Tending and Traditional Cultural and Ecological Knowledge at Sandy River Delta - July 16th

Join Confluence, the Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership, local Indigenous partners, and the US Forest Service as we work together on the repatriation and rematriation of the Sandy River Delta. This work is being done through land tending and traditional cultural and ecological knowledge focused on enhancement and rehabilitation of a cattail wetland within the conservation area. Collaborate with us while we work in community, spend time learning, and tending to cattails and other native plants to help them thrive! 

July 16th, 9:30 AM - 1:30 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 aged 15+ may volunteer without an adult present.

Accessibility: A 1.25-mile gravel ADA trail (one -way). The project will be off this trail on uneven ground. 

We'll provide: Tools, gloves, and snacks. 

Please bring:  Drinking water, sun protection, snacks or a sack lunch, and footwear you don’t mind getting a little damp and muddy. 

Directions: Sandy River Delta Parking Lot 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

Thank you, project funders and partners - this project wouldn't be possible without you: US Forest Service, Metro Nature in Neighborhood, and the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board.