Be Green with Portland Organizations
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The Intertwine
A coalition for parks, trails and nature in Portland Oregon & Vancouver Washington region.
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Portland State University, Institute for Sustainable Solutions
At PSU, each student has the opportunity to graduate with real-world understanding of complex sustainability issues — social, economic, and environmental — and have hands-on experience testing and adapting solutions.
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Get Help with Ecoroof, Raingarden and Downspout Disconnection Projects
Learn more about what you can do on your own property.
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Volunteer with Friends of Mt. Tabor Park
Join the "Weed Warriors" as a volunteer or crew leader to help Mt. Tabor Park.
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Plant Trees
Help with planting days or become a summer tree inspector with Friends of Trees.
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Be a Green Street Steward
Green streets are small rain gardens in the public right-of-way that manage stormwater runoff from streets.
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Get Involved with SOLV
Volunteer at planting events and attend presentations focused on watershed health.
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Rain Garden or Naturescaping Workshops
Attend or host a workshop to learn about planning and constructing rain gardens and naturescaping
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Volunteer with Depave
Volunteer to work on pavement removal projects that protect water quality.
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Backyard Certified Habitat Program
Teach your neighbors and friends about backyard habitats and help them certify their backyards! Contact Audubon Society of Portland or Columbia Land Trust.
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Portland Surfrider
Volunteer for cleanups and learn about ways to help protect our oceans, waves and beaches.
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SW Watershed Resource Center
Volunteer or attend an education session to learn more about invasive plant removal and native plant landscaping, stormwater management, and natural gardening.
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Rose Festival
Volunteer for the festival that celebrates Portland and learn more about what they are doing for World Environment Day.