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Save the Date!

Forest Park Day of Stewardship - Spring

Saturday, March 21, 2009

9 am - 1 pm  *Volunteer appreciation party to follow at the Lucky Lab

Click here to register!

What:  Join The Forest Park Conservancy as we continue the 60th anniversary celebration of Forest Park's dedication and the first day of spring with another community-wide volunteer work party! In 2008, our two Day of Stewardship events rallied more than 300 volunteers. On 3/21, we will be working at four sites within Forest Park: Upper Macleay, Birch Trail head at 53^{rd Ave}, Springville Road/Firelane 7 and the Linnton Neighborhood. Projects will focus on invasive species removal, native plantings and possible trail work.

When:  9 am to 1 pm, with a volunteer appreciation party to follow at the Lucky Lab on NW Quimby. Volunteers will receive food and beverages, and we will be raffling off prizes donated from event sponsors.

Where: The event will be staged from four separate sites in Forest Park. Please register for more information.



Why:  The Forest Park Conservancy is committed to protecting and enhancing Forest Park. To that end, we are working to foster greater community involvement and increase our capacity to care for this incredible resource. We could not adequately address the Park's needs without the help of volunteers such as yourself. We hope you can join us.

What to bring: Work gloves, long pants, a full water bottle, and a smile. We recommend dressing in layers and bringing rain gear, regardless of the forecast. We work in all conditions. There is no such thing as bad weather - only inappropriate clothing!



RSVP: Pre-registration is requested. Detailed driving directions and logistical information will be sent out within a week of the event. For more information, please visit the event page on our website.

No previous experience required. All are welcome, though those under 18 must be accompanied by parent or guardian. This event is in partnership with Portland Parks & Recreation. Many thanks to Patagonia, REI, West Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District, Siltronic, Trail Factor Running Club, KEEN, the community of Linnton, Kettleman's Bagels, Grand Central Baking Company, and Stumptown Coffee for their generous support. For questions, please email Stephen Hatfield, FPC's Stewardship Director at stephen@forestparkconservancy.org. To sign up to volunteer, click here.

Thank you!