator listed on this page. You must be registered with the program before participating in any community service.

Program: East Portland Parks

Help us tend to this beautiful new park in SE Portland!

Join PP&R for family-friendly volunteer events at Parklane Park to help weed and prune garden beds, mulch plants and trees, remove debris, build soil health, and install new plants.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about gardening and connect with your neighbors and community. Plant care activities may vary monthly. No experience is required to participate.

Click Respond to sign up! Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us!

Site Information and Accessibility

Meeting Location

The parking lot at SE Millmain Drive and SE 158th. 

Accessibility 

All garden beds we will be working in are adjacent to a paved pathway or hard surface. There are multiple ADA accessible restrooms throughout the park. There is mixed shade and open skies, however many of the beds have direct sun exposure.

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please contact us. If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

If you would like to learn more about or request language access services, please contact PDX 311.

We recommend making your request as soon as possible and at least 5 business days (Monday - Friday) in advance of the event. 

Parking and transportation

There is parking available at the main parking lot in addition to street parking in the neighborhood.

To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Registration

Volunteers may attend this event without pre-registering. If you don't sign up ahead of time, you will not be notified of event details such as cancellations or changes.

Look for community service to fulfill court requirements?
Please call 503-823-5121 or contact the event coordinator listed on this page. You must be registered with the program before participating in any community service.

Program: East Portland Parks

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97233

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Mill Park Volunteer Days

Help us keep the shrub beds at Mill Park in bloom! Join PP&R to help weed, prune, and mulch the plant beds around the community garden.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about gardening and connect with your neighbors and community. Plant care activities may vary monthly. All skills and abilities welcome, no experience is required to participate.

Click Respond to sign up! Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us!

Meeting Location

Community garden entrance.

Site Accessibility 

All shrub beds that we will be working in are adjacent to a paved pathway or hard surface. There is an ADA restroom in the park. The areas we will regularly be working in have open sun exposure.

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please contact us. If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

If you would like to learn more about or request language access services, please contact PDX 311.

We recommend making your request as soon as possible and at least 5 business days (Monday - Friday) in advance of the event. 

Event Details and Reminders

Please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one, and any snacks you may need. Wear sturdy close-toed shoes and layers to dress for the weather.

Work looks and feels different for every body. We encourage volunteers to go at their own pace and take breaks to rest.

Keep yourself and your community safe and healthy - please stay home if you are sick. There will always be more opportunities to volunteer with us!

Volunteers may attend this event without pre-registering. If you don't sign up ahead of time, you will not be notified of event details such as cancellations or changes.

Parking and Transportation

Please refer to the details below for parking information. To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Look for community service to fulfill court requirements?
Please call 503-823-5121 or contact the event coordinator listed on this page. You must be registered with the program before participating in any community service.

Program: East Portland Parks

Help us keep the shrub beds at Mill Park in bloom! Join PP&R to help weed, prune, and mulch the plant beds around the community garden.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about gardening and connect with your neighbors and community. Plant care activities may vary monthly. All skills and abilities welcome, no experience is required to participate.

Click Respond to sign up! Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us!

Meeting Location

Community garden entrance.

Site Accessibility 

All shrub beds that we will be working in are adjacent to a paved pathway or hard surface. There is an ADA restroom in the park. The areas we will regularly be working in have open sun exposure.

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please contact us. If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

If you would like to learn more about or request language access services, please contact PDX 311.

We recommend making your request as soon as possible and at least 5 business days (Monday - Friday) in advance of the event. 

Event Details and Reminders

Please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one, and any snacks you may need. Wear sturdy close-toed shoes and layers to dress for the weather.

Work looks and feels different for every body. We encourage volunteers to go at their own pace and take breaks to rest.

Keep yourself and your community safe and healthy - please stay home if you are sick. There will always be more opportunities to volunteer with us!

Volunteers may attend this event without pre-registering. If you don't sign up ahead of time, you will not be notified of event details such as cancellations or changes.

Parking and Transportation

Please refer to the details below for parking information. To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Look for community service to fulfill court requirements?
Please call 503-823-5121 or contact the event coordinator listed on this page. You must be registered with the program before participating in any community service.

Program: East Portland Parks

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97216

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Argay Park Volunteer Days

Help us tend to one of the lovely garden beds at Argay Park!

This patch of pollinator-friendly plants surrounds the park sign and welcomes you into the space.

Join PP&R and your neighbors for a family-friendly volunteer hour to help weed, prune, mulch, and occasionally add new plants to the garden bed.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about gardening, with the option to connect with your neighbors and community or spend a bit of quiet time with nature. This is a low-barrier, go at your own pace event. Plant care activities may vary monthly. Open to all skills and abilities, no experience is required to participate.

Click Respond to sign up! Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us!

Meeting Location

The sign garden bed off of NE 141st Drive.

Site Accessibility 

This garden bed is not directly accessible from a paved pathway and requires moving across a mostly even grassy area. There is mixed shade and open skies throughout the park, and the garden bed may have direct sun exposure depending on the time of year and time of day.

There is no restroom at this park. Depending on the season, there may be a portable restroom onsite.

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please contact us. If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

If you would like to learn more about or request language access services, please contact PDX 311.

We recommend making your request as soon as possible and at least 5 business days (Monday - Friday) in advance of the event. 

Event Details and Reminders

Please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one, and any snacks you may need. Wear sturdy close-toed shoes and layers to dress for the weather.

Work looks and feels different for every body. We encourage volunteers to go at their own pace and take breaks to rest.

Keep yourself and your community safe and healthy - please stay home if you are sick. There will always be more opportunities to volunteer with us!

Volunteers may attend this event without pre-registering. If you don't sign up ahead of time, you will not be notified of event details such as cancellations or changes.

Parking and Transportation

Please refer to the details below for parking information. To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Look for community service to fulfill court requirements?
Please call 503-823-5121 or contact the event coordinator listed on this page. You must be registered with the program before participating in any community service.

Program: East Portland Parks

Help us tend to one of the lovely garden beds at Argay Park!

This patch of pollinator-friendly plants surrounds the park sign and welcomes you into the space.

Join PP&R and your neighbors for a family-friendly volunteer hour to help weed, prune, mulch, and occasionally add new plants to the garden bed.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about gardening, with the option to connect with your neighbors and community or spend a bit of quiet time with nature. This is a low-barrier, go at your own pace event. Plant care activities may vary monthly. Open to all skills and abilities, no experience is required to participate.

Click Respond to sign up! Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us!

Meeting Location

The sign garden bed off of NE 141st Drive.

Site Accessibility 

This garden bed is not directly accessible from a paved pathway and requires moving across a mostly even grassy area. There is mixed shade and open skies throughout the park, and the garden bed may have direct sun exposure depending on the time of year and time of day.

There is no restroom at this park. Depending on the season, there may be a portable restroom onsite.

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please contact us. If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

If you would like to learn more about or request language access services, please contact PDX 311.

We recommend making your request as soon as possible and at least 5 business days (Monday - Friday) in advance of the event. 

Event Details and Reminders

Please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one, and any snacks you may need. Wear sturdy close-toed shoes and layers to dress for the weather.

Work looks and feels different for every body. We encourage volunteers to go at their own pace and take breaks to rest.

Keep yourself and your community safe and healthy - please stay home if you are sick. There will always be more opportunities to volunteer with us!

Volunteers may attend this event without pre-registering. If you don't sign up ahead of time, you will not be notified of event details such as cancellations or changes.

Parking and Transportation

Please refer to the details below for parking information. To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Look for community service to fulfill court requirements?
Please call 503-823-5121 or contact the event coordinator listed on this page. You must be registered with the program before participating in any community service.

Program: East Portland Parks

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 97230

Allow Groups: Yes