Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge Stewardship Event

Project Details

Help improve the habitat of Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge with Portland Parks & Recreation and the Friends of Oaks Bottom. We will be removing non-native plants such as teasel, thistle, and Himalayan blackberry to benefit the health of this ecosystem and provide more habitat for local wildlife. Please wear long durable pants, weather appropriate layers, and closed toed shoes. Gloves, tools, light snacks, warm beverages and instruction will be provided.

Registration is required.

Registration form

Location

Parking and Public Transportation

There is a small lot at the Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge North Parking Lot. If the parking lot is full, there is additional parking along SE Milwaukie Avenue.

Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge - North Parking Lot

Meeting Location

Park at and enter the part at the North Parking Lot & Trailhead. Enter the trail which will be marked with a white A-frame sign on the south side of the parking lot.  There will be about a ~10 minute walk downhill on a paved path to our meeting site. Follow the event signs and look for the green canopy. 

Children are Welcome

Any child under 14 years of age needs to be accompanied by an attentive adult

Accessibility

This event will require bending over and walking off-trail on uneven surfaces. Our group will be working mostly on flat but uneven terrain. A portable restroom will be available at this site (not ADA compliant).

Helpful information for participants

• We will provide all the tools, gloves and training you will need for this volunteer work.
• 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!
• Stay home if you are experiencing symptoms of any contagious illness or have had recent contact with someone exhibiting symptoms of any illness.
• While groups are welcome to join many of our regularly scheduled stewardship events, please contact annemarie.santos@portlandoregon.gov before arriving with a large group. This will ensure 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 on our Volunteer Stewardship for Groups page. 

Service Hours

Court Ordered Community Service

If you are looking for community service to fulfill court requirements, please call 503-823-5121. You must be registered with our program before undertaking any community service

Other Community Service Hours

To verify participation for school or other service hour requirements, please bring your own method of tracking and check in with the Stewardship Coordinator or event leader during the event to get a signature or other verification. Please follow registration guidelines for the event you would like to participate in for service. 

Questions

For more information, please contact Anne Marie Santos 503-729-0318 or annemarie.santos@portlandoregon.gov