Join the Lower Columbia Nature Network at Good Year Farms for our 2nd annual Seeds for Education seed sorting & packing event!

LCNN Partners support educators and students in many ways to connect with outdoor, hands-one learning. Whether it is our Take Learning Outside workshops for educators throughout the school year or specialized programs for regional field trips, we are excited to connect schools with resources.

The Seeds for Education program brings local gardeners together to share seeds, sort and package to distribute to area schools. We invite all interested gardeners to share part of your harvest with us!

What kinds of seeds are needed, you ask? All kinds:

• Vegetables - learning how to source local foods is an important life skill (plus, fresh food always tastes better!)

• Cut flowers - perennial cut flowers means that you plant once, and you have flowers from spring to fall. Cut flower gardens are great for those hands on projects such as small flower vases, teacher appreciation gifts, art projects, science observations (think petals, symmetry, parts of the plant, etc. - like NGSS K-LS1-1. Use observations to describe patterns of what plants and animals (including humans) need to survive.). They also add beauty and bring joy.

• Native plants for pollinator patches - Some of the most important plants to add to schools include native plants that are low maintenance and are high value to our local and regional ecosystems. Native plants support local butterflies, bees, beetles and so much more. In turn, our local birds and mammals then thrive when the insects they eat are plentiful.

Registration here helps us estimate how many snacks and tables to set up.

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COUGS & FRIENDS 📣 ~ Join us this Sunday on our weekend workday on campus!!!🪏🪏

Starting Sunday (10/11) at 9:30 AM, join WSU Vancouver Environmental Science Club members in front of the student gardens to help implement a Washington Native Plant Society grant funded project!!

At 9:30 we will be departing from the student gardens to Symbiop Garden Shop in Portland, OR to pick up our native plants for the project. We will be back around noon to start planting them. Join us at 9:30 for the field trip, or join us at noon to start planting! Be sure to bring your own food and water for this workday.

The garden is located on the north side of campus, at the top of the hill from the 159th Ave. entrance. Park near the Clark College Building (B on the campus map) and you will see the garden.

The garden is does note have an accessible path but does have some compacted natural surface paths.

We hope to see YOU THERE!!

Join members of the City of Vancouver’s volunteer Adopt-A-Park program for a morning of beautifying St Helens Park. We will be removing ivy and spreading mulch around trees and landscape beds.

• Training, gloves, tools, water, and snacks will be provided.

• This opportunity is family-friendly and great for teens. Youth under 18 must bring a signed minor consent form.

• Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes.

• There is no bathroom at this location.

Accessibility is important to us and we’ve taken it into account while planning this event. The park is wheelchair accessible, but some of the volunteer projects may not be. Work is primarily done in a quiet park with potential for some infrequent loud work sounds. For mulching projects, volunteers may be shoveling, twisting and turning, and pushing wheelbarrows. For invasive removal projects, volunteers may be kneeling, pulling, and twisting as well as possibly lifting plants overhead to load into a dumpster. There will be a space in the RSVP form for you to let us know if there are any accessibility needs you have so that we can do our best to find a volunteer role that will work for you.

Registration will close 24 hours prior to the event. If registration is closed and you are still interested in attending, please email cityvolunteer@cityofvancouver.us to let us know you will be a walk-up and you can sign in on-site.

Advance registration is required and space is limited. St. Helens Adopt-A-Park Volunteer RSVP.

• Contact: Volunteer Programs at cityvolunteer@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-8344

EVENT CANCELLED - Contact the WREC for more information

Water Center Backyard Habitat Garden Cleanup

Join Water Resources Education Center staff outdoors to help keep our Backyard Habitat Certified gardens in tip-top shape. Volunteer activities will focus on weeding, trimming, and small blackberry removal projects. All necessary tools and gloves will be provided.

Registration is required. Sign up today!

• All ages welcome. 

• Youth under 18 must provide a signed minor consent form. Youth under 13 must have an adult guardian present.

• Accessibility: The WREC has accessible parking and paved pathways, as well as restrooms. The Habitat Garden is not accessible and includes uneven ground, lawn and plants.

Contact: Water Center staff at vanwrec@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-7111

Volunteering at the Jane Weber Arboretum

Monthly, we have our Second Saturday Work Party from 9am to noon. We often work on bigger projects and refreshments are always served.

Generally, our volunteers work on an area that is special to them or they just see a need to spruce things up.

We have three main volunteer areas. The Arboretum which encompasses the property grounds, The Stanger House restoration and the Caboose restoration.

• Our volunteers show up rain or shine. Extreme weather can cancel plans.

• For more information, email us at weberarboretum@gmail.com

Overview: The E. Jane Weber Arboretum is devoted to preserving this treasured natural resource and historic site in honor of Dr. Vinson and E. Jane Weber, who dedicated their homestead and lovely botanical garden to being a learning experience and inspiration – a legacy for others to cherish. To fulfill their dream, an entity was set up to oversee the arboretum and subsequently a non-profit to manage, protect and enhance this revered property along the Columbia River with outreach to the community, offering education and related activities that will be a shared commitment to the vision and purpose of the E. Jane Weber Arboretum. Watch this video for more information.

Accessibility note: the trails and grounds are natural surface and not always ADA compliant.

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Join us from 10 am to noon this Thursday, Oct. 8, to pick up litter at Klineline Pond at Salmon Creek Regional Park!

We will meet rain or shine. Please wear close-toed shoes and dress for the weather. We recommend bringing your own water and snack.
Sign up at https://clarkwa.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1323924
We’ve launched a new volunteer sign-up system. The first time you sign up for one of our events, you’ll need to create an account. It's quick and easy!

Join the Vancouver Bee Project as we care for a local pollinator garden!

In partnership with the City of Vancouver’s Naturespaces program, VBP is committed to caring for this unique pollinator garden.

With a mix of native and pollinator beneficial blooms, it is a great stop over site for pollinators in the local area. But we do grow weeds well here, so it is time to reclaim some space for the flower blooms. Bring some gloves and digging tools and be apart of this amazing community.

Light refreshments provided.

No registration necessary, just show up!

BirdFest and Bluegrass is the main event every year that the Friends of Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge & the City of Ridgefield put on to bring awareness to Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge, and all that it has to offer.

We celebrate the Sandhill Crane returning to the Refuge, a huge stately bird that is endangered in Washington State, and we celebrate everything the Refuge is and what it brings to the community. With endangered species, hundreds of migratory species, an auto tour route, photo blind, walking trails, habitat restoration programs, and so much more – there is a lot to celebrate, and a lot to learn.

We are uniquely fortunate to have the Refuge as a resource right in our own backyard, and by learning not only how to appreciate the beauty, but the necessity of it, you come one step closer to being able to support it.

Whether you head downtown to jam with bluegrass bands, shop, or do crafts, take a drive around the Refuge’s Auto Tour, or head to the Carty Unit for family crafts, guided hikes, or a walk on the trail- there is something for everyone, and lots to learn!

Visit the Friends web page for updates on schedules, performances and activities!

Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge Event Schedule - Carty & River 'S' Units - Carty Unit Events, 28908 NW Main Avenue

• 9 AM – Opening Blessing with the Chinook Indian Nation

  • Join Sam Robinson, Vice-Chairman of the Chinook Indian Nation, and Friends Board Member, to bless and begin our festival.

9 AM – 2 PM –

• Self-Guided Wander Walks provided by Ridgefield Community Library and the Friends of RNWR

• Family Activities & Crafts

  • Create bird and nature-themed crafts

• Pro Photo Supply Ridgefield Refuge & Fledgling Photo Contest Winner Display

• Partner Party

  • Come on by the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge Carty Unit and hang out with over 13 of the partners who make our Refuge work! From Washington Trails Association to Master Gardeners (Do their scavenger hunt and win a magnifying glass! While supplies last), and many more! Check out our Linktree for a complete list.

• Ridgefield Refuge Art Contest

  • Our second annual art competition with the Ridgefield Art Association welcomes submissions of bird-themed artwork. Free to enter, with cash prizes for winners across four categories. Register before September 30, View and vote on the submissions on the Carty Unit, 9 AM – 2 PM! Please vote only once per age group.

• Hikes Meet at the Carty Unit Trailhead by the flagpole.

  • 9:15 AM – ASMP & Pro Photo Supply Photography Hike

    • Learn about nature and wildlife photography on a walk with ASMP and Pro Photo Supply on the Carty Unit’s Carty Lake Trail.

  • 10 AM – Explore The Ridgefield NWR Through Nature Journaling

    • Learn new ways to appreciate and enjoy the beauty of the RNWR through nature journaling. Your journal will be your tool for exploration as we walk part of the Oaks to Wetland Trail. We’ll pause along the way to observe, sketch, and record the discoveries we make together, using journaling techniques to sharpen our attention to the world around us. Great class for kids 10 years or above and all adults. You will receive: a watercolor journal, a watercolor brush pen, and the paints necessary for your first journal entry. Registration Required. 

  • 10 AM – Family-Friendly Carty Trail Discoveries

    • Bring the whole family, and join a Refuge Naturalist on the Carty Lake Trail.

  • 11 PM – Geology Hike with Jim Maul

    • Join local geologist Jim Maul for a guided hike that explores the geological history of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge. You’ll learn about the massive glacial floods that carved out the landscape and shaped the Columbia River. Discover how this powerful natural event created the fertile wetlands and unique terrain we see today. It’s a fascinating look at the “bones” of the Refuge, perfect for anyone interested in the natural history of the area.

  • 12 PM – Carty Lake Trail Nature Hike

    • Bring the whole family, and join a Refuge Naturalist on the Carty Lake Trail.

  • 1 PM – Noticing Nature Hike for Families

    • Join Jessica Becker, author of the “little feet hiking” book series, to learn nature awareness skills and hike 1.4 miles on the Oaks to Wetland Trail to see what we notice. This hike is appropriate for walkers of all ages. Strollers and wheelchairs can join us for the first half mile of the hike. Bring water, snacks, sun protection, and your sense of wonder!

River ‘S’ Unit Events - 1071 S Hillhurst RD

• 9 AM – 1 PM – Vancouver Audubon Spotting Scopes

  • Join Vancouver Audubon for a free and easy birding experience on the River ‘S’ Unit Auto Tour. We’ll have spotting scopes set up just beyond the Hunt Gate to give you a close-up look at migrating and resident birds. Drive through the gate and park in the lot to the left. Stop by anytime between 9 AM and 1 PM to enjoy this unique viewing opportunity during BirdFest & Bluegrass!

• 9 AM & 11 AM – Vancouver Audubon Family Birding Hike on the Kiwa Trail

  • Meet at the Kiwa Trail Parking Lot and trailhead, approximately halfway through the Refuge Auto Tour, allow yourself time in case the Auto Tour is busy.

• All Day – River S Unit Auto Tour & Kiwa Trail

Join the Washington Trails Association for this BIPOC work party, for folks identifying as Black, Indigenous, People of Color. We will meet at Beacon Rock State Park to learn about the trail building process, the tools of trail work, and then put that knowledge to use on trail!

About the Area: Beacon Rock State Park is one of the most popular destinations in the Columbia River Gorge. Over the past 8 years WTA volunteers have built three new trails at the park: Hardy Ridge, Bridge Trail, and the River To Rock Trail. Hamilton Mt. was built by the Civilian Conversation Corps and is now largely maintained by volunteer crews.

What to Expect: We'll have fun, work hard and make a difference with a BIPOC Crew. No experience is necessary.

Project Description: We will meet at the shelter at Hamilton Mountain trailhead to learn about the trail building process, the tools of trail work, and then we will put that knowledge to use on trail! Activities may include pruning back overgrown vegetation, digging new paths for water to flow off the trail, or repairing/replacing old structures. We may also restore the tread - this involves digging the trail surface to the proper width and slope as well as removing organic material, protruding rocks and roots.

Hiking Information: Our hike to the project site is expected to be 2-4 miles roundtrip over moderately steep terrain.

Schedule:

• 8:30 AM: Be ready to sign in and meet the crew, rain or shine

• 8:35 AM: Gather for a safety briefing, then hike to the project site

• Morning: Work at your own pace, and take breaks throughout the day

• 12:00 PM: Lunch on the trail

• Afternoon: Consider trying a new task before wrapping up the day's work

• 3:30 PM: Sign out after enjoying refreshments at the trailhead

For safety reasons, arriving late or leaving early is not allowed.

Special Event: This BIPOC work party is for folks identifying as Black, Indigenous, People of Color. 

More information will be added to this page as we get closer to the event.

What it Takes to Do This Work Party:

• No experience is necessary—just bring a great attitude for working with a team! WTA provides the training and tools you need

• Expect to be physically active at your own pace for up to 6 hours on uneven terrain

• Recommended for ages 10 and older; under 14 must be accompanied by an adult and a parental consent form must be signed for anyone under 18

What to Wear - Required:

• Sturdy closed-toe shoes

• Work gloves

• Eye protection (glasses, sunglasses, or safety glasses)

• Long pants

Recommended:

• Sturdy work or hiking boots

• Long sleeved shirt

A hard hat will be provided by WTA. Additionally, work gloves and eye protection will be provided by WTA if you do not have your own, but when possible we recommend bringing your own. For safety reasons, certain tasks may be assigned based on the safety level of your footwear. Volunteers who do not have long pants, or sturdy closed toes shoes, will not be able to participate in the work party.

What to Bring:

• Lunch and plenty of water

• Rain jacket and pants

• Extra warm clothing in case of wet or cold weather

• A pack to carry your personal gear

• A sense of fun and adventure for learning new skills and meeting great people!

Firearms and weapons are not allowed.

More Information:

• Frequently Asked Questions

• WTA's Trail Work Guide introduces the type of work you may do

• Contact us at volunteer@wta.org or 206.625.1367

REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Join Work Party

Pacific Crest Trail Association - Trail Work Project @ Big Huckleberry, Elev. 2,778’

Join the Mount Hood Chapter in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest: Mt. Adams RD

Project Leader Info: Steven Jones sttjones@gmail.com

Maximum Number of Volunteers: 7

Hiking Miles per Day: 6

Registration Required HERE

Hike 3 miles climbing about 900 feet then clean the trail drains and cut some vine maple on the way back. At an elevation of just over 4,000 feet we will be 10 to 15 degrees cooler than Portland. Hiking round trip is 6 miles.
Located near Carson, Washington, we will work north of FR68, just below Big Huckleberry Mountain on the Pacific Crest Trail.

There are a couple patches of vine maples that are growing into the trail which need to be trimmed back. Have lunch under shady trees along the trail.

Tools, gloves, and hard hats will be provided, but feel free to bring your own if you have them. Long pants, shirts with sleeves, and sturdy shoes are required. Over-the-ankle boots are required to handle tread tools. Please also bring sun screen, rain gear, an extra shirt, at least 2 liters (1/2 gallon) of water, lunch, and a daypack large enough for your personal gear plus a couple of small tools.

Come work in a nice old second growth forest that is poison-oak free.
Snacks and cold soft-drinks available afterwards.

Physical Requirements: Moderate. This project is suitable for individuals in good physical condition who participate in a semi-exercise routine. Most people who are physically active can participate at this level. The components of this project may include one or more of the following: hiking 1-5 total miles each day, elevation change of 1000 ft or less over the course of the hike, and moderately physical work activities.

Trail Maintenance Experience Required: No

Volunteer 4x4 High Clearance Vehicle: No

Are you new to PCT Volunteering? Learn more HERE!

Visit the PCT volunteer page (search for Central Cascades) for more upcoming events

Pacific Crest Trail Association - Trail Work Project @ Big Huckleberry, Elev. 3,982’

Join the Mount Hood Chapter in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest: Mt. Adams RD

Project Leader Info: Steven Jones sttjones@gmail.com

Maximum Number of Volunteers: 6

Hiking Miles per Day: 4

Registration Required HERE

Hike 1.8 miles climbing about 1,000 feet to our work. At an elevation of just over 4,000 feet we will be 10 to 15 degrees cooler than Portland. Round trip is 3.6 miles.
Located near Carson, Washington, we will work north of FR68, just below Big Huckleberry Mountain on the Pacific Crest Trail.

Dig More Drains - Help prepare the trail for fall deluges. There is also a lot of huckleberries that are growing into the trail which need to be trimmed back. Have lunch under shady trees at the edge of a mountain meadow. Nearby are great views of Mt. Hood and Mt. Adams.

Tools, gloves, and hard hats will be provided, but feel free to bring your own if you have them. Long sleeves, long pants, and over-the-ankle boots are required. Please also bring rain gear, water, lunch, and a daypack large enough for your personal gear plus a couple of small tools.

Come work in a nice old second growth forest that is poison-oak free.
I'll have chocolate chip cookies and cold soft-drinks afterwards to celebrate National Homemade Cookies Day.

Physical Requirements: Moderate. This project is suitable for individuals in good physical condition who participate in a semi-exercise routine. Most people who are physically active can participate at this level. The components of this project may include one or more of the following: hiking 1-5 total miles each day, elevation change of 1000 ft or less over the course of the hike, and moderately physical work activities.

Trail Maintenance Experience Required: No

Volunteer 4x4 High Clearance Vehicle: No

Are you new to PCT Volunteering? Learn more HERE!

Visit the PCT volunteer page (search for Central Cascades) for more upcoming events

Join SOLVE and volunteers across Oregon and Southwest Washington to clean and restore neighborhoods and natural areas, fostering a culture of environmental care and community pride

This event is geared to rid the park of harmful ivy growth, which threatens the vitality of the native trees and wildlife. By clearing the ivy, we aim to promote biodiversity and ensure the long-term sustainability of this precious natural habitat.

Volunteer Requirements: To ensure safety and effectiveness, volunteers are requested to wear long sleeve shirts and pants. Additionally, bringing vine pruning tools, if available, would be greatly appreciated as our supply of tools is limited.

Activities: Volunteers will work together to carefully remove ivy from the tree trunks, employing proper techniques to minimize harm to the trees. This hands-on activity offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature while making a tangible difference in the health of the park.

Safety Measures: Safety is our top priority. We will provide guidance on safe ivy removal techniques, as well as any necessary safety equipment. Additionally, volunteers will be briefed on potential hazards and how to mitigate risks during the clean-up activity.

Community Impact: By participating in this clean-up effort, volunteers will contribute directly to the preservation of Ellsworth Springs West. Together, we can enhance the beauty of this natural area, protect native wildlife habitats, and create a healthier environment for future generations to enjoy.

• Advanced Registration: Is required HERE. Please sign up ahead of time to guarantee your spot.

• Meeting Location: We will be meeting at the top of the park by the pumphouse.

• Address: 9313 Southeast 12th Street Vancouver, WA 98664 | Map Link

• What to Bring: Please wear closed-toed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, and bring a backpack for hands-free convenience. Feel free to bring your personal tools if available and a reusable water bottle to support our sustainability efforts.

• What's Provided: The primary goal of this project is to rid the park of harmful ivy growth, which threatens the vitality of the native trees and wildlife. By clearing the ivy, we aim to promote biodiversity and ensure the long-term sustainability of this natural habitat

• Restrooms: No public restrooms are available

• Parking: There are two main entrances to the wildlife area. Please park at either SE 12th St. at SE 95th Ave., or SE Butte Ave at SE 94th Ave. We will meet at the top of the park by the pumphouse and look for the volunteer signs.

• Accessibility: This area may not be easily accessible for folks with mobility concerns.

• Participant Age Guidelines: Recommended for Ages 13 and Up

• Groups: If you'd like to register a group, please create a team first. For detailed instructions, review our Teams Guide.

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Ready to get your hands dirty for a good cause? 🧤 Join our "weed rodeo" and help restore our wild spaces!

MSHI is excited to be part of three amazing events at the Science and Learning Center in celebration of National Public Lands Day.

Spend the morning removing invasive species, then explore the Hummocks Trail with an Mt. St. Helen’s Institute staff member on a FREE guided hike. Snacks and beverages provided 🙂

Where: Science and Learning Center at Coldwater
When: Saturday, September 26
Who: Anyone! Recommended for ages 10+ (under-18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.)

National Public Lands Day is a celebration of our public lands, including the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument! September 26 is a fee-free day for all federal public lands.

The following events are free to attend; please pre-register for the two volunteer events.

Time:

• Volunteering: 10 am - 1 pm

• Lunch: 1 pm - 2 pm

• Guided walk: 2 pm - 4 pm

Location:

• Volunteering: Science and Learning Center

• Guided Walk: Hummocks Trail (5 minute drive from the building)

What we’ll do together: This activity requires walking on uneven, sloping terrain and performing tasks that involve bending, pulling, and lifting. We will be working a short 10-15 minute walk from the Science & Learning Center, which has bathrooms and running water. We will use hand tools to cut and bag noxious weed species.

Optional Guided Hike: Join us for a post-service guided hike on the Hummocks Trail. This 2.4-mile hike will take us through remnants of the 1980 eruptions and the forests that are returning.

What to bring:

• Wear long pants and sturdy shoes

• Come prepared with layers for the weather. This may include sun protection (such as a hat and sunscreen) and/or rain gear.

• Plenty of water. Water will be available to fill water bottles.

• Sack lunch. Snacks and beverages will be provided.

• If you have work gloves, loppers, and eye protection (glasses, safety glasses, or sunglasses), please bring them.

Learn more and register today

Join the City of Vancouver’s Volunteer Programs staff and volunteers from our Adopt-A-Park program for a morning of beautifying LeRoy Haagen Memorial Community Park’s natural area. We will be removing ivy and other non-native plants to support the health of the forest.

• Training, gloves, tools, water, and snacks will be provided.

• This opportunity is family-friendly and great for teens. Youth under 18 must bring a signed minor consent form.

• Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes.

• Accessibility is important to us and we’ve taken it into account while planning this event. This location is wheelchair accessible, and work is primarily done in a quiet natural area with potential for some infrequent loud work sounds. For mulching projects, volunteers may be shoveling, twisting and turning, and pushing wheelbarrows. For invasive removal projects, volunteers may be kneeling, pulling, and twisting as well as possibly lifting plants overhead to load into a dumpster. There will be a space in the RSVP form for you to let us know if there are any accessibility needs you have so that we can do our best to find a volunteer role that will work for you.

Advance registration is required. Leroy Haagen Park Volunteer RSVP.

Registration will close 24 hours prior to the event. If registration is closed and you are still interested in attending, please email cityvolunteer@cityofvancouver.us to let us know you will be a walk-up and you can sign in on-site.

• Contact: Volunteer Programs at cityvolunteer@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-8344

Join SOLVE and Couve Collective for a litter cleanup event, as part of their Operation Understanding block party! The cleanup will be from 11am-12pm, with the party continuing on until 5pm. Stick around to enjoy good food, live music, and local vendors.

For more information on the block party, please click here.

We hope to see you there!

Advanced Registration: Is highly suggested but not required. Please sign up (green button below) ahead of time to guarantee your spot.

Meeting Location: We will be meeting in the Couve Collective parking lot.

Address: 1009 W 13th St Vancouver, WA 98660 | Map Link

What to Bring: Please wear closed-toed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, and bring a backpack for hands-free convenience. Feel free to bring your personal tools if available and a reusable water bottle to support our sustainability efforts.

What's Provided: Gloves, vests, grabbers, and bags.

Restrooms: Bathrooms are available at Couve Collective.

Parking: W 13th St is permit parking only, but there is plenty of street parking available in the side neighborhood streets.

Transit: Local C-TRAN busses drop off nearby.

Accessibility: This area is accessible for folks with mobility concerns.

Translation Services: There will not be a Spanish speaker present at this event.

Participant Age Guidelines: All Ages Welcome

Groups: If you'd like to register a group, please create a team first. For detailed instructions, review our Teams Guide.

Issue Area(s)Litter Cleanup

Participant Age Guidelines

All Ages Welcome

Sign Up

Saturday, September 26, 2026  From 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM 

Open Section

Location: Vancouver, WA 98660

Volunteer Limit: 30

Spots Remaining: 30

Opportunity Leader: Abby Boyle Click here to email this contact

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Save the date! The annual Lacamas Lake Cleanup will take place,

Join Lacamas Watershed Council and the City of Camas for their annual Lake Cleanup Day on September 26th! 

Come out to litter pick and ivy pull around some of Clark County's most beloved lakes: Round, Fallen Leaf, and Lacamas Lake. Registration is required!

Shirts will be available for purchase on cleanup day. All proceeds will go to support Lacamas Watershed Council programs to monitor and advocate for the health of Clark County's lakes. Filling out the registration ahead of time also helps guarantee that they’ll have your size on cleanup day.

• Volunteers can sign up here:https://www.lacamaswatershed.org/volunteer

• Meeting location is Heritage Park.

• Remember to dress for the weather and bring your own gloves, snacks and water!

• https://www.lacamaswatershed.org/

Join the City of Vancouver’s Volunteer and Naturespaces Programs, the Clark County Historical Museum, and community volunteers for a morning of removing ivy at the Historic Covington House. This project will support the health of trees around the house, and create space for a future Naturespaces planting site. Volunteers will also have the chance to check out the inside of the house and learn more about its history in Clark County!

Built in 1848, the Covington House is the oldest Euro-American structure in the State of Washington and a cornerstone of Vancouver’s history. It has served over the years as a schoolhouse, social hall, and community gathering place. As the United States commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026, caring for places like this one takes on added meaning. This event is part of that national commemoration and coincides with National Public Lands Day, connecting local stewardship to a broader commemoration of our shared heritage.

• Training, gloves, tools, water, and snacks will be provided.

• This opportunity is family-friendly and great for teens. Youth under 18 must bring a signed minor consent form.

• Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes.

• Accessibility is important to us and we’ve taken it into account while planning this event. This activity is not wheelchair accessible, and work is primarily done in a quiet natural area with potential for some infrequent loud work sounds. For ivy removal projects, volunteers may be kneeling, pulling, and twisting as well as possibly lifting plants overhead to load into a dumpster. There will be a space in the RSVP form for you to let us know if there are any accessibility needs you have so that we can do our best to find a volunteer role that will work for you.

• Registration is required. Ivy Removal at the Historic Covington House Volunteer RSVP.

Registration will close 24 hours prior to the event. If registration is already closed and you still want to register, please email cityvolunteer@cityofvancouver.us to let us know you will be a walk-up and you can sign in on-site.

• Contact: Volunteer Programs at cityvolunteer@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-8344

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. 

• Please register in advance: https://www.columbiasprings.org/volunteer/  Spots are limited! 

• Accessibility: Columbia Springs has ADA parking and paved pathways to the buildings and hatchery. Some volunteer work may occur on nature trails that may not be suitable for mobility assistance devices. Contact staff for more specific questions and updates.

Questions? Email jamie@columbiasprings.org

Join SOLVE for a day of community and giving back, beginning at our beautiful Waterfront Park in Vancouver, WA! No better way to celebrate community than by rolling up our sleeves and helping to keep the spaces we love clean and safe for all to enjoy. We will be meeting at the waterfront across from Evoke Winery for check-in, supply distribution, and safety, before dispersing into downtown and the Renaissance Trail to collect litter. 

• Advanced Registration: Is highly suggested but not required. Please sign up (green button below) ahead of time to guarantee your spot.

• Meeting Location: We will be meeting at the Vancouver Waterfront across from Evoke Winery. Look for the SOLVE tables!

• Address: 560 Waterfront Wy Vancouver, WA 98660 | Map Link

• What to Bring: Please wear closed-toed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, and bring a backpack for hands-free convenience. Feel free to bring your personal tools if available and a reusable water bottle to support our sustainability efforts.

• What's Provided: Bags, grabbers, vests, and gloves.

• Restrooms: Public bathrooms are available close to our check-in location along the waterfront.

• Parking: There are spots available in the parking lot.

• Transit: Bus #105 runs express from Downtown Portland to Downtown Vancouver.

• Accessibility: This area is accessible for folks with mobility concerns.

• Translation Services: There will not be a Spanish speaker present at this event.

• Participant Age Guidelines: All Ages Welcome

• Groups: If you'd like to register a group, please create a team first. For detailed instructions, review our Teams Guide.

• Participant Age Guidelines: All Ages Welcome

Opportunity Leader: Abby Boyle Click here to email this contact

Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e-mail after you sign up.

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Volunteering at the Jane Weber Arboretum

Monthly, we have our Second Saturday Work Party from 9am to noon. We often work on bigger projects and refreshments are always served.

Generally, our volunteers work on an area that is special to them or they just see a need to spruce things up.

We have three main volunteer areas. The Arboretum which encompasses the property grounds, The Stanger House restoration and the Caboose restoration.

• Our volunteers show up rain or shine. Extreme weather can cancel plans.

• For more information, email us at weberarboretum@gmail.com

Overview: The E. Jane Weber Arboretum is devoted to preserving this treasured natural resource and historic site in honor of Dr. Vinson and E. Jane Weber, who dedicated their homestead and lovely botanical garden to being a learning experience and inspiration – a legacy for others to cherish. To fulfill their dream, an entity was set up to oversee the arboretum and subsequently a non-profit to manage, protect and enhance this revered property along the Columbia River with outreach to the community, offering education and related activities that will be a shared commitment to the vision and purpose of the E. Jane Weber Arboretum. Watch this video for more information.

Accessibility note: the trails and grounds are natural surface and not always ADA compliant.

We want to care for our little corner of the world and would love your help to do so!

Join Kindred Home for the first neighborhood clean-up in Uptown! Meet at Kindred, 2213 Main Vancouver, WA 98660 and we'll hook you up with gloves, picker-uppers, buckets, etc. We'll deploy and pick up what trash we can in the radius and then bring it back to Kindred to be properly disposed of.

Help keep Uptown beautiful!

clarkcowa_pw

Slam dunk the junk next Saturday!

Join us from 9 to 11:30 am, Saturday, Sept. 12 to pick up litter at Frenchman's Bar Regional Park.

We will meet rain or shine. Please wear close-toed shoes and dress for the weather. Bring a reusable water bottle and a snack.

We’ve launched a new system for volunteer event sign-up! The first time you go to sign up for an event, you will need to create an account, but it’s quick and easy! You just need to enter your name, email address and zip code. This new system will help us track volunteer sign-ups, hours, release forms, and send updates and information more easily.

Register today at clarkwa.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1305509.

Clark County WA Public Works

Join us from 9 to 11:30 am, Wednesday, Sept. 9 at Curtin Springs Wildlife Habitat to build garden boxes for the community pollinator garden!

This event is open to volunteers aged 13 years or older.

• What to Wear: Event will happen rain or shine. Please wear closed-toe shoes, and dress for the weather. There are no public restrooms at the park.

• Food and Water: Bring a reusable water bottle and snacks for the day. 

• What to Bring: All tools will be supplied by Clark County Public Works.

• Project Description:  We’ll be building wooden boxed garden beds and installing them in the pollinator garden. The garden boxes will keep grass from growing into the flower beds. Be prepared to dig with a hand shovel, use a measuring tape and handle a power screwdriver. 

• Questions: Contact us at 564.397.1679 or pwvolunteering@clark.wa.gov

• Check In Location: Event check in will happen at the entrance behind the house.

• Register HERE.

confluencenw & estuarypartnership

Join the Confluence Project NW and the Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership, local Indigenous partners, and the US Forest Service as we work together on the repatriation and rematriation of the Sandy River Delta.

This work is being done through land tending and traditional cultural and ecological knowledge focused on enhancement and rehabilitation of traditional harvesting areas, Indigenous foods gathering area within the conservation area. Collaborate with us while we work in community, spend time learning, and tend to native plants for cultural use to help them thrive! 

Pre-registration is required HERE.

• 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 aged 15+ may volunteer without an adult present.

Accessibility: A 1.25-mile gravel ADA trail (one -way). The project will be off this trail on uneven ground. 

We'll provide: Tools, gloves, and snacks. 

Please bring:  Drinking water, sun protection, snacks or a sack lunch, and footwear you don’t mind getting a little damp and muddy. 

Questions? Please contact Samantha Dumont at 503-939-7381 or sdumont@estuarypartnership.org

Thank you, project funders and partners - this project wouldn't be possible without you: US Forest Service, Metro Nature in Neighborhood, and the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board.

latinosunidosy

Saturday Volunteer Day!  Come spend the morning with Latinos Unidos Y Floreciendo as we prepare our community farm for the fall season!

The LUYF farm is more than a place where food grows. It’s a space where our community comes together, connects with the land, learns, and helps grow fresh food that supports local families.

No matter your experience, your helping hands make a difference. Bring your family, bring a friend, and come grow with us!

Sign up through GivePulse:
www.givepulse.com/event/900123-community-farm-days

Food is medicine. Land is healing. Culture is resilience.

Join the Camas Earth Day Society and support a local native planting effort at TSMC!

This is a great opportunity for volunteers to join with TSMC WA employees and do some late summer mulching in preparation for an upcoming tree planting event in the fall on the rewilding project site across from TSMC.

Parking is at the Skyridge Middle School site and the event will be north of the running track past the small orchard (and before the large mound with black tarps on the front of it).

• Please wear closed-toe shoes and dress for the conditions (likely direct, hot sun). Hats, water and heat related measures are highly encouraged.

• SIGN UPS limited to the first 40 folks who register. To sign up, please go to: www.camasearthdaysociety.com/event-sign-up-alt.html for registration and waiver signature.

• Submit any questions to the following mailbox and we will get right back to you: info@camasearthdaysociety.com (attn: Glen)

Help Preserve Access for Hunters.

Join Columbia Land Trust for a volunteer workday supporting a Hunt by Reservation Program property, Kerry Island (Westport, OR) owned by Columbia Land Trust. Volunteers will assist in vegetation control at entry, along drive and parking area, and access trails. Vegetation will be controlled using gas powered brush cutters and weed trimmers along with hand tools such as loppers, rakes, and hand saws when necessary.

Hunt by Reservation is a voluntary program for landowners who partner with ODFW providing limited access to their land. Click here to learn more: https://myodfw.com/articles/hunt-reservation-program

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• Volunteers under age 18 may participate but will be restricted from using certain power tools during their service.

• Event will take place on August 29th from 8am-noon with lunch provided. PPE will be provided if needed.

• HbR Kerry Island 2026 Volunteer Workday Standard Non-Driver Volunteer

• Volunteers sign up by August 27, 2026.

• The Volunteer Workday will be from 8AM to Noon on August 29, 2026, and lunch will be provided. Please sign up now!

• Westport is on Hwy 30 along the Columbia River in Clatsop County, Oregon.