Parks & Recreation

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Non-native, invasive weeds like Himalayan Blackberry and English Ivy are taking over stream banks in neighborhoods all over Gresham! Weed infestations are causing bank erosion and water pollution, destroying wildlife habitat and decreasing property values in our community.

Get Involved!

Get dirty, make new friends and help restore Gresham streams at Saturday morning community events!

Garden Winter Clean Up, Trail Building Projects

Are you feeling cooped up inside because of the rain and falling temperatures?

Don't let the weather get you down. Bundle up and join in for one of our upcoming winter volunteer projects!

Upcoming Winter Projects:

• Community Garden Winter Clean Up! Dec 8

  Where: City Hall Community Garden (1333 NW Eastman Parkway, Gresham)
  When: Saturday, Dec 8, 2007
  9:00AM – 1:00PM
  Volunteers needed: 5
  Click here for project details




• Trail Building Work Party! Dec 15

  Where: North Gresham Park (1111 SE 217th Avenue, Gresham)
  When: Saturday, Dec 15, 2007
  9:00AM – 1:00PM
  Volunteers needed: 10
  Click here for project details

Come prepared for changing weather conditions; bring a hat, coat, gloves or other appropriate hand covering; wear enclosed shoes. Warm beverages and snacks provided!

Community Garden Winter Clean Up! Dec 8

Where: City Hall Community Garden (1333 NW Eastman Parkway, Gresham)
When: Saturday, Dec 8, 2007
9:00AM – 1:00PM
Volunteers needed: 5
Click here for project details

Come prepared for changing weather conditions; bring a hat, coat, gloves or other appropriate hand covering; wear enclosed shoes. Warm beverages and snacks provided!

They'd love to have your help!

Trail Building Work Party! Dec 15

Where: North Gresham Park (1111 SE 217th Avenue, Gresham)
When: Saturday, Dec 15, 2007
9:00AM – 1:00PM
Volunteers needed: 10
Click here for project details

Come prepared for changing weather conditions; bring a hat, coat, gloves or other appropriate hand covering; wear enclosed shoes. Warm beverages and snacks provided!

The City of Gresham's Parks and Recreation Volunteer Program is excited to announce some upcoming Fall and Winter "Community Garden Cleanup" volunteer events! It's the perfect opportunity to enjoy the crisp autumn air amd help your community!

Would you like to sign up yourself or a group to volunteer?

Please contact: Rachel Zarfas, Community Volunteer Coordinator, City of Gresham Parks & Recreation Division (503) 618-2789, Rachel.Zarfas@ci.gresham.or.us

The City of Gresham's Parks and Recreation Volunteer Program is excited to announce an upcoming Fall and Winter volunteer event!

North Gresham Park Trail Project (Part II)

Where: North Gresham Park
1111 SE 217th Avenue, Gresham
When: Sat. Dec. 15, 2007
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Would you like to sign up yourself or a group to volunteer?

Please contact: Rachel Zarfas, Community Volunteer Coordinator, City of Gresham Parks & Recreation Division (503) 618-2789, Rachel.Zarfas@ci.gresham.or.us

The City of Gresham's Parks and Recreation Volunteer Program is excited to announce an upcoming Fall and Winter volunteer event!

City Hall Community Garden Clean Up

Where: City Hall Community Garden
1333 NW Eastman Parkway, Gresham
When: Sat. Dec. 8, 2007
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Would you like to sign up yourself or a group to volunteer?

Please contact: Rachel Zarfas, Community Volunteer Coordinator, City of Gresham Parks & Recreation Division (503) 618-2789, Rachel.Zarfas@ci.gresham.or.us

The City of Gresham's Parks and Recreation Volunteer Program is excited to announce an upcoming Fall and Winter volunteer event!

Yamhill Community Garden Cleanup (Part II)

Where: Yamhill Community Garden
19309 SE Yamhill St., Gresham
When: Tue. Nov. 13, 2007
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Would you like to sign up yourself or a group to volunteer?

Please contact: Rachel Zarfas, Community Volunteer Coordinator, City of Gresham Parks & Recreation Division (503) 618-2789, Rachel.Zarfas@ci.gresham.or.us

The City of Gresham's Parks and Recreation Volunteer Program is excited to announce an upcoming Fall and Winter volunteer event!

Yamhill Community Garden Cleanup (Part I)

Where: Yamhill Community Garden
19309 SE Yamhill St., Gresham
When: Sun. Nov. 11, 2007
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Would you like to sign up yourself or a group to volunteer?

Please contact: Rachel Zarfas, Community Volunteer Coordinator, City of Gresham Parks & Recreation Division (503) 618-2789, Rachel.Zarfas@ci.gresham.or.us

The City of Gresham Parks and Recreation will be hosting a Naturescaping Workshop provided by Naturescaping for Clean Rivers!

Basic Naturescaping Workshop

When: Saturday, November 10, 2007
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Where: Council Chambers at City Hall
1333 NW Eastman Parkway
Gresham, OR

Description: The basic workshop includes principles of Naturescaping, why do Naturescaping, slides that show examples of Naturescaping, introduction to Site Planning, identifying native plants, and a field trip to a nearby yard or restoration project.