Planting at Chinook Landing; age + Referral

Join Metro's Community Education & Stewardship team at Chinook Landing where we will plant the slough area behind the archery range with native wetland plants like sedges and wapato. All tools, supplies and some refreshments provided. Ground may be uneven and wet. Children aged 10 and up are welcome to join with a parent/ guardian present.

Learn how to plant native plants like wapato and sedge. Learn about the importance of sloughs and wetlands. Build community!

Metro believes that connection to land promotes joy and wellbeing and nurtures a sense of belonging, reciprocity and generosity. The nature activities offered by Metro’s community education and stewardship team are designed to be collaborative, safe and welcoming. By participating in this planting you are helping restore the Columbia Slough and the wetland species who call this place home.

Opportunity Requirements:

Volunteers must be10years of age or olderto participate in this opportunity; any volunteerunder age 18 must attend with a parent or adult chaperone.

Click on the sign up link above if you are interested in helping out!

** This is a Referral Opportunity, which means it is run directly by one of our nonprofit partners. Once you express interest, someone from the partner organization should follow up with you shortly to discuss confirming you as a volunteer for this opportunity.

** Please note, your hours may not be recorded in your Hands On Greater Portland account since this is a partner-managed opportunity.

Issue Area(s) Environment, Civic & Community

Requirements

Age Minimum (with Adult): 10+ , Minimum Age:18+ , Court Ordered Volunteer - Allowed

Friday, October 3, 2025 From
10:30 AM - 2:00 PM

After Expressing interest, the Opportunity Leader will be notified of your interest and will contact you with further details or to schedule you for this opportunity.