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Stewardship Saturday - Planting at Columbia Children’s Arboretum

  • Columbia Childrens Arboretum 10040 NE 6th Dr Portland, OR, 97211 United States (map)

Come join the Columbia Slough Watershed Council and Portland Parks and Recreation as we continue work to restore one of the great hidden gems of the watershed, The Columbia Children’s Arboretum!  Come and help us install native plants to improve habitat, look at the state trees for all 50 states, and have fun outside on a nice spring morning. 

People of all ages and abilities are welcome at this event, no experience necessary.  We will provide all the tools and help you need to participate in the event. As well as snacks, hot coffee and hot water for tea/cocoa.  This is rain or shine, so please dress appropriately for the weather, wear close-toed shoes, bring a water bottle, and be ready to get dirty!

**Note: Please register for the event in order to be notified for any updates or cancellations!**


Date & Time: Saturday, March 1st, from 10am to 1pm

Location: Columbia Children's Arboretum.  Park/enter through the NE 6th Dr entrance and follow the event signs into the park where we will be set up.  Parking will be available in the parking lot and along NE 6th Dr.

Transit: Trimet Line #6 to NE Vancouver way and NE Walker, from here follow NE Walker to NE 6th DR and continue less than 1/4 mile to the park on your right.

Accessibility: This event will involve bending and stooping to dig and plant on soft, uneven ground. There are 2 ADA Porta Potties on site at either entrance of the park. Stay home if you are experiencing symptoms of any contagious illness or have had recent contact with someone exhibiting symptoms of any illness.

If you have any questions or concerns please contact our Stewardship Director, Caitlin, at caitlin.costello@columbiaslough.org.

Earlier Event: February 26
Slough Science: Mason Bees
Later Event: March 10
Run the Slough!