Events
Volunteer at Fanno Creek Natural Area to improve this important natural area.
Saturday, January 18, 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Project details:
Join Westside Watershed Resource Center for a morning of English ivy removal at this Portland Parks & Recreation natural area that Fanno Creek runs through on its way to the Tualatin River. We will be removing ground ivy and preparing the site to plant native plant species.
This is a great way to get outside and enjoy nature. We will be working on uneven ground so please wear closed toed, sturdy shoes and weather appropriate clothing. Tools, gloves, and project instruction provided. Snacks and refreshments will be provided.
Registration is required.
Meeting location: SW 39th Dr. and SW 38th Pl., Portland, OR 97221
Parking and public transit: This site is accessible via Beaverton-Hillsdale Highway (OR-10). Street parking is available on SW 39th Ave, near the intersection of SW 38th Pl. Public transit: #54 and #56 both service SW 39th Ave and Beaverton-Hillsdale Highway. From SW 39th and Beaverton- Hillsdale Highway, walk north .1 miles up SW 39th Ave to SW 38th Pl. Site will be located on the west side of SW 39th Ave.
Children 10+ are welcome, if accompanied by an attentive adult. Youth 16+ may attend independently with parent permission. Please note that the short path to where we will be working is a little steep.
Accessibility: This event will require bending over and walking on uneven surfaces. There is a short, steep, and narrow section of the trail to get to the site.
Questions? For more information, please contact Seth Healy at manager@westsidewatersheds.org or 503-865-6759.
Thank you for your interest in volunteering to keep Portland's natural areas healthy, beautiful, and safe for people and wildlife!