Forest Park Restoration Stewardship Event

Join Portland Parks & Recreation to remove English ivy. By removing noxious weeds, we create space for native plant regeneration, increase biodiversity, enhance wildlife habitat and reduce erosion. This is a great way to get outside and enjoy nature.

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.

Please click the button below to register on the PP&R database. You must have an account to register and creating an account requires a name (does not need to be your legal name), zip code and password. If you are not comfortable creating a login to register for any reason, please reach out to [email protected] and we can help you get registered.

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There is plenty of parking along the NW Savier and NW Aspen intersection, which is a quick walk to the trailhead. Please do not park on Holman Lane.

The 15 Bus drops off at NW Vaughn and 27th, which is a 20+ minute walk to the trailhead. Bikers are able to lock their bikes at the trailhead as long as the bikes do not obstruct the gate or the walk through on the sides of the gate. More information can be found at Trimet.org.

Forest Park Holman Meadow Meeting Location

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

This event will require bending over, walking off-trail on uneven surfaces and may walking up to 15 minutes on a steep slope. A portable restroom will be available at this site (not ADA compliant).

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.

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.

For more information contact Monica Walker at [email protected] or call/text 503-823-8367.