Opportunities From: Portland Parks & Recreation

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.

Project Description:

Join Portland Parks & Recreation to steward Forest Park by removing invasively growing, non-native species, including English ivy, and Armenian blackberry and encouraging a diversity of native plants. By removing noxious weeds, encouraging the regeneration of native plants and planting a diversity of native plant species we help to enhance wildlife habitat and reduce 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 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.

Closest address to meeting location: 2330 NW Belgrave Ave, Portland, OR 97210

Map to the Meeting Location

Parking and public transit:  Street parking is available on NW Aspen and the lower part of Belgrave Ave but there is limited space to turn around on Belgrave. Please only park on the north side the Belgrave to allow plenty of space for other vehicles to pass through.

Please be respectful of neighbors when parking. #15 drops off at NW Vaughn and 27th, which is a 30+ minute walk to the meeting location.  More information can be found at Trimet.org.

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.

Project details
Join Portland Parks & Recreation and Friends of Woods Park to Steward Woods Memorial Natural Area. Removing invasively growing species and planting diversity of native plants encourages regeneration of native plants, prevents erosion and prevents water runoff. This is a great way to get outside and connect with 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.

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.

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.

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.