Volunteer Opportunities From: Forest Park Conservancy

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Join us for a raking volunteer event to help protect our trails through the winter! We'll be clearing fallen leaves from the trail surface to reduce erosion and support natural water flow. Removing this moisture-trapping organic matter helps prevent trail damage during the wet and freezing months ahead. Your efforts will make a big difference in keeping the trails safe and sustainable all season long.

When: Saturday, November 1st, 9am to 12pm.

Where: Springville Rd TH. Parking is limited. Carpooling is encouraged!

What: Raking. 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.

For Volunteer Crew Leaders: Raking course FP 25

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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 any questions, please email us!

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Join us for a raking volunteer event to help protect our trails through the winter! We'll be clearing fallen leaves from the trail surface to reduce erosion and support natural water flow. Removing this moisture-trapping organic matter helps prevent trail damage during the wet and freezing months ahead. Your efforts will make a big difference in keeping the trails safe and sustainable all season long.

When: Thursday, November 6th, 9am to 12pm.

Where: Springville Rd TH. Parking is limited. Carpooling is encouraged!

What: Raking. 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.

For Volunteer Crew Leaders: Raking course FP 24

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!

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Please join Portland Parks & Recreation to remove English ivy and other invasively growing species along the Towhee Trail in Marquam Nature Park 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: Wednesday, November 12th, 9 am to 12 pm.

Where: Towhee TH. Parking is very limited. Carpooling is encouraged! There is additional parking here - you will need to carefully walk down the road to the trailhead if you park on Fairmont Blvd.

What: This event will take place near the trailhead but may require bending over, walking off-trail on uneven surfaces. A portable restroom will be available at this site (not ADA compliant).

Please contact Monica Hescheles  (PP&R Stewardship Coordinator, City Nature West) if you have any questions about the event. 

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.

For Volunteer Crew Leaders: Raking course MNP 2/3

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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 any questions, please email us!

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Join us for a raking volunteer event to help protect our trails through the winter! We'll be clearing fallen leaves from the trail surface to reduce erosion and support natural water flow. Removing this moisture-trapping organic matter helps prevent trail damage during the wet and freezing months ahead. Your efforts will make a big difference in keeping the trails safe and sustainable all season long.

When: Thursday, November 20th, 9am to 12pm.

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

What: Raking. 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!

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Join us for a restoration volunteer event 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 Marquam Nature Park accessible and protecting the long-term health of the trails!

When: Saturday, November 22nd, 9 am to 12 pm.

Where: Marquam Nature Park - Broadway TH. Street parking is very limited. Carpooling is encouraged! Park on the side of SW Broadway Dr or SW Davenport St. The Broadway TH is located on the south side of SW Broadway Dr. Another option is to park in the parking lot at the Marquam Nature Park Shelter and hike north up the Sunnyside Trail (0.4 mi) to the Broadway Trail (0.2 mi) to reach the meeting spot.

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!

Join us for a raking volunteer event to help protect our trails through the winter! We'll be clearing fallen leaves from the trail surface to reduce erosion and support natural water flow. Removing this moisture-trapping organic matter helps prevent trail damage during the wet and freezing months ahead. Your efforts will make a big difference in keeping the trails safe and sustainable all season long.

When: Saturday, November 29th, 2025, from 9 am-12 pm.

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

What: Raking. 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!

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Join us for a raking volunteer event to help protect our trails through the winter! We'll be clearing fallen leaves from the trail surface to reduce erosion and support natural water flow. Removing this moisture-trapping organic matter helps prevent trail damage during the wet and freezing months ahead. Your efforts will make a big difference in keeping the trails safe and sustainable all season long.

When: Saturday, December 6th, 9am to 12pm.

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

What: Raking. 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!

Join us for a raking volunteer event to help protect our trails through the winter! We'll be clearing fallen leaves from the trail surface to reduce erosion and support natural water flow. Removing this moisture-trapping organic matter helps prevent trail damage during the wet and freezing months ahead. Your efforts will make a big difference in keeping the trails safe and sustainable all season long.

When: Wednesday, December 10th, 2025, from 9 am-12 pm.

Where: Marquam Nature Park. Parking is limited. Carpooling is encouraged!

What: Raking. 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 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!