Volunteer Opportunities From: Forest Park Conservancy

This is a sign-up for trained Volunteer Crew Leaders only. 

This registration includes separate shifts for each work party FPC will be leading in August. Please refer to the FPC Events Calendar to checkout the locations and work descriptions for each work party, then you can register for the corresponding shift date here. If a given shift does not correspond to a public event, then it is supporting a private, sponsored work party. Keep an eye out for an email from Kyla prior to your shift with more information.

Thank you so much for your help making our events safe, fun, and successful!

This event has been canceled - we apologize for any inconvenience this causes. We'd love to see you at an alterative upcoming event on Thursday, July 30th, Saturday, August 1st, or Saturday, August 8th. Thank you for your support.

Join us for a brushing volunteer event where FPC will be cutting back the excess spring growth from the sides of the trails to ensure that they are passable and safe, and to reduce erosion risks.

When: Thursday, August, 9am to 12pm.

Where: TBD. Parking is limited. Carpooling is encouraged!

What: Removing excess spring growth from the sides of the trails. We will be working on the trails, which requires hiking (up to 3 miles) on uneven terrain and physical labor in the forest (up to 2.5 hours)

Long pants, long socks, and sturdy, closed-toe shoes with good traction are required for your safety. Long-sleeved shirts and weather appropriate layers are also recommended. Make sure to bring a water bottle - many folks find it beneficial to bring a small backpack as well. In recent years, Forest Park has seen an uptick in bee activity, if you have any allergies, please bring medications in case of emergency! Training, tools, snacks, Equal Exchange coffee, and work gloves will be provided.

For Volunteer Crew Leaders: Brushing course TBD

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FPC is supported through the generosity of our donors. If you want to help support our operations, consider becoming a monthly donor, or check to see if your employer offers a workplace giving program!

If you have questions, please email us!

Join us for a brushing volunteer event where FPC will be cutting back the excess spring growth from the sides of the trails to ensure that they are passable and safe, and to reduce erosion risks.

When: Saturday, August 8th, 9am to 12pm.

Where: Springville Trailhead. Parking is limited. Carpooling is encouraged!

What: Removing excess spring growth from the sides of the trails. We will be working on the trails, which requires hiking (up to 3 miles) on uneven terrain and physical labor in the forest (up to 2.5 hours)

Long pants, long socks, and sturdy, closed-toe shoes with good traction are required for your safety. Long-sleeved shirts and weather appropriate layers are also recommended. Make sure to bring a water bottle - many folks find it beneficial to bring a small backpack as well. In recent years, Forest Park has seen an uptick in bee activity, if you have any allergies, please bring medications in case of emergency! Training, tools, snacks, Equal Exchange coffee, and work gloves will be provided.

For Volunteer Crew Leaders: brushing course 20

To receive weekly updates about additional work parties, sign-up for our newsletter!

FPC is supported through the generosity of our donors. If you want to help support our operations, consider becoming a monthly donor, or check to see if your employer offers a workplace giving program!

If you have questions, please email us!

Celebrate National Public Lands Day with FPC on Saturday, September 26, 2026!

Join the nation’s largest single-day volunteer event for public lands. National Public Lands Day brings together thousands of people to care for and celebrate the outdoor spaces we all share. Whether you're planting trees, restoring trails, or simply gathering in nature, your actions help keep these spaces vibrant and welcoming.

This year Forest Park Conservancy will be celebrating by hosting volunteer restoration events in Forest Park and Marquam Nature Park! We'll be removing invasive plants to make space for native species to thrive and support future revegetation efforts. This important work helps improve the health and resilience of the forest ecosystem for years to come.

When: Saturday, September 26th, 9am to 12pm.

Where: Marquam Nature Park. Parking is limited - there are two small parallel parking lots on either side of the road. Carpooling is encouraged!

What: Removing and cutting up invasive species. We will be working on the trails, which requires hiking (up to 3 miles) and physical labor in the forest (up to 2.5 hours).

Long pants, long socks, and sturdy, closed-toe tennis shoes or hiking boots with good traction are required for your safety. Long-sleeved shirts and weather appropriate layers for sun/wind/rain are also recommended. Make sure to bring a water bottle - many folks find it beneficial to bring a small backpack as well. If you have any allergies, please bring medications in case of emergency! Training, tools, snacks, coffee, and work gloves will be provided.

To receive weekly updates about additional work parties, sign-up for our newsletter!

FPC is supported through the generosity of our donors. If you want to help support our operations, consider becoming a monthly donor, or check to see if your employer offers a workplace giving program!

If you have any questions, please email us!

Celebrate National Public Lands Day with FPC on Saturday, September 26, 2026!

Join the nation’s largest single-day volunteer event for public lands. National Public Lands Day brings together thousands of people to care for and celebrate the outdoor spaces we all share. Whether you're planting trees, restoring trails, or simply gathering in nature, your actions help keep these spaces vibrant and welcoming.

This year Forest Park Conservancy will be celebrating by hosting volunteer restoration events in Forest Park and Marquam Nature Park! We'll be removing invasive plants to make space for native species to thrive and support future revegetation efforts. This important work helps improve the health and resilience of the forest ecosystem for years to come.

When: Saturday, September 26th, 9am to 12pm

Where: NW Leif Erikson Dr. at NW Thurman St. Parking is limited. Carpooling is encouraged!

What: Removing and cutting up invasive species. We will be working on the trails, which requires hiking (up to 3 miles) and physical labor in the forest (up to 2.5 hours).

Long pants, long socks, and sturdy, closed-toe tennis shoes or hiking boots are required for your safety. Long-sleeved shirts and weather appropriate layers for sun/wind/rain are also recommended. Make sure to bring a water bottle - many folks find it beneficial to bring a small backpack as well. In recent years we have seen an uptick in bee activity, if you have any allergies, please bring medications in case of emergency! Training, tools, snacks, coffee, and work gloves will be provided.

To receive weekly updates about additional work parties, sign-up for our newsletter!

FPC is supported through the generosity of our donors. If you want to help support our operations, consider becoming a monthly donor, or check to see if your employer offers a workplace giving program!

If you have any questions, please email us!

Celebrate National Public Lands Day with FPC on Saturday, September 26, 2026!

Join the nation’s largest single-day volunteer event for public lands. National Public Lands Day brings together thousands of people to care for and celebrate the outdoor spaces we all share. Whether you're planting trees, restoring trails, or simply gathering in nature, your actions help keep these spaces vibrant and welcoming.

This year Forest Park Conservancy will be celebrating by hosting volunteer restoration events in Forest Park and Marquam Nature Park! We'll be removing invasive plants to make space for native species to thrive and support future revegetation efforts. This important work helps improve the health and resilience of the forest ecosystem for years to come.

When: Saturday, September 26th, 9am to 12pm

Where: Wildwood TH at NW 53rd Dr. Parking is limited. Carpooling is encouraged!

What: Removing and cutting up invasive species. We will be working on the trails, which requires hiking (up to 3 miles) and physical labor in the forest (up to 2.5 hours).

Long pants, long socks, and sturdy, closed-toe tennis shoes or hiking boots are required for your safety. Long-sleeved shirts and weather appropriate layers for sun/wind/rain are also recommended. Make sure to bring a water bottle - many folks find it beneficial to bring a small backpack as well. In recent years we have seen an uptick in bee activity, if you have any allergies, please bring medications in case of emergency! Training, tools, snacks, coffee, and work gloves will be provided.

To receive weekly updates about additional work parties, sign-up for our newsletter!

FPC is supported through the generosity of our donors. If you want to help support our operations, consider becoming a monthly donor, or check to see if your employer offers a workplace giving program!

If you have any questions, please email us!

With more than 80 miles of trails, keeping Forest Park and Marquam Nature Park in top shape requires dedicated volunteers who monitor and report trail conditions year-round. FPC’s Rapid Response Team hikes, runs, and explores the trails, identifying downed trees, invasive species, erosion, and other maintenance concerns—helping us respond quickly to keep the parks safe and accessible.

We need your help, especially during the winter months when storm damage is at its worst! As a Rapid Responder, you'll receive training, be assigned a team and a route, and gain the skills to spot and report trail issues effectively.

Join us in protecting and maintaining these beloved parks—sign up today to become a member of the Rapid Response Team!

If you have any questions before the training, please let us know!

With more than 80 miles of trails, keeping Forest Park and Marquam Nature Park in top shape requires dedicated volunteers who monitor and report trail conditions year-round. FPC’s Rapid Response Team hikes, runs, and explores the trails, identifying downed trees, invasive species, erosion, and other maintenance concerns—helping us respond quickly to keep the parks safe and accessible.

We need your help, especially during the winter months when storm damage is at its worst! As a Rapid Responder, you'll receive training, be assigned a team and a route, and gain the skills to spot and report trail issues effectively.

Join us in protecting and maintaining these beloved parks—sign up today to become a member of the Rapid Response Team!

If you have any questions before the training, please let us know!

Forest Park Conservancy will be working in Marquam Nature Park, celebrating No Ivy Day in partnership with Portland Parks & Recreation, where we will remove invasive, English ivy to help restore native habitat! This will make space for native species to thrive and support future revegetation efforts. This important work helps improve the health and resilience of the forest ecosystem for years to come. Join us in helping make Forest Park accessible and protecting the long-term health of the trails!

When: Saturday, October 24th, 2026, 9 am - 12  pm.

Where: Marquam Nature Park. Street parking is very limited. Carpooling is encouraged! 

What: Removing and cutting up English ivy. We will be working on the trails, which require hiking (up to 3 miles) and physical labor in the forest (up to 2.5 hours).

Long pants, long socks, and sturdy, closed-toe tennis shoes or hiking boots with good traction are required for your safety. Long-sleeved shirts and weather-appropriate layers for sun/wind/rain are also recommended. Make sure to bring a water bottle - many folks find it beneficial to bring a small backpack as well. If you have any allergies, please bring medications in case of emergency! Training, tools, snacks, coffee, and work gloves will be provided.

To receive weekly updates about additional work parties, sign-up for our newsletter!

FPC is supported through the generosity of our donors. If you want to help support our operations, consider becoming a monthly donor, or check to see if your employer offers a workplace giving program!

If you have any questions, please email us!

Forest Park Conservancy will be working in Forest Park, celebrating No Ivy Day in partnership with Portland Parks & Recreation, where we will remove invasive English ivy to help restore native habitat! This will make space for native species to thrive and support future revegetation efforts. This important work helps improve the health and resilience of the forest ecosystem for years to come. Join us in helping make Forest Park accessible and protecting the long-term health of the trails!

When: Saturday, October 24th, 2026, 9 am - 12  pm.

Where: Leif Erikson @ Thurman. Parking is limited. Carpooling is encouraged!

What: Removing and cutting up English ivy. We will be working on the trails, which require hiking on uneven terrain (up to 3 miles) and physical labor in the forest (up to 2.5 hours).

Long pants, long socks, and sturdy, closed-toe tennis shoes or hiking boots with good traction are required for your safety. Long-sleeved shirts and weather-appropriate layers for sun/wind/rain are also recommended. Make sure to bring a water bottle - many folks find it beneficial to bring a small backpack as well. If you have any allergies, please bring medications in case of emergency! Training, tools, snacks, coffee, and work gloves will be provided.

To receive weekly updates about additional work parties, sign-up for our newsletter!

FPC is supported through the generosity of our donors. If you want to help support our operations, consider becoming a monthly donor, or check to see if your employer offers a workplace giving program!

If you have any questions, please email us!

Forest Park Conservancy will be working in Forest Park, celebrating No Ivy Day in partnership with Portland Parks & Recreation, where we will remove invasive English ivy to help restore native habitat! This will make space for native species to thrive and support future revegetation efforts. This important work helps improve the health and resilience of the forest ecosystem for years to come. Join us in helping make Forest Park accessible and protecting the long-term health of the trails!

When: Saturday, October 24th, 2026, 9 am - 12  pm

Where: Wildwood TH at NW 53rd Dr. Parking is limited. Carpooling is encouraged!

What: Removing and cutting up English ivy. We will be working on the trails, which require hiking on uneven terrain (up to 3 miles) and physical labor in the forest (up to 2.5 hours).

Long pants, long socks, and sturdy, closed-toe tennis shoes or hiking boots with good traction are required for your safety. Long-sleeved shirts and weather-appropriate layers for sun/wind/rain are also recommended. Make sure to bring a water bottle - many folks find it beneficial to bring a small backpack as well. If you have any allergies, please bring medications in case of emergency! Training, tools, snacks, coffee, and work gloves will be provided.

To receive weekly updates about additional work parties, sign-up for our newsletter!

FPC is supported through the generosity of our donors. If you want to help support our operations, consider becoming a monthly donor, or check to see if your employer offers a workplace giving program!

If you have any questions, please email us!