Nature

Restoring Our Habitat When: Sat, Jan 18, 2020 9:30AM-11:30 am Where: City of Gresham Council Chambers 1333 NW Eastman Pky Get Map!

The City's Natural Resources Program is hosting an amphibian egg mass survey as a part of a regional effort to track the Pacific chorus frog, northwestern salamander, long-toed salamander and northern red-legged frog.

Join us for a volunteer amphibian survey training. This indoor training will include:

• How to identify an egg mass
• Survey techniques
• Field methods

The indoor training is followed by an outdoor training on Feb. 1.

RSVP today

Read more about the amphibian surveys project

For more information, contact Marissa Eckman at Marissa.Eckman@GreshamOregon.gov

Let's Go Walking! When: Tue, Jan 28, 2020 9AM-5PM Where: Meet at Gresham City Hall 1333 NW Eastman Pky Get Map!

• Distance: 4.5 miles
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Elevation gain: 400 feet
• Trail conditions: Forest trail
• Round-trip travel: MAX light rail
• All-day MAX ticket: $5 (under age 65) or $2.50 (age 65 and over)

We will take the MAX train from Gresham City Hall to the Zoo station. We will hike approximately 4.5 miles on the Wildwood Trail, through the Arboretum, to the new bridge across Burnside, and return on the same path, passing the Japanese Gardens and the Vietnam Memorial. We will then take the MAX downtown and stop at a restaurant for lunch.

Trails may be muddy, but are in otherwise good shape in this part of the park. Bring water and snacks for the trail. Wear sturdy walking shoes. Poles are optional.

For more information about this hike please contact Bob Criteser at 503-807-1160 or bocr41@gmail.com or Sandy Anderson at 503-761-1375.

Senior Healthy Hikers asks that participants be 50 or older. A couple wishing to hike is welcome if one member of the couple is 50 or better.

Pets are not permitted on our hikes or walks.

Senior Healthy Hikers member guidelines

2019 Fall Newsletter "Diversity, Harmony, Community - Together 'WE' can make a difference!”

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Fall 2019 Newsletter Inside This Issue: Albertina Kerr Workforce Housing WENA Board Elections Nov 11th Extreme Weather In Our Region Nadaka Happenings & Changes Update: A Playground For Kirk Park

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Newsletters are a regular publication of the Wilkes East Neighborhood Association. They are hand-delivered to over 1,500 residences and businesses in our area 3 times per year, timed to correspond with our regular meetings.

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2019 Summer Newsletter "Diversity, Harmony, Community - Together 'WE' can make a difference!”

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Summer 2019 Newsletter Inside This Issue: Columbia View Park improvements National Night Out, Tuesday Aug 6th Back to School, Movies in the Park Nadaka Happenings & Changes WENA Meeting Mon, Aug 12, 6:30PM

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Newsletters are a regular publication of the Wilkes East Neighborhood Association. They are hand-delivered to over 1,500 residences and businesses in our area 3 times per year, timed to correspond with our regular meetings.

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Get involved, Make a difference When: Sat, May 04, 2019 9AM-12PM Where: Hartley Elementary School 701 NE 185th Place Get Map!

Register now for the sixth annual Green and Clean Day of Service on Saturday, May 4.

This year's day of service will put a special focus on the kids while promoting community engagement. Everyone is invited to help beautify the school grounds at Hartley Elementary with coordinated activities for all ages and fitness levels. Join Gresham City Councilors to help with a variety of spring cleaning, landscape and maintenance projects.

Individuals and organizations, register online by April 28 to ensure enough refreshments for volunteers.

This event is sponsored by the City's Office of Neighborhoods and Community Enhancement.

For more information about this event, contact Michael Gonzales at 503-618-2482 or email Michael.Gonzales@GreshamOregon.gov.

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Join us Saturday! When: Sat May 11, 2019 10AM-10PM Where: Nadaka Nature Park 17615 NE Glisan St Get Map!

The forest at Nadaka Nature Park is once again alive with activity as our diverse population of birds are busy nesting, singing, and enjoying the spring air! This May, join Friends of Nadaka and the Audubon Society of Portland as we lead a Spring Bird Walk through Nadaka’s beautiful forest and meadow. We will identify birds and bird calls, talk about species characteristics, and enjoy the richness of our urban bird population!

A limited number of binoculars will be provided. New and experienced birders are all welcome!

Meet at the Nadaka Nature Park picnic shelter at 9:45am to sign in and enjoy coffee and light refreshments before we start our walk at 10am.

Cost: FREE

Register HERE!

Seeking Volunteers When: Wed, Apr 17, 2019 6PM-8:30PM Where: Gresham City Hall 1333 NW Eastman Pky Get Map!

Learn about the most common garden and landscape weeds. Youll find out how these aggressive plants take over in your yard, and get tips that will help you get the upper hand without turning to synthetic herbicides.

Space is limited, please register for this free event

For more information, contact Brandi Boersma, East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation at 503-935-5364, or Brandi@emswcd.org

Let's Go Walking! When: Sat, Mar 09, 2019 9AM-5PM Where: Meet at Gresham City Hall 1333 NW Eastman Pky Get Map!

• Round-trip travel: 51 miles
• Distance: 4 miles
• Difficulty: Easy
• Elevation gain: 175 feet
• Suggested donation per rider: $6

The City of Canby has rehabilitated an old Weyerhaeuser road to make a nice trail down to the Willamette River. We will walk through a couple of wooded parks and along the paved trail between a golf course and the river, to an area where we'll see the remains of an old gantry and other structures used to unload logs. The trail is a pleasant out-and-back route. After the hike, we'll have lunch at the Backstop Bar and Grill in Canby. Bring an energy snack and water. Good walking shoes are recommended.

Trail conditions: Paved and dirt trail mix, about the last half-mile before we turn around is all downhill, and uphill on the return. Otherwise the trail is fairly level.

For more information about this hike please contact Dana or Doug Duvall at 970-230-6543 or danakol24@aol.com.

Senior Healthy Hikers asks that participants be 50 or older. A couple wishing to hike is welcome if one member of the couple is 50 or better.

Pets are not permitted on our hikes or walks.

Senior Healthy Hikers member guidelines

Saving Our Streams When: Sat, Mar 09, 2019 9AM-1PM Where: Mt. Hood Community College Rm GE201 26000 SE Stark Street Get Map!

Learn to Naturescate, create a low-maintenance landscape that conserves water, minimizes pollution, and creates habitat.

• Get natural gardening amd design tips that mimic nature.
• Make your garden a healthy place for children, pets and wildlife.

Register today, space is limited

For more information, contact Brandi, East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District, at 503-935-5364 or Brandi@emswcd.org

Make New Friends! When: Thu, Mar 21, 2019 6PM-8:30PM Where: Mt. Hood Community College Rm GE201 26000 SE Stark Street Get Map!

Meet the beetles, bugs, flies, lacewings and other invertebrates that provide free pest control. Discover ways to attract and sustain these friendly beneficial insects that help your garden thrive.

Register today

Contact Brandi Boersma at Brandi@emswcd.org or 503-935-5364