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! 

We are partnering with the City of Portland Natural Areas Stewardship Team, run by Portland Parks & Recreation's Natural Area Stewardship program. They works with volunteers of all ages to help enhance and restore Portland Parks natural areas, to provide habitat to wildlife and insects, and provide safe trails to park visitors. We are grateful for their partnership!

Come and help us lay down mulch around the beautiful plants that volunteers installed on March 1st.

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, April 19th, 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.