Opportunities From: Portland Parks & Recreation

Project description: Project description: This is a new element of the Annual No Ivy Day event. It is the perfect opportunity for anyone who wants to learn more about restoration efforts in Portland, get creative and connect with community. We will provide information about some of the challenges Portland experiences with weedy introduced plants like English ivy, and materials and instruction to create a novice ivy basket or basic ivy flower wreath. No ivy or crafting experience necessary! Bring your lunch and come craft with us! We will provide the ivy, tools and crafting supplies necessary, some warm beverages and light snacks. This is a great chance to check out the newly renovated Mt. Scott Community Center.

Please note that some people can have a reaction to English ivy that may cause a rash or irritation. It may be helpful to wear long pants and long sleeves. Gloves will be provided if desired. 

Please register ahead of time by selecting “respond” for an individual and “respond for a team” to register a team” to register more than one person. This event requires separate registration from the No Ivy Day volunteer events. If you are not comfortable creating a login to register for any reason, please reach out to monica.hescheles@portlandoregon.gov and we can help you get registered.

Closest address to meeting location:
Mt. Scott Community Center - Multi-Purpose Room 3
5530 SE 72nd Avenue Portland, OR 97206

Map to meeting location.

Parking and public transit:  Parking is available in the lot and along SE 74th Ave, SE Ellis St. and other nearby streets. Bus #10 drops off at SE 72nd and SE Harold right in front of the community center and Bus #14 drops off at SE 72nd and SE Foster, a short walk to the community center. 

Children 6 + are welcome if accompanied by an attentive adult. 

Location description/accessibility: This event will mostly take place sitting at a table and chairs or on the ground and verbal and visual instruction will be provided. There is the option of stairs or elevator to reach the multi-purpose room.

Questions? Contact Monica Walker (Hescheles) at monica.hescheles@portlandoregon.gov or  503-823-8367.

Project Description:

Join Portland Parks & Recreation and Friends of Pier Park for the removal of invasive growing plants, mulch spreading, gravel spreading, trash and fallen branch removal. 

If possible, please bring your own gloves. Tools and instruction will be provided. Please wear close-toed, sturdy shoes and dress for the weather and bring a water bottle and snacks.

Please register ahead of time by selecting “respond” for an individual and “respond for a team” to register a team” to register more than one person. If you are not comfortable creating a login to register for any reason, please reach out to monica.hescheles@portlandoregon.gov and we can help you get registered.

Closest address to meeting location: Maintenance Garage corner of N. James St and Bruce Ave

Map to Pier Park meeting location. 

Parking and public transit: There is a bus stop for Pier Park that can be found by looking up the Pier Park Stop ID: 10697. More info at Trimet.org. 

Children are welcome if accompanied by an attentive adult

Location description/accessibility: This event will require bending over and may require walking on uneven surfaces. A portable restroom will be available at this site.

Know-Ivy Crafting Workshop: Not ready to get out in the field or want to keep the fun going into the afternoon? Come learn more weedy introduced species, get creative and utilize readily available materials during our first Know-Ivy Crafting Workshop. Separate registration required. Learn more and register here.

Thank you for helping to keep Portland parks healthy and beautiful! Below are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event.

Volunteers are essential to this fun and family-friendly event. Volunteers help decorate, staff games and help clean up after. This is a very good volunteer opportunity for high school and college students, or anyone who enjoys a fall festival! Costumes are encouraged!

Volunteers are essential to this fun and family-friendly event. Volunteers help decorate, staff games and help clean up after. This is a very good volunteer opportunity for high school and college students, or anyone who enjoys a fall festival! Costumes are encouraged!

Volunteers are essential to this fun and family-friendly event. Volunteers help setup the event, staff games and clean up after. This is a very good volunteer opportunity for high school and college students, or anyone who enjoys a fall festival! Costumes are encouraged!

Join the Friends of April Hill Park for a volunteer stewardship day! This event is hosted and led by Friends of April Hill Park and will focus on removing weeds and other debris near the playground and Giant Sequoia. Come when you can and stay as long as you can. Tools and gloves are provided and remember to wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather.

Meet by the Giant Sequoia near the playground.

Map link to April Hill Park meeting location.

Project Description:
Join PP&R and the Friends of April Hill Park to remove invasively growing species and support other stewardship in April Hill Park! Come when you can and stay as long as you can. We'll meet by the Giant Sequoia near the playground and then head into the park's natural area to remove invasively growing species such as English ivy.

Tools and gloves are provided for you, but remember to wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather, as the ground can be uneven. Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated; we'll have snacks, coffee, and water for your convenience. We will instruct on the best practice and techniques for ivy removal without harming native plants.

Please register ahead of time by selecting “respond” for an individual and “respond for a team” to register a team” to register more than one person. If you are not comfortable creating a login to register for any reason, please reach out to monica.hescheles@portlandoregon.gov and we can help you get registered.

Closest address to meeting location: SW 58th Avenue and Miles Street Portland, OR 97219

Map link to April Hill Park meeting location.

Parking and public transit:  The most direct way to get there is by is by west on SW Vermont from SW 45th Ave. Gabriel Park. Turn right on SW 60th Ave. Continue on SW60th, left on to SW Miles Street. April Hill Park is straight ahead. There is plenty of on-street parking. The other entrance to the park, is from SW Multnomah Blvd take SW Maplewood Rd at SW 45th.( 5 legged corner). Continue on Maplewood to SW52nd and SW Custer. This is a three legged corner. Turn left onto SW Custer at SW52nd Ave., then turn right at SW 54th and left at SW Logan Ct. April Hill Park is straight ahead. There is on-street parking.

Unfortunately, this site is not easily accessible by public transportation.

Children are welcome if accompanied by an attentive adult.

Accessibility:  This event will require bending over and walking on uneven surfaces. A portable restroom will be available at this site. 

Thank you for helping to keep Portland parks healthy and beautiful! Below are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event.

Project description: Join Portland Parks & Recreation and Friends of Terwilliger to remove ground and tree ivy along the historic Terwilliger Parkway for No Ivy Day 2025! For over 20 years PP&R has been working together with partner organizations and community members to remove invasively growing ivy and educate Portlanders about the importance of ivy removal during this city-wide event. Removing weedy introduced species helps restore wildlife habitat and creates space for a diversity of native plants and animals to thrive.

Tools, gloves, water, and project instructions provided. Please dress for the weather, wear sturdy close-toed shoes, and bring your own personal water bottle and snacks. Volunteers will be working off trail on uneven ground.

Please register ahead of time by selecting “respond” for an individual and “respond for a team” to register a team” to register more than one person. If you are not comfortable creating a login to register for any reason, please reach out to monica.hescheles@portlandoregon.gov and we can help you get registered.

Know-Ivy Crafting Workshop: Not ready to get out in the field or want to keep the fun going into the afternoon? Come learn more weedy introduced species, get creative and utilize readily available materials during our first Know-Ivy Crafting Workshop. Separate registration required. Learn more and register.  

Closest address to meeting location: 5700 SW Terwilliger Blvd, Portland, OR 97239

Map to meeting location.

Parking and public transit: Parking is available in the Chart House Parking Lot. We will meet in the northwestern corner of the parking lot.

Children are 8+ are welcome with an attentive adult.

Location description/accessibility: This works requires bending over. There are options to work alongside a relatively flat and paved pathway or navigate off-trail on uneven ground. A non-ADA portable restroom will be available on site

Questions? Contact Robin Vesey at vesey1912@gmail.com or 503-887-5026.

Thank you for helping to keep Portland parks healthy and beautiful! Below are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event.

Project Description:

Join Portland Parks & Recreation and Friends of Rocky Butte to remove English ivy at this special east side park! Rocky Butte has a fascinating history and is home to so much native wildlife. We will be working in a steep area and will be removing tree ivy to protect this important tree canopy.

All tools and gloves will be provided. We will be working on steep, uneven ground so please wear closed toed, sturdy shoes that have good grip. Also, please dress for the weather, and bring a water bottle and snacks.

Please register ahead of time by selecting “respond” for an individual and “respond for a team” to register a team” to register more than one person. If you are not comfortable creating a login to register for any reason, please reach out to monica.hescheles@portlandoregon.gov and we can help you get registered.

Closest address to meeting location: Exact location will be updated soon and emailed to event participants before the event. 

Map to meeting location: Updated soon

Parking and public transit: Updated soon

Children are not recommended for this site. This site is suitable for participants 16+ due to steep terrain.

Location description/accessibility: This event will require bending over and walking on uneven surfaces and navigating at steep slope. A portable restroom will be available at this site.

Know-Ivy Crafting Workshop: Not ready to get out in the field or want to keep the fun going into the afternoon? Come learn more weedy introduced species, get creative and utilize readily available materials during our first Know-Ivy Crafting Workshop. Separate registration required. Learn more and register here.

Thank you for helping to keep Portland parks healthy and beautiful! Below are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event.

Project Description:

Join Portland Parks & Recreation at the lovely Woodlawn Park to remove English ivy! We'll be focusing on areas of the park where the ivy has taken over, and we need your support in tending to this neighborhood gem. Meet us at the basketball courts for tools, gloves, and instructions.

All ages and skills welcome! Some areas we'll be working in are accessible from a paved pathway, other areas have stairs. Please wear sturdy close-toed shoes if available and layers to dress for the weather. Bring a water bottle and any food you may want/need. If you have any questions about the event accessibility, please email us. Thanks for helping us steward this space!

Please register ahead of time by selecting “respond” for an individual and “respond for a team” to register a team” to register more than one person. If you are not comfortable creating a login to register for any reason, please reach out to monica.hescheles@portlandoregon.gov and we can help you get registered.

Closest address to meeting location: NE 13th Avenue and Dekum Street Portland, OR 97211

Map to Woodlawn Park meeting location. 

Parking and public transit: Check out TriMet Trip Planner to find the best public transit routes to this park. There is street parking by the park and in the surrounding neighborhood.

Children 5+ are welcome if accompanied by an attentive adult

Location description/accessibility: This event will require bending over and may require walking on uneven surfaces. Some areas we'll be working in are accessible from a paved pathway, other areas have stairs. A portable restroom will be available at this site.

Know-Ivy Crafting Workshop: Not ready to get out in the field or want to keep the fun going into the afternoon? Come learn more weedy introduced species, get creative and utilize readily available materials during our first Know-Ivy Crafting Workshop. Separate registration required. Learn more and register here.

Thank you for helping to keep Portland parks healthy and beautiful! Below are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event.

Project Description:

Join Tryon Creek Watershed Council in partnership with Portland Parks & Recreation to remove invasively growing English Ivy at beloved Marshall Park! After a few seasons tending to areas near the creek and new trailhead, we will be newly focusing at the SW 18th Place trailhead. PP&R has recently done weedy tree removal, so it'll be easier for us to access ivy!

Please BYO water and snacks; we'll provide some snacks and beverages, as well as gloves and tools - but please feel welcome to BYO gloves if preferred! Please wear layers for the weather, and close-toed sturdy shoes for uneven ground.

Please register ahead of time by selecting “respond” for an individual and “respond for a team” to register a team” to register more than one person. If you are not comfortable creating a login to register for any reason, please reach out to monica.hescheles@portlandoregon.gov and we can help you get registered.

Closest address to meeting location: 9451 SW 18th Place - trailhead parking lot

Map to Marshall Park meeting location. 

Parking and public transit: We will meet at the trailhead on SW 18th Place, which accommodates about 10 cars. Back-up parking can be at the end of SW Collins Ct nearby at the Foley-Balmer trail, or at the Marshall Park Playground turnaround which is a 10min walk through the park away. The nearest TriMet stops are 5317 and 5318, which are a 15-min walk away.

Children 6+ are welcome if accompanied by an attentive adult

Location description/accessibility: This event will require bending over and may require walking on uneven surfaces. A portable restroom will be available at this site.

Know-Ivy Crafting Workshop: Not ready to get out in the field or want to keep the fun going into the afternoon? Come learn more weedy introduced species, get creative and utilize readily available materials during our first Know-Ivy Crafting Workshop. Separate registration required. Learn more and register here.

Thank you for helping to keep Portland parks healthy and beautiful! Below are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event.

Project Description:

Join Portland Parks & Recreation on this city-wide effort to remove ivy and enhance Indian Creek Natural Area. Located along Johnson Creek in SE Portland, this area has a hidden gem that is only found during the raining season. During heavy rainfall, this seasonal creek cascades, into what some might even call a waterfall.

We will be working in a forest understory near the creek and gloves/tools will be provided. We will be working on uneven ground so please wear closed toed, sturdy shoes.

Please register ahead of time by selecting “respond” for an individual and “respond for a team” to register a team” to register more than one person. If you are not comfortable creating a login to register for any reason, please reach out to monica.hescheles@portlandoregon.gov and we can help you to register. 

Closest address to meeting location: 10368 SE Knapp St, Portland, OR 97266

Map to meeting location.

Parking and public transit: From I-205, take the Johnson Creek Blvd. exit. Turn East onto Johnson Creek Blvd. and then left (North) at the stoplight onto SE 92nd. Turn right (East) onto SE Flavel and then left (Northeast) onto SE Knapp. Indian Creek Natural Area is about 1000 feet (.2 miles), on the right (South) side of SE Knapp. Parking is along the road. Tri-met: Bus #19 (I-205 Overpass stop) or Green line MAX (Flavel stop). Pass under the I-205 Overpass, then walk southeast 200 feet on Mt. Scott Blvd. (Flavel becomes Mt. Scott Blvd.), then east on SE Knapp for ¼ mile. Indian Creek is on your right.

Children are not recommended for this site. This site is suitable for participants 15+.

Location description/accessibility: This event will require bending over and walking on uneven surfaces and navigating at steep slope. A portable restroom will be available at this site.

Know-Ivy Crafting Workshop: Not ready to get out in the field or want to keep the fun going into the afternoon? Come learn more weedy introduced species, get creative and utilize readily available materials during our first Know-Ivy Crafting Workshop. Separate registration required. Learn more and register here.

Thank you for helping to keep Portland parks healthy and beautiful! Below are a few tips to get you ready for your stewardship event.

Join Portland Parks & Recreation for volunteer days every 4th Thursday of the month to support stewardship efforts at Luuwit View Park!

Event Details

Please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one. Wear sturdy close-toed shoes and layers to dress for the weather, plus any snacks you want/need. 

Work looks and feels different for every body. We encourage volunteers to go at their own pace and take breaks to rest.

Keep yourself and your community safe and healthy - please stay home if you are sick. There will always be more opportunities to volunteer with us!

Site Accessibility

There are paved and non-paved surfaces at Luuwit View. Depending on the day and tasks, the surfaces to travel on may vary. 

There are ADA accessible restrooms on site. Many areas of the park have open exposure to the sun.

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please email us. If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

About the Park

Luuwit (pronounced loo-wit, is the Cowlitz name for Mt. St. Helens) View Park is a beautiful greenspace in NE Portland with many amenities for park visitors.

Bees are frequent visitors to this park! They are often found buzzing around flowers and in the grass. Bees are important beneficial pollinators. If you have a known allergy to bee stings, please let us know. 

Parking and Transportation

Please refer to the details below for parking information. To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Join Portland Parks & Recreation for volunteer days every second Tuesday of the month to support stewardship efforts at Wilkes Park and help us revive the pollinator patch and take care of the native plants at the park!

Event Details

Please bring a reusable water bottle if you have one. Wear sturdy close-toed shoes and layers to dress for the weather, plus any snacks you want/need. 

Work looks and feels different for every body. We encourage volunteers to go at their own pace and take breaks to rest.

Keep yourself and your community safe and healthy - please stay home if you are sick. There will always be more opportunities to volunteer with us!

Site Accessibility

Activities may require bending, stooping, or kneeling close to the ground. There is an accessible restroom on-site. Some parts of the park have a paved, flat pathway.

Some trees provide shade, and other areas have full sun exposure. 

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please email us. If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

About the Park

Wilkes Park is a sweet, neighborhood greenspace tucked away in NE Portland featuring a pollinator patch and native plants along the fence line. 

Parking and Transportation

Please refer to the details below for parking information. To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Are you enthusiastic about gardening? We are looking for volunteers to help tend the gardens at the Multnomah Arts Center. Gardening volunteers help keep outdoor spaces welcoming, beautiful, and well-tended for all who visit. This is a hands-on opportunity to contribute to the health and appearance of the grounds while supporting a vibrant community hub. This is a great role for someone who enjoys working with plants, being outdoors, and making a positive impact in the community!

These positions work independently and allow volunteers to work as their schedule and availability allows. PP&R will provide onsite training, ongoing support, and all supplies. 

Join Portland Parks & Recreation and The Portland Monarchs for a morning in the new butterfly habitat at the viewpoint at Pittock Mansion.

The new butterfly habitat is a sanctuary that plays a critical role in providing a habitat for endangered Monarch Butterflies and other pollinators. The loss of habitats due to human activities is one of the leading causes of the drastic decline in the Monarch Butterfly. The garden is designed primarily with native plants, which includes Milkweed, the only plant that Monarch caterpillars can eat. Creating new habitats is one of the best ways to help the Monarchs recover.  The Portland Monarchs are leading this event, and no gardening experience is necessary. All instruction and tools will be provided. During the event, we will continue to remove unwanted plants, define existing planting areas, mulch, and tend to the garden.

We meet at 10:00 am and end at 12:00 pm 

Meet at the viewpoint

The path to the viewpoint is paved, mostly flat with a slight decline, and free of holes. To access the garden, volunteers need to be able to step down about 4-6 inches and step up to leave the garden. Shade is limited in the garden and there are picnic tables in the area for sitting. There are two restrooms and a water fountain. If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please email us.

If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

Parking is located in the lot at Pittock Mansion, there is plenty of spots available during the volunteer work party. Parking passes will be provided, please arrive by 9:50 am if you need a parking pass. You'll find us at the viewpoint where you will get your parking pass. To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

Join Portland Parks & Recreation in the garden every Tuesday, rain or shine, to tend to the plants on the grounds at Pittock Mansion. Spend a couple of hours with us, weeding, mulching, and planting throughout the garden.

We meet at 9:00 am and end at 11:30 am.

There are two restrooms in the garden and a water fountain. The garden is accessed by paved paths, which are flat and free of holes. Shade is limited in the garden and there are two to three benches in the area for sitting. 

If you have questions about the accessibility of the event, please email us. If you have an ADA accommodation request to be able to participate in this volunteer event, please use the 311 ADA Accommodation Request webpage.

Parking is located in the lot at Pittock Mansion, there is plenty of spots available during the volunteer work party. Parking passes will be provided, please have the Parking Kitty app downloaded on your phone. 

To find bus routes and public transportation options, check out the TriMet Trip Planner tool.

We invite all members of the community to help care for the plants and garden beds at Burlingame Park. We meet every third Tuesday of the month from 10:00 am to Noon. Projects and tasks will be determined based on the number of volunteers who sign up.  

Event Information 

If you have gardening gloves, please bring them. We will have limited numbers to loan out. 

Dress for the weather, wear close toed shoes, and bring a water bottle. 

Meet on the path near the playground. 

All tools and instructions will be provided. 

We invite our community, family, and friends to share space and tend our plant relatives together. We meet every second and fourth Saturdays of the month, from 10am to 2pm. We hope to see you then!

Tools provided. Please bring gloves, bring water, wear close toed shoes, and dress for the weather.

This event will be cancelled if the temperature is over 90 degrees Fahrenheit or if the City of Portland is closed due to inclement weather.

Questions? Contact Edie Goodwin, NGG CG Technician, at Edie.Goodwin@PortlandOregon.gov

Fulfill court-ordered community service hours by helping to cleanup a park in a neighborhood near you. Locations, dates, and times vary and will be determined after a phone screening. We want to ensure your shift will work with your schedule and transit options.

Please arrive on time and ready to work at the start of your shift. Please bring a water bottle, wear close-toed shoes, and dress appropriately for the weather. Training and tools will be provided on-site.

Tasks may include:

A typical schedule for our community service volunteers is from:

From this opportunity page, click Respond, then Sign Up.

On the Create an Account Page, select Court-Ordered Community Service Application.

Fill out the application.

Tip: Remember your password! You'll sign in later to submit your service hours.

Once your application is submitted, Volunteer Services will follow up for a 10 to 15 minute phone screening to place you in the right service opportunity. Or you may call (503) 823-5121 from Monday to Friday, 9am to 2pm during the summer months or 9am to 5pm during other seasons to begin your screening process. 

We will schedule you after the phone screening.

Arrive on time and ready to work! You will receive 2 bonus community service hours for showing up on time for your first shift.

After you attend each community service shift, sign into your Get Connected account to add your own hours.

Website: https://volunteer.portlandoregon.gov/

Please reach out to Volunteer.Services@PortlandOregon.gov when you have completed your hours. We will verify your service hours completion, then send an email to the email address you provided in the application to confirm your hours and provide any notes about work ethic. We would love to give you a great review!

Thank you for choosing to complete your service hours with Portland Parks & Recreation!