Habitat Enhancement with Crystal Springs Partnership

Please join the Crystal Springs Partnership at the  Westmoreland’s Union Manor to plant native shrubs and remove non-native weeds.

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What: We will be planting native shrubs and removing non-native weeds.

When: Sunday, October 29th, 9:AM-noon

Where: Westmoreland’s Union Manor, 6404 SE 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97202  – Please park on 23rd Ave.

How to prepare: No experience necessary! Wear thick pants, a long sleeve shirt, and sturdy shoes. Dress for the weather and bring a full water bottle. Tools and snacks will be provided, but you may want to bring your own gloves.

Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an attentive adult. This work is around and near prickly plants and water and can be challenging for young children. We recommend children ages 12 and up for this type of event.

We will provide: Gloves, and all necessary tools. We can also provide bus fare to and from the event. Please contact  crystalspringscc@gmail.com to arrange bus fare.

Health and Safety: We will follow current Oregon Health Authority guidelines. Masks are not required, but encouraged in indoor spaces where social distancing is not possible. Stay home if you are experiencing symptoms of any contagious illness or have had recent contact with someone exhibiting symptoms of any illness.

Accessibility: This event may require standing for long periods, walking over uneven ground, going up or down steep slopes, bending, and lifting heavy objects.

Please email  crystalspringscc@gmail.com if you have any questions.

Directions to the site:

By Transit: Bus Line 19, exit at SE 23rd and Tolman (Union Manor) or take the MAX orange line and get off at the Bybee Blvd stop