The Reset Pledge: Columbia Springs - Family-Friendly 1/2 Day

Columbia Springs is partnering with Washington Trails Association for this family friendly event! This event is perfect for volunteers who want to spend a couple of hours working outside in Columbia Springs' beautiful natural area. Projects typically include removing invasive species, trail maintenance, and improving the accessibility and safety of the site. Columbia Springs will provide tools, gloves, and guidance. Volunteers are asked to bring a water bottle, gloves (if you have them), wear closed-toe shoes, and dress in outdoor/work-appropriate clothing.

Take the Reset Pledge, a commitment to step away from screens and contribute to a collective goal of 10 million+ hours of real-world connection on January 24, 2026. Come spend the morning sprucing up the trails at this gem of an education center! There will be a variety of tasks appropriate for children (ages 7+) and adults.  

Our main goal here is to maintain several small loop trails at the Columbia Springs Education Center. There will be a variety of tasks including using digging tools to maintain the walking surface of the trail, using cutting tools to remove vegetation from the trail, or simply hand-pulling invasive plants from near the trail. If you have a question about whether this would be fun for you or a child you would like to bring with you, please contact SW Regional Coordinator stasia honnold at shonnold@wta.org

Please register in advance as spots are limited!: https://www.columbiasprings.org/volunteer/  

Volunteer Requirements: Children under age 14 are welcome to volunteer with their parent or guardian. Teens under age 18 can volunteer independently with their guardian’s signed permission.

Questions? Email jamie@columbiasprings.org

Learn about this and other great upcoming events at: https://www.columbiasprings.org/events/