Join Portland Parks & Recreation, Portland Fire & Rescue and the FireWise community for a Wildfire Risk Reduction work party. We will be removing downed wood to help reduce the risk of wildfire in Governors Park. No previous experience is necessary, all tools, training, and guidance will be provided. This event does require navigating a steep slope.
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.
Registration is required!
EVENT FULL - Please check our calendar for other opportunities to get involved.
Meeting Location:
Governors Park closest address: 1427 SW Davenport St
Map link:
Click here for a link to Google Maps
Parking and public transit: Parking can be found along SW Davenport St. We will meet on the north side of the road on SW Davenport St. This site is not easily accessible by public transportation.
Questions?
Email Charlie at Charles.Nappi@portlandoregon.gov or text/call at 503-823-6537.
This event is not suitable for children under 14.
Accessibility: This event will require bending over, walking off-trail on uneven surfaces, navigating a steep slope and carrying wood uphill.
Thank you for your interest in volunteering to keep Portland's natural area parks healthy, beautiful, and safe for people and wildlife! Here are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event.
- Registration is required for all stewardship events.
- 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!
- 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 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.