CSWC and Portland Parks & Recreation are teaming up to restore this stretch of the lower Slough that serves as a refuge for juvenile salmon and even hosts the occasional sea lion! Come enjoy a brisk Saturday morning planting cottonwood and other native trees at this treasured public park at the confluence of the Columbia Slough, Willamette River, and Columbia River. *Important* You MUST register here to attend: https://bit.ly/ StewardshipSaturdays Due to public health guidelines, we must cap the attendance at this event. Face coverings and 6-feet social distancing will be strictly required.

3/6/21 9:00 AM

This is a community tree planting event celebrating the completion of a fish passage project at Salmon Run Golf Course. Please make a reservation and join us to plant native trees along Jack Creek and it's wetlands habitats! Each family or "small group" will be scheduled at 30 minute intervals and be expected to follow all COVID safety guidelines including wearing a mask and social distancing. Please arrive within your designated half hour to help prevent a large crowd. Please bring: All materials will be provided Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Bring a filled water bottle to stay hydrated. Meet at: 99040 S Bank Chetco Rd, Brookings, OR - map Made possible by The FairWays Foundation, the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board, and SOLVE

3/6/21 9:00 AM

Join us at the beloved Mary S. Young Park to help restore the habitat for wildlife and humans at these first Saturday work days. Volunteers have worked continuously for more than 10 years to remove ivy and other non-native vegetation, plant native plants and trees, build trails, etc. You will get a good workout and feel good about contributing to the health of this beautiful forest. Tools are provided. Work gloves and sturdy footwear recommended. Activities include: Planting native plants. Meet at Mary S. Young State Park in West Linn Google maps - https://goo.gl/maps/XXneyqo6Bpx

3/6/21 9:00 AM

Event Details: Join Portland Parks & Recreation's No Ivy League and SOLVE for a morning of planting and invasive species removal in Forest Park. Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own face coverings, gloves, hand sanitizer, water and snacks. Tools, gloves, and face coverings will be provided as needed. Volunteers will be required to wear face coverings throughout the event.Volunteers will take a short hike (up to 1 mile) to the site and will be working on uneven ground. Meeting location will be emailed once you are registered. Questions: Call or text Mary Verrilli at 503-823-8367 Here are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event. Registration is required for all stewardship events. Complete a health screening (brief online survey) before attending each event: https://c19oregon.com/  Please volunteer close to home or in your community. Stay home if you are experiencing symptoms of any contagious illness or have had recent contact with someone exhibiting symptoms of any illness. Bring a face covering to be worn at the event and maintain at least 6 feet physical distance from others. PP&R will provide face coverings for anyone who doesn’t have their own.    Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own gloves, water and snacks. PP&R will provide tools and gloves for anyone who does not have their own, and training for the days activity. In order to ensure your comfort and safety, please remember to dress for the weather, wear close-toed shoes, bring a water bottle, and be ready to get dirty! Unless otherwise noted, all events are family-friendly and all ages are welcome to participate. However, children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult for the duration of the event. We encourage you to attend events with members of your household/family! While groups are welcome to join many of our regularly scheduled stewardship events, please contact the event coordinator listed in the description before arriving with a large group. This will ensure that there are enough gloves and tools for everyone to work. We are also available to schedule special service events at your group's convenience during the week or on weekends. Learn more about programs for groups.

3/6/21 9:00 AM

Join Friends of Oaks Bottom, SOLVE and Portland Parks and Recreation to keep Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge clean for trail users and wildlife! Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge is a 163-acre floodplain wetland that sits along the east bank of the Willamette River, OR, and is the largest remaining natural area within the lower reach of the Willamette-providing necessary habitat for fish and wildlife. Native wildlife populations include threatened salmon and more than 175 species of birds. Everyone is welcome; no experience is necessary! Date & Time: Saturday, March 6, 2021 from 9 am to 11 am. Advanced Registration Required: Pre-registration is required! Please sign up (green button below) ahead of time so you can sign our electronic waiver to help avoid crowding during check-in. Meeting Location: Meet at Sellwood Riverfront Park in the grassy area between the parking lot and the off-leash dog area. MAP Volunteers will walk to Oaks Bottom after a brief orientation. Sellwood Riverfront Park is accessible by TRIMET using the #70 or #99 bus. What's Provided: Volunteers will be provided with vinyl gloves, heavy duty garbage bags and litter grabbers. What to Bring: Please come wearing a face covering, comfortable closed-toed shoes, and a filled reusable water bottle. Pants and long sleeves are encouraged. Bring gloves and a litter grabber if you have them. Otherwise, we will provide them for you. Volunteers are required to wear a face covering throughout the event. Bathrooms: There is a public restroom at Sellwood Riverfront park. Accessibility: The clean-up will take place on dirt trails and in fields, which may not be accessible for wheelchairs. Contact: For questions or more information, contact Heather at huk107@gmail.com or 503.621.7522

3/6/21 9:00 AM

This is a community tree planting event celebrating the completion of a fish passage project at Salmon Run Golf Course. Please make a reservation and join us to plant native trees along Jack Creek and it's wetlands habitats! Each family or "small group" will be scheduled at 30 minute intervals and be expected to follow all COVID safety guidelines including wearing a mask and social distancing. Please arrive within your designated half hour to help prevent a large crowd. Please bring: All materials will be provided Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Bring a filled water bottle to stay hydrated. Meet at: 99040 S Bank Chetco Rd, Brookings, OR - map Made possible by The FairWays Foundation, the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board, and SOLVE

3/6/21 9:30 AM

This is a community tree planting event celebrating the completion of a fish passage project at Salmon Run Golf Course. Please make a reservation and join us to plant native trees along Jack Creek and it's wetlands habitats! Each family or "small group" will be scheduled at 30 minute intervals and be expected to follow all COVID safety guidelines including wearing a mask and social distancing. Please arrive within your designated half hour to help prevent a large crowd. Please bring: All materials will be provided Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Bring a filled water bottle to stay hydrated. Meet at: 99040 S Bank Chetco Rd, Brookings, OR - map Made possible by The FairWays Foundation, the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board, and SOLVE

3/6/21 10:00 AM

Help middle school teachers to create an Eco Field Study area for the students of Gresham's Clear Creek Middle School! Students will be able to experience outdoor science education from their front door once we clear the site. Your help will make this possible. We will be using hand tools to plant native species like sword fern, snowberry, and big leaf maple near Clear Creek Middle School. We will also mulch a trail to wander through our plantings. Our hard work will keep invasive blackberry brambles out of this ecosystem of native plants, allowing native species to thrive and improving water quality. Let's do what we can together. When: Saturday, March 6th, 2021 from 10 am - 12 pm Advanced Registration: Pre-registration is required! Please sign up (Green Button Below) ahead of time so we know how many volunteers to expect and to avoid crowding at the beginning of the event. Meeting Location: Volunteers will meet at Clear Creek Middle School on NE Everett St. in Gresham. Look for SOLVE signs to guide you. Map. What's Provided: All training and supplies, no previous experience is necessary: loppers, heavy-duty leather gloves, and restoration training will be provided. Please bring your own favorite gloves and tools if you prefer, but be sure they are labeled. What to Bring: Please come wearing a face covering Dress for the weather and wear closed-toed shoes, please wear long sleeved shirt and pants to avoid scratches from blackberries. Bring a filled reusable water bottle. If you have your own heavy-duty leather gloves you are encouraged to bring those as well. Observe social distancing during check in and throughout the event. Restrooms: There will be a public restroom on-site. Parking: Free parking is available at the school, or consider taking Trimet. Contact: Contact monica@solveoregon.org with any questions.

3/6/21 10:00 AM

Join the fun! SOLVE and the Sandy River Watershed Council invite you to join in on a cleanup event to remove litter and restore habitat on the Sandy River near the town of Troutdale. Let's work together to protect and improve this beautiful river. We will collect harmful litter before it washes into the stream and remove Armenian Blackberry by cutting its stems and digging out its roots to make room for native plants. This project is supported by the Troutdale Community Enhancement Grant. When: Saturday, March 6th, 2020 from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm Advanced Registration Required: Pre-registration is required! Please sign up (Green Button Below) ahead of time so we know how many volunteers to expect and to fill out the volunteer waiver form. What to Bring: Please come wearing a face covering. Wear close-toed shoes, long pants, bring a water bottle, snacks, a backpack and dress for the weather. All cleanup supplies will be provided. Feel free to bring the following items to help us reduce the number of supplies we distribute: reusable trash bag, garden or work gloves, litter grabber, shovel, loppers. What's Provided: SOLVE will provide rubber palmed work gloves, heavy-duty garbage bags, litter grabbers, shovels, and loppers to all participants. Physical Ability: This event is not ADA accessible. The check-in station and work areas will be off pavement and off-trail or on unimproved dirt paths, and sometimes on a slope. Participants should be confident they have good balance and can walk off-trail and or on slopes without undue risk of injury. If a participant would like to collect litter on the sidewalks that follow the roadways instead of working off-trail, that is an option, but they would be working independently and away from the group. Children/ Event Size: Children are welcome and encouraged to attend. Children must be accompanied by an attentive adult. This event is currently limited to 16 participants. If you sign up and are put on the waiting list, SOLVE will notify you if a spot opens up. Meeting Location: Participants will meet at the Depot Rail Museum near downtown Troutdale, located at 473 E Historic Columbia Highway, Troutdale. MAP LINK. Parking: There is free parking at this event. Bathrooms: There are no public restrooms available in this natural area. For more information: Contact Dan at dan@solveoregon.org

3/6/21 10:00 AM

Come together with SOLVE / Detrash Portland and community members for a cleanup along NE 82nd Ave. in the Montavilla - Hazelwood Neighborhoods starting at Montavilla Park! This event will be entirely outdoors and will comply with social distancing guidelines. After a safety talk and getting cleanup supplies, we will spend a couple of hours picking up litter in the neighborhood to improve our community and protect our ecosystem. Join us in making Portland a better place! When: Saturday March 6th, 10:00am - 12:30 pm Advanced Registration: Pre-registration is required! Please sign up (Green Button Below) ahead of time so we know how many volunteers to expect, and to fill out the volunteer waiver form. Staggered Check In: To avoid a crowd at check in, arrive anytime between 10:00 - 10:30am for check in. Event will run from 10:00am – 12:30pm. Where: We will meet at the parking lot behind the community center at Montavilla Park. Look for SOLVE / Detrash Portland signs and a check in station. MAP LINK Getting There/ Parking: Walking/biking/taking Trimet to the event is encouraged. Free parking is available in the park parking lot. What's Provided: Heavy-duty garbage bags, litter grabbers, high-vis vests, and vinyl gloves are provided to all participants that need them. What to Bring: All volunteers must wear a MASK! Please also come wearing comfortable closed-toed shoes and your own pair of work gloves if you have them. We recommend bringing a filled reusable water bottle and if you are bringing anything else pack them in a backpack to keep your hands-free during events. Please also dress for the weather. COVID Safety: Wear a face covering. Observe social distancing throughout the cleanup. Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an attentive adult. Restrooms: Public restrooms at the park may be closed. There is a gas station across the street from the park. Please plan accordingly. Accessibility: The check-in area is in a place that is wheelchair accessible. Most of the cleanup work will take place on city sidewalks that are wheelchair accessible. Please reach out if you have any questions or a need for accommodations. We will do our best to support you. Youth Volunteers: Children are welcome if accompanied by an attentive adult. Youth volunteers ages 13-17 will have to have their guardian sign a separate youth waiver form if they are attending a SOLVE event without a guardian. Find the link to the youth waiver form here. Youth Waiver Form or here SOLVE | Volunteer Group Guide (solveoregon.org) Contact: For questions, please contact Peter Brewer peter@solveoregon.org

3/6/21 10:00 AM

This is a community tree planting event celebrating the completion of a fish passage project at Salmon Run Golf Course. Please make a reservation and join us to plant native trees along Jack Creek and it's wetlands habitats! Each family or "small group" will be scheduled at 30 minute intervals and be expected to follow all COVID safety guidelines including wearing a mask and social distancing. Please arrive within your designated half hour to help prevent a large crowd. Please bring: All materials will be provided Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Bring a filled water bottle to stay hydrated. Meet at: 99040 S Bank Chetco Rd, Brookings, OR - map Made possible by The FairWays Foundation, the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board, and SOLVE

3/6/21 10:30 AM

This is a community tree planting event celebrating the completion of a fish passage project at Salmon Run Golf Course. Please make a reservation and join us to plant native trees along Jack Creek and it's wetlands habitats! Each family or "small group" will be scheduled at 30 minute intervals and be expected to follow all COVID safety guidelines including wearing a mask and social distancing. Please arrive within your designated half hour to help prevent a large crowd. Please bring: All materials will be provided Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Bring a filled water bottle to stay hydrated. Meet at: 99040 S Bank Chetco Rd, Brookings, OR - map Made possible by The FairWays Foundation, the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board, and SOLVE

3/6/21 11:00 AM

This is a community tree planting event celebrating the completion of a fish passage project at Salmon Run Golf Course. Please make a reservation and join us to plant native trees along Jack Creek and it's wetlands habitats! Each family or "small group" will be scheduled at 30 minute intervals and be expected to follow all COVID safety guidelines including wearing a mask and social distancing. Please arrive within your designated half hour to help prevent a large crowd. Please bring: All materials will be provided Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Bring a filled water bottle to stay hydrated. Meet at: 99040 S Bank Chetco Rd, Brookings, OR - map Made possible by The FairWays Foundation, the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board, and SOLVE

3/6/21 11:30 AM

This is a community tree planting event celebrating the completion of a fish passage project at Salmon Run Golf Course. Please make a reservation and join us to plant native trees along Jack Creek and it's wetlands habitats! Each family or "small group" will be scheduled at 30 minute intervals and be expected to follow all COVID safety guidelines including wearing a mask and social distancing. Please arrive within your designated half hour to help prevent a large crowd. Please bring: All materials will be provided Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Bring a filled water bottle to stay hydrated. Meet at: 99040 S Bank Chetco Rd, Brookings, OR - map Made possible by The FairWays Foundation, the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board, and SOLVE

3/6/21 12:00 PM

This is a community tree planting event celebrating the completion of a fish passage project at Salmon Run Golf Course. Please make a reservation and join us to plant native trees along Jack Creek and it's wetlands habitats! Each family or "small group" will be scheduled at 30 minute intervals and be expected to follow all COVID safety guidelines including wearing a mask and social distancing. Please arrive within your designated half hour to help prevent a large crowd. Please bring: All materials will be provided Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Bring a filled water bottle to stay hydrated. Meet at: 99040 S Bank Chetco Rd, Brookings, OR - map Made possible by The FairWays Foundation, the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board, and SOLVE

3/6/21 12:30 PM

This is a community tree planting event celebrating the completion of a fish passage project at Salmon Run Golf Course. Please make a reservation and join us to plant native trees along Jack Creek and it's wetlands habitats! Each family or "small group" will be scheduled at 30 minute intervals and be expected to follow all COVID safety guidelines including wearing a mask and social distancing. Please arrive within your designated half hour to help prevent a large crowd. Please bring: All materials will be provided Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Bring a filled water bottle to stay hydrated. Meet at: 99040 S Bank Chetco Rd, Brookings, OR - map Made possible by The FairWays Foundation, the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board, and SOLVE

3/6/21 1:00 PM

This is a community tree planting event celebrating the completion of a fish passage project at Salmon Run Golf Course. Please make a reservation and join us to plant native trees along Jack Creek and it's wetlands habitats! Each family or "small group" will be scheduled at 30 minute intervals and be expected to follow all COVID safety guidelines including wearing a mask and social distancing. Please arrive within your designated half hour to help prevent a large crowd. Please bring: All materials will be provided Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Bring a filled water bottle to stay hydrated. Meet at: 99040 S Bank Chetco Rd, Brookings, OR - map Made possible by The FairWays Foundation, the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board, and SOLVE

3/6/21 1:30 PM

This is a community tree planting event celebrating the completion of a fish passage project at Salmon Run Golf Course. Please make a reservation and join us to plant native trees along Jack Creek and it's wetlands habitats! Each family or "small group" will be scheduled at 30 minute intervals and be expected to follow all COVID safety guidelines including wearing a mask and social distancing. Please arrive within your designated half hour to help prevent a large crowd. Please bring: All materials will be provided Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Bring a filled water bottle to stay hydrated. Meet at: 99040 S Bank Chetco Rd, Brookings, OR - map Made possible by The FairWays Foundation, the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board, and SOLVE

3/6/21 2:00 PM

This is a community tree planting event celebrating the completion of a fish passage project at Salmon Run Golf Course. Please make a reservation and join us to plant native trees along Jack Creek and it's wetlands habitats! Each family or "small group" will be scheduled at 30 minute intervals and be expected to follow all COVID safety guidelines including wearing a mask and social distancing. Please arrive within your designated half hour to help prevent a large crowd. Please bring: All materials will be provided Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Bring a filled water bottle to stay hydrated. Meet at: 99040 S Bank Chetco Rd, Brookings, OR - map Made possible by The FairWays Foundation, the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board, and SOLVE

3/6/21 2:30 PM

Please join together with SOLVE and community members for a cleanup in a high-need area along the I405 corridor. During this cleanup, you will work with SOLVE staff in a small group to clean up piles of trash around I405. This cleanup is for people 18 and over that are comfortable working on a project that has a higher presence of biohazards than a standard SOLVE cleanup. SOLVE staff will guide volunteers during the cleanup to be as safe as possible while we work. Together, we can make a powerful impact. NOTE: The location of this cleanup may change last minute. Keep an eye on your email account up until the morning of the cleanup for any last-minute location changes. When: Wednesday, March 10, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Advanced Registration: Pre-registration is required! Please sign up (Green Button Below) ahead of time so we know how many volunteers to expect and to fill out the volunteer waiver form. Check-In: Check-in and be ready to work at 9:00 AM. The event will run through 12:00 PM. Where: We will meet along SW 14th Ave on the east side of Lincoln High School in SW Portland. Look for SOLVE signs. MAP LINK. Getting There/ Parking: Walking/biking/ taking Trimet to the event is encouraged. Paid parking is available on the city streets. Please don't leave any valuables in your vehicle. What's Provided: Heavy-duty garbage bags, litter grabbers, and work gloves are provided to all participants. What to Bring: Come wearing work clothes, work or hiking boots, long pants, a backpack, snack, and a filled reusable water bottle. COVID Safety: Wear a face covering. Observe social distancing throughout the cleanup. Restrooms: No public restrooms will be available during this event. Please plan accordingly. Accessibility: This cleanup is not the best choice for someone in a wheelchair because our work area will not be ADA accessible. If you are looking for a cleanup that has better accessibility, please click here to look at the SOLVE site for other Portland area cleanups. Families/ Under 18: This cleanup is for participants that are 18 or older because we are working in a high-need area with a higher than average presence of biohazards. Questions? Please contact Dan Daly, event leader, with any questions you may have. dan@solveoregon.org

3/10/21 9:00 AM

Let's come together to take care of this well loved natural area. We will plant native plants to restore habitat and remove harmful litter from the land. Volunteers will gather along the Springwater Corridor (exact location sent to registered volunteers) to check in, then join together with staff from Portland Parks & Recreation, Lents Springwater Habitat Restoration Project, Johnson Creek Watershed Council, and SOLVE to restore habitat and pick up litter. Families are welcome to attend. When: Friday, March 12th, 2021 from 10am - 12pm How to Register: Please do BOTH of these things... 1) Sign up with SOLVE through the Green "Sign Up" Button below. 2) RSVP with Portland Parks & Recreation HERE. Meeting Location: Volunteers will be meeting along the springwater corridor, exact location will be emailed to registered volunteers. Parking is free. What's Provided: All tools and litter cleanup supplies will be provided. A face covering will be provided if you do not bring your own. What to Bring: Please come wearing a mask, closed-toed shoes, long pants, a filled reusable water bottle, snack and sun hat. Observe 6 foot physical distancing during check in and throughout the event. Restrooms: Public restrooms (ADA Accessable Portapotty) will be available during this event. Parking: Free parking. Do not leave valuables in your vehicle please. Contact: Contact monica@solveoregon.org with any questions. Thank you to SOLVE event sponsors National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF), Toyota Motor North America, International Paper (IP), and the Hilton Effect Foundation.

3/12/21 10:00 AM

Join us on this day wearing green to tidy up Downtown Hillsboro before St. Patrick's Day. We can't have a parade this year, but we can still celebrate our community through a day of service. We will be removing litter, cleaning graffiti, and doing some light gardening throughout Downtown. Your actions will help us to support the community in Downtown Hillsboro including local businesses, neighbors, and visitors. We will meet at the old bank building on 4th and Main to deploy volunteers throughout the Downtown area. Free parking is available at the lot on this corner. Make sure to bring water, dress appropriately for the weather, wear sturdy shoes and a mask to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all volunteers.

3/13/21 8:00 AM

We will be preparing, planting and mulching native plants in the Old Oak Lot. Tools, gloves, and a hot drink provided. Best to wear shoes or boots that can get dirty. Please bring and wear your own Covid-safe face mask. We will be praticing social distancing at this event. Meet at: Near N Edison St, and N Alta Ave, Portland, OR - map Please bring: Your own gardening gloves if you have them, or borrow ours! Please bring and wear your own Covid-safe face mask. All tools and instruction provided.

3/13/21 9:00 AM

Please join us in restoring the habitat in this beautiful community park. We remove invasive plant species, plant native plants, and maintain the trails in the park. Sahallie Illahee Park (along with Ibach Nature Park) are 5.5 acres of forest land and play ground structures. We have been working to restore the park habitat now for a couple years and thanks to community volunteers we are seeing excellent progress. We can provide gloves and tools but you are welcome to bring your own. We also provide snacks and soft drinks and water. Please dress for the weather in long sleeves and pants, and wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes. Please come wearing a face covering. Meet at Sahallie Illahee Park, 4300 Horton Rd. West Linn, OR - map

3/13/21 9:00 AM

Please join together with SOLVE and community members for a cleanup in a high-need area along SE Powell Blvd. During this cleanup, you will work with SOLVE staff in a small group to clean up piles of trash around Powell. This cleanup is for people 18 and over that are comfortable working on a project that has a higher presence of biohazards than a standard SOLVE cleanup. SOLVE staff will guide volunteers during the cleanup to be as safe as possible while we work. Together, we can make a powerful impact. NOTE: The location of this cleanup may change last minute. Keep an eye on your email account up until the morning of the cleanup for any last-minute location changes. When: Saturday, March 13, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Advanced Registration: Pre-registration is required! Please sign up (Green Button Below) ahead of time so we know how many volunteers to expect and to fill out the volunteer waiver form. Check-In: Check-in and be ready to work at 10:00 AM. The event will run through 1:00 PM. Where: We will meet in a parking lot on the north side of the building address below. Address 8535 SE Powell Blvd, Portland. Look for SOLVE signs. MAP LINK. Getting There/ Parking: Walking/biking/ taking Trimet to the event is encouraged. Free parking is available in the Kaiser lot and on city streets. Please don't leave any valuables in your vehicle. What's Provided: Heavy-duty garbage bags, litter grabbers, and work gloves are provided to all participants. What to Bring: Come wearing work clothes, work or hiking boots, long pants, a backpack, snack, and a filled reusable water bottle. COVID Safety: Wear a face covering. Observe social distancing throughout the cleanup. Restrooms: No public restrooms will be available during this event. Please plan accordingly. Accessibility: This cleanup is not the best choice for someone in a wheelchair because our work area will not be ADA accessible. If you are looking for a cleanup that has better accessibility, please click here to look at the SOLVE site for other Portland area cleanups. Families/ Under 18: This cleanup is for participants that are 18 or older because we are working in a high-need area with a higher than average presence of biohazards. Questions? Please contact Dan Daly, event leader, with any questions you may have. dan@solveoregon.org

3/13/21 10:00 AM

Come together with the St Johns Clutter Busters and community members for a cleanup in the St Johns Neighborhood starting at Pier Park at N. Bruce Ave and N. James St. by the disc golf course! This event will be entirely outdoors and will comply with social distancing guidelines. After a safety talk and getting cleanup supplies, we will spend a couple of hours picking up litter in the neighborhood to improve our community and protect our ecosystem. Join us in making Portland a better place! When: Saturday March 13th, 10:30am - 12:30pm Staggered Check In: To avoid a crowd at check in, arrive anytime between 10:30 - 11:00am for check in. Event will run from 10:30am – 12:30pm. Where: We will meet by the parking area at the corner of N. Bruce Ave and N. James St., located at 9100 N Bruce Ave, Portland, OR 97203. MAP LINK Getting There/ Parking: Walking/biking/taking Trimet to the event is encouraged. Free parking is available on the street, in front of the park. We will be focusing on Pier Park, but if you do bring a vehicle you can venture further from the park to other areas of St. Johns to maximize our impact. What's Provided: Heavy-duty garbage bags, litter grabbers, high-vis vests, and vinyl gloves are provided to all participants that need them. What to Bring: All volunteers must wear a MASK! Please also come wearing comfortable closed-toed shoes and your own pair of work gloves if you have them. We recommend bringing a filled reusable water bottle and if you are bringing anything else pack them in a backpack to keep your hands-free during events. Please also dress for the weather. This event will go on rain or shine. Advanced Registration: Pre-registration is required! Please sign up (Green Button Below) ahead of time so we know how many volunteers to expect, and to fill out the volunteer waiver form. COVID Safety: Wear a face covering. Observe social distancing throughout the cleanup. Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an attentive adult. Restrooms: There is a public restroom at the park, so please use the facilities prior to heading out into the neighborhood. Youth Volunteers: Children are welcome if accompanied by an attentive adult. Youth volunteers ages 13-17 will have to have their guardian sign a separate youth waiver form if they are attending a SOLVE event without a guardian. Find the link to the youth waiver form here. Youth Waiver Form or here SOLVE | Volunteer Group Guide (solveoregon.org)

3/13/21 10:30 AM

Join us on this day wearing green to tidy up Downtown Hillsboro before St. Patrick's Day. We can't have a parade this year, but we can still celebrate our community through a day of service. We will be removing litter, cleaning graffiti, and doing some light gardening throughout Downtown. Your actions will help us to support the community in Downtown Hillsboro including local businesses, neighbors, and visitors. We will meet at the old bank building on 4th and Main to deploy volunteers throughout the Downtown area. Free parking is available at the lot on this corner. Make sure to bring water, dress appropriately for the weather, wear sturdy shoes and a mask to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all volunteers.

3/13/21 12:00 PM

Come join your fellow Sunnyside and Richmond neighbors to clean up our special corner of Portland and show our neighborhood a little love! Rain or shine, join us to improve our community and pick up the litter before it washes down the storm drains and out to the ocean. Hawthorne Blvd is such a special place and we can all work together to keep it that way! When: Saturday March 13, 2:00 - 4:00pm Advanced Registration: Pre-registration is required! Please sign up (Green Button Below) ahead of time so we know how many volunteers to expect and to fill out the volunteer waiver form. Where: Meet up in the Umpqua/Toadstool parking lot across the street from Dairy Hill on SE 36th on the north side of Hawthorne Blvd. MAP LINK Getting There/Parking: Walking, biking or taking Trimet to the event is encouraged. Street parking is available on Hawthorne and on side streets. Please do not park in the Umpqua/Toadstool parking lot since we are already using some parking spots for our check-in area and regular customers need some parking too. What's Provided: Heavy-duty garbage bags, litter grabbers and vinyl gloves are provided to all participants that need them. What to Bring: Please come wearing a face covering, closed-toed shoes, and bring a filled reusable water bottle. If you have your own gloves, litter grabber, litter bag, or 5 gallon bucket, you are welcome to bring those as well. COVID Safety: Wear a face covering. Observe social distancing throughout the cleanup. Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an attentive adult. Restrooms: Only limited restroom access is available in nearby businesses. Please plan accordingly. Accessibility: The check in location will be in an area that is wheelchair accessible. The majority of the cleanup area is on city sidewalks that are wheelchair accessible. Questions? Please contact Vincent Dawans, event leader, with any questions you may have. dawansv@gmail.com

3/13/21 2:00 PM

Join us at the beloved Mary S. Young Park to help restore the habitat for wildlife and humans at these first Saturday work days. Volunteers have worked continuously for more than 10 years to remove ivy and other non-native vegetation, plant native plants and trees, build trails, etc. You will get a good workout and feel good about contributing to the health of this beautiful forest. Tools are provided. Work gloves and sturdy footwear recommended. Activities include: Planting native plants. Meet at Mary S. Young State Park in West Linn Google maps - https://goo.gl/maps/XXneyqo6Bpx

3/14/21 9:00 AM

Portland is a strong, resilient city, but it needs help. Join SOLVE for a day of downtown litter cleanups, in partnership with the Urban Renaissance Group, Unico, Lincoln Property Company, the Portland Business Alliance, and the Portland Lodging Alliance. By volunteering, you are helping to not only beautify our city streets but also ensuring our waterways and local wildlife stay healthy too. Keep our rivers and streets clean, enjoy the sights of downtown Portland, and know that the work you are engaging in has many benefits for our community, our local businesses, and our environment! Please note that this event is a litter cleanup and will not include graffiti removal. When: Thursday, March 18, 2021 Staggered Check-In: Event check-in will run from 8:45 AM to 9:30 AM. Arrive any time during this window. This will allow for a smaller crowd than checking in all at once. The event will run through 11:30 AM. Advanced Registration Required: Pre-registration is required! Please sign up (green button below) ahead of time so you can sign our electronic waiver to help avoid crowding during check-in.​ Meeting Location: Volunteers will meet outside Providence Park, located at 1844 SW Morrison St, Portland. Look for SOLVE signs and the check-in table off 18th Ave. Volunteers will check-in and then spread out into the nearby parks and streets. MAP. What's Provided: Heavy-duty garbage bags, litter grabbers, safety vests, and vinyl gloves are provided for all participants. What to Bring: Please come wearing a face covering, closed-toed shoes, with a filled reusable water bottle. Feel free to bring the following items to help us reduce the number of disposable supplies we distribute: Reusable bag or 5-gallon bucket, garden or work gloves, litter grabber. Observe social distancing throughout the cleanup. Parking: Paid parking available along nearby streets and parking garages. Bathrooms: There will be no public restrooms available during this event. Please plan accordingly. Accessibility: The check-in location will be in an area that is wheelchair accessible. The majority of the cleanup area is on city sidewalks that are wheelchair accessible. Contact: Contact larissa@solveoregon.org with any registration questions.

3/18/21 8:45 AM

Portland is a strong, resilient city, but it needs help. Join SOLVE for a day of downtown litter cleanups, in partnership with the Urban Renaissance Group, Unico, Lincoln Property Company, the Portland Business Alliance, and the Portland Lodging Alliance. By volunteering, you are helping to not only beautify our city streets but also ensuring our waterways and local wildlife stay healthy too. Keep our rivers and streets clean, enjoy the sights of downtown Portland, and know that the work you are engaging in has many benefits for our community, our local businesses, and our environment! Please note that this event is a litter cleanup and will not include graffiti removal. When: Thursday, March 18, 2021 Staggered Check-In: Event check-in will run from 8:45 AM to 9:30 AM. Arrive any time during this window. This will allow for a smaller crowd than checking in all at once. The event will run through 11:30 AM. Advanced Registration Required: Pre-registration is required! Please sign up (green button below) ahead of time so you can sign our electronic waiver to help avoid crowding during check-in.​ Meeting Location: Volunteers will meet at The Benson Hotel at 309 SW Broadway, Portland. Look for SOLVE signs and the check-in table. Volunteers will check-in and then spread out into the nearby parks and streets. MAP. What's Provided: Heavy-duty garbage bags, litter grabbers, safety vests, and vinyl gloves are provided for all participants. What to Bring: Please come wearing a face covering, closed-toed shoes, with a filled reusable water bottle. Feel free to bring the following items to help us reduce the number of disposable supplies we distribute: Reusable bag or 5-gallon bucket, garden or work gloves, litter grabber. Observe social distancing throughout the cleanup. Parking: Paid parking available along nearby streets and parking garages. Bathrooms: There will be no public restrooms available during this event. Please plan accordingly. Accessibility: The check-in location will be in an area that is wheelchair accessible. The majority of the cleanup area is on city sidewalks that are wheelchair accessible. Contact: Contact larissa@solveoregon.org with any registration questions.

3/18/21 8:45 AM

Portland is a strong, resilient city, but it needs help. Join SOLVE for a day of downtown litter cleanups, in partnership with the Urban Renaissance Group, Unico, Lincoln Property Company, the Portland Business Alliance, and the Portland Lodging Alliance. By volunteering, you are helping to not only beautify our city streets but also ensuring our waterways and local wildlife stay healthy too. Keep our rivers and streets clean, enjoy the sights of downtown Portland, and know that the work you are engaging in has many benefits for our community, our local businesses, and our environment! Please note that this event is a litter cleanup and will not include graffiti removal. When: Thursday, March 18, 2021 Staggered Check-In: Event check-in will run from 8:45 AM to 9:30 AM. Arrive any time during this window. This will allow for a smaller crowd than checking in all at once. The event will run through 11:30 AM. Advanced Registration Required: Pre-registration is required! Please sign up (green button below) ahead of time so you can sign our electronic waiver to help avoid crowding during check-in.​ Meeting Location: Volunteers will meet on the street outside of Northwest Academy at 1130 SW Main St, Portland. Look for SOLVE signs and the check-in table. Volunteers will check-in and then spread out into the nearby parks and streets. MAP. What's Provided: All cleanup supplies will be provided by SOLVE: Heavy-duty garbage bags, litter grabbers, safety vests, and vinyl gloves. What to Bring: Please come wearing a face covering, closed-toed shoes, a filled reusable water bottle, and a backpack. Observe social distancing throughout the cleanup. Feel free to bring the following items to help us reduce the number of disposable supplies we distribute: Reusable trash bag or 5-gallon bucket, garden or work gloves, litter grabber. Parking: Paid parking available along nearby streets and parking garages. Bathrooms: The school will be closed and there will be no public restrooms available during this event. Please plan accordingly. Accessibility: The check-in location will be in an area that is wheelchair accessible. The majority of the cleanup area is on city sidewalks that are wheelchair accessible. Contact: Contact larissa@solveoregon.org with any registration questions.

3/18/21 8:45 AM

​ Portland is a strong, resilient city, but it needs help. Join SOLVE for a day of downtown litter cleanups, in partnership with the Urban Renaissance Group, Unico, Lincoln Property Company, the Portland Business Alliance, and the Portland Lodging Alliance. By volunteering, you are helping to not only beautify our city streets but also ensuring our waterways and local wildlife stay healthy too. Keep our rivers and streets clean, enjoy the sights of downtown Portland, and know that the work you are engaging in has many benefits for our community, our local businesses, and our environment! Please note that this event is a litter cleanup and will not include graffiti removal. When: Thursday, March 18, 2021 Staggered Check-In: Event check-in will run from 8:45 AM to 9:30 AM. Arrive any time during this window. This will allow for a smaller crowd than checking in all at once. The event will run through 11:30 AM. Advanced Registration Required: Pre-registration is required! Please sign up (green button below) ahead of time so you can sign our electronic waiver to help avoid crowding during check-in.​ Meeting Location: Volunteers will be meeting at Tom McCall Waterfront Park, underneath the Hawthorne bridge. MAP. What's Provided: Heavy-duty garbage bags, litter grabbers, safety vests, and vinyl gloves are provided for all participants. What to Bring: Please come wearing a face covering, closed-toed shoes, with a filled reusable water bottle. Feel free to bring the following items to help us reduce the number of disposable supplies we distribute: Reusable bag or 5-gallon bucket, garden or work gloves, litter grabber. Observe social distancing throughout the cleanup. Parking: Paid parking available along nearby streets and parking garages. Bathrooms: There will be no public restrooms available during this event. Please plan accordingly. Contact: Contact larissa@solveoregon.org with any registration questions.

3/18/21 8:45 AM

Come join us for the final Stewardship Saturday of the season, at the Parkrose Boat Launch! We will be planting native plants that will help filter water, create homes for wildlife, and provide food for pollinators. Face coverings and 6 ft social distancing required. *Important* You MUST register here to attend: https://bit.ly/ StewardshipSaturdays Due to public health guidelines, we must cap the attendance at this event, and registration is required.

3/20/21 9:00 AM

Event Details: Join Portland Parks & Recreation's No Ivy League and SOLVE for a morning of invasive species removal in Forest Park. Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own face coverings, gloves, hand sanitizer, water and snacks. Tools, gloves, and face coverings will be provided as needed. Volunteers will be required to wear face coverings throughout the event.Volunteers will take a short hike (up to 1 mile) to the site and will be working on uneven ground. Meeting location will be emailed once you are registered. Questions: Call or text Mary Verrilli at 503-823-8367 Here are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event. Registration is required for all stewardship events. Complete a health screening (brief online survey) before attending each event: https://c19oregon.com/  Please volunteer close to home or in your community. Stay home if you are experiencing symptoms of any contagious illness or have had recent contact with someone exhibiting symptoms of any illness. Bring a face covering to be worn at the event and maintain at least 6 feet physical distance from others. PP&R will provide face coverings for anyone who doesn’t have their own.    Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own gloves, water and snacks. PP&R will provide tools and gloves for anyone who does not have their own, and training for the days activity. In order to ensure your comfort and safety, please remember to dress for the weather, wear close-toed shoes, bring a water bottle, and be ready to get dirty! Unless otherwise noted, all events are family-friendly and all ages are welcome to participate. However, children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult for the duration of the event. We encourage you to attend events with members of your household/family! While groups are welcome to join many of our regularly scheduled stewardship events, please contact the event coordinator listed in the description before arriving with a large group. This will ensure that there are enough gloves and tools for everyone to work. We are also available to schedule special service events at your group's convenience during the week or on weekends. Learn more about programs for groups.

3/20/21 9:00 AM

Families are welcome to help the Friends of Maddax Woods clean the trails and garden areas in the park. Make this a monthly tradition! All ages and ability levels are needed. We have tools and gloves and provide donated, individually wrapped refreshments and water for all. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Activities include: Invasive Plant Removal, Litter Cleanup, Maintenance & Monitoring, Trail blazing and path paving. Meet at 5785 River St, West Linn Google Maps - https://goo.gl/maps/LvPtukm2r9k

3/20/21 9:00 AM

Event Details: Join Portland Parks & Recreation Friends of Woods Memorial Park and SOLVE for a morning of invasive species removal. Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own face coverings, gloves, hand sanitizer, water and snacks. Tools, gloves, and face coverings will be provided as needed. Volunteers will be required to wear face coverings throughout the event. Volunteers will take a short hike (up to 1 mile) to the site and will be working on uneven ground. Meeting location will be emailed once you are registered. Questions: Call or text Mary Verrilli at 503-823-8367 Here are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event. Registration is required for all stewardship events. Complete a health screening  (brief online survey) before attending each event: https://c19oregon.com/  Please volunteer close to home or in your community. Stay home if you are experiencing symptoms of any contagious illness or have had recent contact with someone exhibiting symptoms of any illness. Bring  a  face covering  to be worn at the event and  maintain at  least  6 feet physical distance  from others.  PP&R will provide face coverings for anyone who doesn’t have their  own.    Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own gloves, water and snacks. PP&R will provide tools and gloves for anyone who does not have their own, and training for the days activity. In order to ensure your comfort and safety, please remember to dress for the weather, wear close-toed shoes, bring a water bottle, and be ready to get dirty! Unless otherwise noted, all events are family-friendly and all ages are welcome to participate. However, children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult for the duration of the event. We encourage you to attend events with members of your household/family! While groups are welcome to join many of our regularly scheduled stewardship events, please contact the event coordinator listed in the description before arriving with a large group. This will ensure that there are enough gloves and tools for everyone to work. We are also available to schedule special service events at your group's convenience during the week or on weekends.

3/27/21 9:00 AM

Join us on March 27th, 2021 for a Community Clean-up Day here in Prineville. Groups/Individuals will meet in Pioneer Park and be assigned a clean-up location. Check-in starts at 12:30 and clean-up starts at 1 and goes until 3 pm. Contact Eli Tomlinson (541-447-1209) at Crook County Parks and Recreation for any questions.

3/27/21 1:00 PM

Join us and the Masons Help organization to help tidy up the corner of 2nd Avenue and Lincoln Street. "By working directly with human beings, we hope to strengthen community spirit and encourage others to step up and take an active, positive role in the places where they live." - Masons Help We will be tending to the landscape around the Masonic Lodge including graffiti removal, weeding, laying down landscape fabric, and mulching the bed among other tasks. This collaborative event will focus on community building through service with our neighbors in Downtwon Hillsboro. We will be meeting on the corner of 2nd Avenue and Main Street by the Mason's building. There is street parking available nearby, but please plan on arriving early to secure a parking space nearby. Come prepared by dressing for the weather and to do some physical work outside. Bring a rain jacket and wear sturdy shoes, bring some water, and a mask to keep all of our volunteers safe.

3/28/21 9:00 AM

Join us at the beloved Mary S. Young Park to help restore the habitat for wildlife and humans at these first Saturday work days. Volunteers have worked continuously for more than 10 years to remove ivy and other non-native vegetation, plant native plants and trees, build trails, etc. You will get a good workout and feel good about contributing to the health of this beautiful forest. Tools are provided. Work gloves and sturdy footwear recommended. Activities include: Planting native plants. Meet at Mary S. Young State Park in West Linn Google maps - https://goo.gl/maps/XXneyqo6Bpx

4/3/21 9:00 AM

*Registration is FREE - but required* WanderlustTours.com/cave-cleanup ABOUT Thanks for your interest in volunteering with Wanderlust Tours and other local businesses to help cleanup the Central Oregon caves! Wanderlust Tours partners with the Oregon High Desert Grotto, Deschutes National Forest, Visit Central Oregon and other local businesses to clean up our local caves. Clean Up Date: May 1, 2021 | 8:30AM - 12:00PM INCLUDES Gear: Helmet, headlamp Transportation: to and from the event, departing from our office PLEASE BRING Layers: Warm layers— the caves are cool! Miscellaneous Gear: Gloves, Close-toed shoes, water bottle Snacks: Bring snacks (if desired)

5/1/21 8:30 AM

Join us at the beloved Mary S. Young Park to help restore the habitat for wildlife and humans at these first Saturday work days. Volunteers have worked continuously for more than 10 years to remove ivy and other non-native vegetation, plant native plants and trees, build trails, etc. You will get a good workout and feel good about contributing to the health of this beautiful forest. Tools are provided. Work gloves and sturdy footwear recommended. Activities include: Planting native plants. Meet at Mary S. Young State Park in West Linn Google maps - https://goo.gl/maps/XXneyqo6Bpx

5/1/21 9:00 AM

Families are welcome to help the Friends of Maddax Woods clean the trails and garden areas in the park. Make this a monthly tradition! All ages and ability levels are needed. We have tools and gloves and provide donated, individually wrapped refreshments and water for all. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Activities include: Invasive Plant Removal, Litter Cleanup, Maintenance & Monitoring, Trail blazing and path paving. Meet at 5785 River St, West Linn Google Maps - https://goo.gl/maps/LvPtukm2r9k

5/15/21 9:00 AM

Join us on Thursday, May 20th as we celebrate the kick-off of the SOLVE Summer Waterway Cleanup Series, in partnership with Clackamas Water Environment Services. We will be removing harmful litter from the 3-Creeks Natural Area, helping to keep our streams, rivers, and communities clean and healthy! When: Thursday, May 20th, 2021 Staggered Check In: Event check in will run from 9:00 - 9:30 AM. Arrive anytime during this window. This will allow for a smaller crowd than checking in all at once. The event will run through 12:00 PM. What to Bring: All cleanup supplies will be provided, but please come wearing a face covering, long pants and closed-toe shoes, with a filled, reusable water bottle and sunscreen. If you have your own gloves, litter grabber, and litter bucket, you are encouraged to bring those as well. Observe social distancing throughout the cleanup. Don't forget your face covering! Location: Volunteers will meet at: 3-Creeks Natural Area 7300 SE Harmony Rd Milwaukie, OR Parking is available at the North Clackamas Aquatic Park. Look for the SOLVE signs to find the check-in table. Thank you to our Waterway Cleanup Series Sponsor:

5/20/21 9:00 AM

The World We Want Beach Clean Up Please join us in supporting SOLVE in their drive to make the world a better place. We will be cleaning up the beach at Yachats ocean Road State natural site (https://stateparks.oregon.gov/index.cfm?do=park.profile&parkId=93). May 22nd, 1:30 until 3:30. Bring: gloves , trash bags, warm clothes, water, food, trash pickers, or other things to make yourself comfortable.please plan on hauling trash with you. Caution: it is the ocean-please be cautious! Low tide is 3:30. While we strive to make our events accessible to all, the location of this event is rocky terrine . Supervised Children are welcome however consider safety in planning . In addition, weather may be challenging as well. Please contact Ame Beard for questions or concerns at : Ame_beard@yahoo.com 541.870.1622

5/22/21 1:30 PM

Join us at the beloved Mary S. Young Park to help restore the habitat for wildlife and humans at these first Saturday work days. Volunteers have worked continuously for more than 10 years to remove ivy and other non-native vegetation, plant native plants and trees, build trails, etc. You will get a good workout and feel good about contributing to the health of this beautiful forest. Tools are provided. Work gloves and sturdy footwear recommended. Activities include: Planting native plants. Meet at Mary S. Young State Park in West Linn Google maps - https://goo.gl/maps/XXneyqo6Bpx

6/5/21 9:00 AM

Families are welcome to help the Friends of Maddax Woods clean the trails and garden areas in the park. Make this a monthly tradition! All ages and ability levels are needed. We have tools and gloves and provide donated, individually wrapped refreshments and water for all. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Activities include: Invasive Plant Removal, Litter Cleanup, Maintenance & Monitoring, Trail blazing and path paving. Meet at 5785 River St, West Linn Google Maps - https://goo.gl/maps/LvPtukm2r9k

6/19/21 9:00 AM

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2021 | 1:30PM - 5:30PM *Registration is FREE - but required* | Wanderlusttours.com/cascade-lakes-clean-up SPECIAL PLACES DESERVE SPECIAL ATTENTION For over a quarter century, Wanderlust Tours has been giving back to the beautiful Central Oregon landscape and bringing our community together through volunteer events. After the summer months, our high lakes need some TLC. Join the Wanderlust Tours staff in picking up trash from these special places! DETAILS Sunday, October 11, 2020 | 1:30PM - 5:30PM Check out a recap of 2020’s clean up efforts here: 2020 Community Clean Up *Registration is FREE - but required* INCLUDED Transportation: to and from the Cascade Lakes Clean up gear: Garbage bags, gloves PLEASE BRING Sun Protection: Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen (if needed) Layers: Warm layers for variable weather Miscellaneous Gear: Water bottle, camera, appropriate footwear for walking/hiking Snacks: Bring snacks (if desired) SAFETY Masks: We will require masks when in our vans and when we are not able to physically distance. Transportation: We are limiting our van capacity to 9 people plus our Guide. We are encouraging folks to ride in our vans to limit the number of vehicles and our impact. We also have Group Voluntoursim Opportunities - perfect for staff offsites, team-building, and corporate retreats. Contact info@WanderlustTours.com for more information.

10/10/21 1:30 PM