Grattix Box Assembly - Help construct above ground raingardens in a box! Feb. 27th

Looking for a unique volunteer opportunity? Join us for a Grattix box construction day at the Port of Vancouver! Grattix Boxes are industrial sized, above ground rain gardens. They are proven to improve water quality by filtering stormwater through soil, rock, and plants before it enters the Columbia River. This low-tech green technology is widely used at the Port of Vancouver, and we are making more to give away to other industrial facilities throughout the lower Columbia River.  We will be doing some heavy work including shoveling, lifting, and moving buckets of soil, sand and rock. There will be opportunities for lighter work also.

Monday, February 27th, 10:00AM - 2:00PM

Pre-registration is required. Suitable for adults only. (18+). No experience required.

We'll provide: Lunch, tools, gloves, drinks and safety gear

What to wear: We will be using water hoses, so rubber boots and/or rain pants would be especially helpful in wet conditions. Dress for the weather and in clothes you don't mind getting wet and dirty; extra layers are helpful. If you need to borrow these, please let me know what size and by Thursday, February 23rd. 

What to bring: water bottle and raingear (depending on the weather)

Important details: Must provide a drivers license or government issued ID. Event starts promptly at 10AM 

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: Port of Vancouver, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 

For more information about the project: Grattix Box Project | Estuary Partnership and a News Article