Terwilliger Parkway Stewardship Event

Project details

Join Portland Parks & Recreation and Friends of Terwilliger to remove noxious weeds. By removing invasively growing species and planting a diversity of native plants we help to enhance wildlife habitat, encourages regeneration of native plant species and prevent erosion and water runoff.

Want to stay informed and get more involved with Terwilliger Parkway? Don't forget to sign up for the Friends of Terwilliger Newsletter!

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

Please click the button below to register on the PP&R volunteer database. 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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LocationMeeting Location

Meeting location will be emailed to registered volunteers the day before the event.

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 (not ADA compliant).

Helpful information for participants

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.

Service HoursCourt-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 contact Monica Walker at [email protected] or call/text 503-823-8367.