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SUMMARY:Coast Fork Willamette Watershed Council Science Pub
DESCRIPTION:On March 27th\, the Coast Fork Willamette Watershed Council (CFWWC) welcomes Jenny Laxton\, Mt. Pisgah Arboretum Education Manager\, for our March 2018 Science Pub presentation entitled Slimy Creatures. This presentation will explore slugs\, snails\, worms and more! They might be a bit goopy\, sometimes drippy and high on your personal yuck factor scale\, but these underappreciated little critters are more fascinating than you’ve ever imagined. Break out your inner kid and examine our local slime creators with fresh eyes. Lions\, tigers and bears have nothing on the weird and wacky world of these charismatic critters. \nJenny Laxton has been teaching kids and adults about the outdoors for 15 years. She has an undergraduate degree in Environmental Studies from the University of Oregon and currently works as the Education Manager at Mount Pisgah Arboretum. She grew up in Oregon and enjoys helping people forge a greater connection to their small part of the world. She agrees with her 2 and 4-year old that the gross things in life are the most fun. \nThe CFWWC hosts a family-friendly monthly public meeting series called the Coast Fork Science Pub on the fourth Tuesday of each month from 5-7pm at the Axe & Fiddle\, 657 E. Main Street in Cottage Grove. The event begins with informal socializing\, trivia\, and updates about the watershed and watershed council during the first hour. The Science Pub presentation begins at 6pm. CFWWC receives 10% of all sales from the evening between 5-7:30pm. The event is free to the public\, with a $5 donation suggested. For further information\, visit Coast Fork Willamette Watershed Council on Facebook or www.coastfork.org.
URL:https://www.middleforkwillamette.org/event/coast-fork-willamette-watershed-council-science-pub/
LOCATION:Axe & Fiddle\, 657 E. Main St.\, Cottage Grove\, OR
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SUMMARY:Forests Today and Forever Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join OSU Forestry and Natural Resources Extension\, Forests Today & Forever\, and Bauman Tree Farm for a journey through a locally managed forest to learn about the dynamic nature of how forests grow in Western Oregon. We will walk through different ages of trees to discuss the forest cycle and what keeps trees healthy. This tour will also discuss enhancing forest diversity while uncovering some of the challenges that forest landowners face while managing their property for multiple resources. After the tour join us for a brown bag lunch in the meadow to talk about forest products and recreation. \nSpace on this tour is limited\, so early registration is suggested.\nRegister at http://bit.ly/2H0C9v1 \nThis tour is FREE\, but pre-registration at the web address above is required. Registration closes March 14.
URL:https://www.middleforkwillamette.org/event/forests-today-and-forever-walking-tour/
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SUMMARY:MFWWC Science Pub - Floodplain Restoration: The Story of Staley Creek & Board Elections
DESCRIPTION:Rivers and streams are dynamic environments that are constantly changing. Or at least they should be. For the last 50 years\, lower Staley Creek was static – confined to constructed berms that kept it channelized and didn’t allow water to flow out onto the floodplain. Thanks to a grant from the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board and Western Native Trout Initiative\, as well as funding from the US Forest Service\, we were able to restore a one mile section of lower Staley to a more natural condition\, creating diverse habitat that will benefit fish and wildlife species and increase water storage. \nJoin our Restoration Projects Manager\, and her partners at the US Forest service (Hydrologist\, Lisa Kurian\, and Fish Biologist\, Matt Helstab) us as they share the story of why this project was needed\, what this partnership means for the river\, and how it will affect the overall health of the watershed. Come early and stay late as Hilltop has generously offered to donate 10% of all proceeds between 6pm and 9pm to the Middle Fork Willamette Watershed Council. \n\nThis event is free to the public with a $5 suggested donation.\n\nPlease note: we will be holding this event on the back patio of Hilltop. It is covered and has heaters but please dress for the weather!\n\nThis event will also be our annual board elections. You are an eligible voting members if you have attended a meeting or event in the last 6 months.  So if you have attended the Floodplain Science Pub in Oakridge\, Mushrooms of the Middle Fork\, or the Dorris Ranch Planting Celebration you are eligible. Or if you have attended any of the Board of Directors meetings themselves you are also eligible to vote. Check out our candidates on our website and we will see at the science pub!
URL:https://www.middleforkwillamette.org/event/freeing-floodplains-through-restoration-a-mfwwc-science-pub/
LOCATION:Hilltop Bar & Grill\, 35831 OR-58 #2\, Pleasant Hill\, OR\, 97455
ORGANIZER;CN="Middle Fork Willamette Watershed Council":MAILTO:emma@middleforkwillamette.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180224T090000
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SUMMARY:Dorris Ranch Community Planting Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us and help put the finishing touches on our oak woodland restoration project at Dorris Ranch.  Together with Willamalane we have worked to release the oak woodland\, and now we need your help to give it a little love. We will be planting native shrubs and wildflowers that are adapted to areas with more sunlight\, just like the newly restored woodland! These native plants will help attract pollinators\, provide key habitat for native birds and wildlife\, and reduce erosion on the open slopes. Your help will ensure that our work is successful and lasts well into the future. \nCome for the restoration\, stay for the celebration!  After getting our hands dirty planting we will gather at the Dorris Ranch barn for snacks and drinks to celebrate the watershed\, our volunteers\, and all the great work we have accomplished this year.  Drinks will be provided by Plank Town Brewing and Mountain Rose Herbs. \nCome help us finish restoring this woodland that we all love so much! \nPlease click here to register or email gale@mfwwc.org with questions.
URL:https://www.middleforkwillamette.org/event/dorris-ranch-community-planting-event/
LOCATION:Dorris Ranch\, 205 Dorris St\, Springfield\, OR\, 97477
ORGANIZER;CN="Middle Fork Willamette Watershed Council":MAILTO:emma@middleforkwillamette.org
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SUMMARY:Friends of Buford Park Willamette Confluence Preserve Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and Friends of Buford Park on a walking tour of the Willamette Confluence. The Willamette Confluence features extensive habitats that are endangered in the Willamette Valley and includes six miles of river corridor\, floodplain forest\, wetlands\, upland oak woodlands and native prairie. The Conservancy is working with partners to reconnect the river to its historic floodplain across 20 ponds in this former gravel mining site. During this 4 mile mostly flat walking tour\, volunteer docents will lead you around the Middle part of the preserve\, highlighting the conservation efforts\, human history\, and natural wonders.
URL:https://www.middleforkwillamette.org/event/friends-of-buford-park-willamette-confluence-preserve-tour/
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SUMMARY:Friends of Buford Park & Mt. Pisgah Turtle Flats Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends’ of Buford Park Executive Director Chris Orsinger for a morning tour of Turtle Flats\, a 62 acre floodplain where the Coast Fork and Middle Fork of the Willamette River come together. The Friends recently purchased and are in the process of restoring the area. Come see the old gravel ponds which now are home to river otter\, western pond turtles\, and waterfowl and the willow wetlands where migratory songbirds flock.Turtle Flats is extremely important because it connects two key parcels that provide conservation and recreation benefits to our community – Glassbar Island\, owned by Oregon State Parks\, and Willamette Confluence Preserve\, owned by The Nature Conservancy. You’ll learn about the cooperative efforts of the Friends and these two organizations to transform their adjoining parcels into a vibrant community amenity where fish and wildlife thrive and where people can enjoy nature.The pace of this tour will be leisurely. However\, to enjoy this tour\, you must be able to walk comfortably over old gravel roads for approximately 2 miles and stand on your feet for 3 hours. As a reminder\, no pets are allowed on the tour.
URL:https://www.middleforkwillamette.org/event/friends-of-buford-park-mt-pisgah-turtle-flats-tour/
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SUMMARY:Thurston Hills Natural Area Grand Opening Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the grand opening of Thurston Hills Natural Area in Springfield! This great event will feature key speakers to talk about the project as well as featuring booths of organizations that made this project a success. Middle Fork Willamette Watershed Council will be there talking about our oak restoration project at Thurston Hills and how you can get involved. Located at 7575 Mckenzie Highway in Springfield\, please park across the street at the local church or in the neighborhood. Please bring walking shoes and warm clothes. Coffee and breakfast treats will be provided. Tell your friends! This beautiful new trailhead provides access to a 665 acre natural area and 4 miles of multi-use trails an incredible asset for the community. For more information email fraserm@willamalane.org or call 541-736-4051.
URL:https://www.middleforkwillamette.org/event/thurston-hills-natural-area-grand-opening-celebration/
LOCATION:Thurston Hills Natural Area\, 7575 Main St\, Springfield\, OR\, 97478\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Willamalane":MAILTO:fraserm@willamalane.org
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SUMMARY:Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The monthly Board of Directors Meeting\, held at the MFWWC office\, 38259 Wheeler Road\, Dexter\, from 5-7 pm.
URL:https://www.middleforkwillamette.org/event/board-of-directors-meeting/
LOCATION:MFWWC Office\, 655 A Street Suite A/B\, Springfield\, OR\, 97477\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Middle Fork Willamette Watershed Council":MAILTO:emma@middleforkwillamette.org
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SUMMARY:Mushrooms of the Middle Fork
DESCRIPTION:Please join Middle Fork Willamette Watershed Council and USFS Botanist\, Molly Juillerat\, for our annual Mushrooms of the Middle Fork foray! Learn how to find and identify typical northwest edibles\, pick up a mushroom permit\, and have fun meeting other enthusiasts in your area. We’ll meet at the Middle Fork Ranger District Office on Hwy. 58 for a brief presentation before heading out for a mushroom collection hiking tour on surrounding trails. We’ll separate and ID our finds back at the ranger station and break for a mushroom-themed potluck – so feel free to bring your favorite mushroom dish\, dessert or hors d’oeuvre to share! What to bring: We’re expecting cooler temperatures and possibly rain. Please dress in layers\, bring rain gear and wear sturdy shoes for hiking. Please carry water and a sack lunch or snacks to enjoy trailside. \nDue to limited space\, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Please register here or give us a call at 541-937-9800 with questions. $10 suggested donation at the door.
URL:https://www.middleforkwillamette.org/event/mushrooms-of-the-middle-fork/
LOCATION:USDA Middle Fork District Ranger Station\, 46375 Hwy. 58\, Westfir\, OR\, 97492\, United States
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SUMMARY:2017 Great Willamette Clean Up on the Middle Fork
DESCRIPTION:Oakridge river lovers unite! The Middle Fork Watershed Council will be leading an effort to clean up Salmon Creek and the Middle Fork starting at the Greenwaters Park Pavillion where participants will split up into groups to clean pre-designated sites in Greenwaters\, Salmon Creek and other areas along the Middle Fork. This cleanup will be led in collaboration with the US Forest Service\, Greater Oakridge Area Trail Stewards and the City of Oakridge. Please wear sturdy close-toed shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. Gloves\, garbage bags and tools provided by Middle Fork Willamette Watershed Council. \n\n\nAfterwards\, you may choose to carpool from Greenwaters Park to Eugene at noon for the Volunteer Thank You Party\, 1:00 – 3:00PM at the Ninkasi Tasting Room Patio at 272 Van Buren St. in Eugene. Oakridge Mayor\, Jim Coey\, will be making an address in support of the river. Free lunch by Track Town Pizza\, beverages by Ninkasi and Mountain Rose Herbs\, Ice Cream by Red Wagon Creamery\, music\, raffle and more! Please REGISTER HERE. You may also contact MFWWC Board Member\, Kathy Nichols\, with any questions specific to the Oakridge site.
URL:https://www.middleforkwillamette.org/event/2017-great-willamette-clean-up-on-the-middle-fork/
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SUMMARY:Middle Fork Science Pub:  Restoring the Staley Creek Floodplain
DESCRIPTION:Rivers and streams are dynamic environments that are constantly changing. Or at least they should be. For the last 50 years\, lower Staley Creek was static – confined to constructed berms that kept it channelized and didn’t allow water to flow out onto the floodplain. Thanks to a grant from the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board and Western Native Trout Initiative\, as well as funding from the US Forest Service\, we were able to restore a one mile section of lower Staley to a more natural condition\, creating diverse habitat that will benefit fish and wildlife species and increase water storage. \n\nPlease join the US Forest Service Middle Fork Ranger District and the Middle Fork Willamette Watershed Council on Thursday\, October 5th\, from 6-8PM for a family-friendly presentation about the recent restoration work completed on lower Staley Creek this summer. Learn about general floodplain science\, what “restoration-in-action” looks like\, why this project took place\, how we expect the stream to change in the future\, and what this means for overall watershed health in the Middle Fork Willamette watershed basin. Sign-in\, order some food and drink and meet and greet from 6-6:30PM. The presentation will begin promptly thereafter. $10 suggested donation at the door. All are welcome! Questions? Give us a call at 541-937-9800 or email restoration@mfwwc.org.
URL:https://www.middleforkwillamette.org/event/midde-fork-science-pub-restoring-the-staley-creek-floodplain/
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