Volunteer stewardship at Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge, Saturday April 25th

Remove invasive blackberries along to enhance native habitat at Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge. Join the Estuary Partnership and the USFWS in this community event. 

Saturday, April 25th, 10 AM -1 PM

Pre-registration is required.

• All ages and abilities are welcome. No prior experience is necessary. Please let us know if you need accommodations to participate due to language, disability, or other additional needs.

• Youth age 15 + may volunteer without an adult present.

Accessibility: The planting site is a 10-minute walk from parking on a gravel trail. 

We'll provide:  Gloves, tools, snacks, and beverages.

What to wear: Long sleeves, pants, sturdy sneakers or boots. Dress for the weather.

What you should bring: Water bottle, sun/raingear.

Directions: A reminder email with directions and parking info will be sent 3 days before the event.

Questions? Please contact Samantha Dumont at 503-939-7381 or sdumont@estuarypartnership.org

Schedule:

10 AM - Check in and hike into site

10:15 AM - Introductions and project orientation

10:30 AM - Remove invasive plants

12:45 PM - Wrap up and hike back to parking area

1 PM - End of event

Thank you project funders and partners - this project wouldn't be possible without you: US Fish & Wildlife Service!