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Volunteer

Program

Portland Parks & Recreation welcomes you to volunteer alongside our teams.

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Get Outside in Natural Areas and Trails

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Get Active with Recreation Opportunities

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Get Together for a Group Project

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Plant and Care for Trees

Peninsula Rose Garden volunteers

Keep Parks and Gardens Beautiful

Community Service

Community Service Hours

Friends of Gabriel Park

Portland Parks & Recreation Friends Groups

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Learn About Community Partnerships

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Contact

Volunteer Services

Volunteer.Services@portlandoregon.gov

Events

Forest Park Stewardship Event

Join Portland Parks & Recreation to enhance habitat for plants and wildlife in Forest Park!

November 8, 2025 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Volunteer Event

Oregon Natives Heritage Tree Walk

Join us for a 1-mile guided walking tour through Arbor Lodge on Saturday, November 8th from 10am-12pm to discover three magnificent Oregon native heritage trees and learn about their botanical, historical, and cultural significance.

November 8, 2025 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Community Event

Wilkes Park Tending Time

Join Portland Parks & Recreation for volunteer days every second Tuesday of the month to support stewardship efforts at Wilkes Park! Help us revive the pollinator patch and take care of the native plants at the park!

November 10, 2025 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Volunteer Event

Marquam Nature Park - Stewardship Event

Join PP&R and Forest Park Conservancy to remove invasively growing ivy in Marquam Nature Park!

November 12, 2025 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Volunteer Event

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