Project details
Join Portland Parks & Recreation and the Columbia Slough Watershed Council to plant native plants in the natural areas of Columbia Children's Arboretum. The 27 acres of Columbia Children's Arboretum is a gem of a park nestled in NE Portland, boasting a collection of trees from all over the world, a small apple orchard, and natural areas that are habitat to beaver, turtles, birds and more. Planting a diversity of native plants helps to create more habitat for wildlife and helps keep the air and water clean for animals and humans alike.
Please bring your own water bottle, wear closed toe shoes, and dress for the weather. Instructions, tools, and gloves will be provided, as well as coffee, tea, and light snacks.
Registration is required!
Please click the button below to register.
Questions? For more information contact Columbia Slough Stewardship Director, Caitlin Costello: caitlin.costello@columbiaslough.org; 971-803-0242
Meeting Location:10040 NE 6th Drive, Portland, OR 97211.
Parking and public transportation: Park on NE 6th Drive if the small parking lot is full. Please do not leave valuables in your vehicle.
It is a .5 mile walk from the #6 bus stop on NE Vancouver and NE 6th Drive.
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. A portable restroom will be available at this site (ADA compliant)
- Registration is required for all stewardship events.
- Stay home if you are experiencing symptoms of any contagious illness.
- All tools, gloves and training to do the task is provided.
- 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!
- 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.
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