Volunteer Planting at Multnomah Channel Marsh Natural Area

Learn how to make willow cuttings and install them into the floodplain habitat of Crabapple Creek and the Multnomah Channel. This will enhance water quality and the habitat for salmon, Northern red-legged frogs, coastal cutthroat trout, trumpeter swans, acorn woodpeckers and more!

Sunday, November 1st, 9:30 AM -12:30 PM

Pre-registration is required.

• All ages and abilities are welcome. No prior experience is necessary. Please let us know if you need accommodations to participate due to language, disability, or other additional needs.
• Youth age 15 + may volunteer without an adult present.

Accessibility: The planting site is about 1/2 mile from the parking area on a flat gravel path. Planting will be on uneven ground.

We'll provide: Planting gloves, tools, snacks and warm beverages.

What to wear: Long sleeves, pants, sturdy sneakers or boots. Dress for the weather: extra layers are helpful.

What you should bring: Water bottle, sun/raingear, bag lunch or snack.

Schedule:

9:30 AM - Check in, hike into planting site

9:45 AM - Introductions and project orientation

10:00 AM - Planting native trees and shrubs (taking breaks when needed)

12:00 Clean up, wrap up and hike back to the parking area.

12:30 PM - End of event

Thanks to our project partners and funders! Metro Regional Government, Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board, and ODFW Oregon Conservation Recreation Fund.