Whether you enjoy planting trees, bird-watching in our local natural areas, sipping brews while listening to the latest scientific research, or all three... we've got you covered!
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Date: Saturday, March 23
Time: 10:00 am - 1:00pm Place: Riverview Park, Independence Click here for more information about the event, and to sign up as a Field Station Volunteer!
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Fecha: Sabado, 23 de Marzo
Hora: 10:00 am - 1:00pm Lugar: Riverview Park, Independence ¡Haga clic aquí para obtener más información sobre el evento y registrarse como voluntario de la estación de campo!
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This Earth Day, April 22, you can help us continue two years of progress towards removing ivy from a beautiful grove of century-old oaks along South Fork Ash Creek, as well as taking out several invasive bird cherry trees. Join us to protect these amazing trees and the surrounding native plant community, and help us create a healthier Ash Creek! Click here for details and to RSVP!
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Dates: Sunday, May 12 & Sunday, May 19
Time: 8:00am - 12:00pm Place: J2E Tree Farm This spring, you will have two opportunities to join the LWC and experienced local birders on a guided walk at J2E Tree Farm, where we will learn how to identify birds within a variety of habitats including ponds, riparian areas with mixed hardwood & conifer forests, oak woodlands, upland prairie and coniferous forests. Look for more details and RSVP information, coming soon!
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Date & time are your choice!
Place: Luckiamute State Natural Area - North Unit Head to Luckiamute State Natural Area (LSNA) for a self-guided walking tour around the North Unit loop trail. The tour includes six waypoints, where you are encouraged to stop and learn more about LSNA and its ecological and cultural importance. A brochure that includes a trail map and markers for each of the six waypoints is available at the LWC office, or you can print and download a copy for yourself! Click here for more details and to download a brochure!
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This two-part video series was produced in partnership with the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde (CTGR), Polk Soil & Water Conservation District and the LWC, with additional funding support by Benton Soil & Water Conservation District and Willamette Habitat Restoration Fund. This series focuses on teaching private landowners how they incorporate Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) and partner with CTGR in maintaining oak habitat on their land.The first video begins by defining TEK and its importance to landscape restoration, and describing the cultural significance of many native plant species. The second video explains how landowners can incorporate the principles of TEK into their own land management strategies, and features the story of a Polk County landowner who is managing her cattle ranch to protect Oregon white oak and other native plants important to the Tribes. Click here to view video series!
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