Join Willamalane and the City of Springfield Stream Team for a volunteer planting event at Jasper Road Trailhead!
Willamalane is working on habitat enhancements to protect native turtles at Jasper Road Trailhead. In addition to many other activities, habitat enhancement often includes invasive plant removal and replanting the area with native plants. This volunteer party will be working to plant approximately 100 plus plants along the banks of the waterways at this site. This planting project is part of ongoing restoration and protection of important riparian areas that benefit the ecosystem by filtering water, reducing erosion, and providing habitat for sensitive species like the Northwestern Pond Turtle. By installing native plants along the riverbank, we will be ensuring that there are many areas to nest, bask, and to provide relief from extreme weather events and human-derived disturbance.
You can be a part of beneficial work to protect these species!
WHEN
Friday, March 8th 9:00am to 1:00pm.
WHERE
Park and meet at the Jasper Road Trailhead on 33rd and Jasper Road. Please note that Google Maps may take you to a similarly named, but incorrect location. If needed, you can copy and paste the coordinates below into your GPS navigation: 44°02'08.6"N 122°58'48.7"W
HOW
Volunteers should be comfortable with inclement weather, bending, lifting, and walking on uneven terrain if coming to this planting event. We will be primarily using shovels and wheelbarrows to install the planting. Some personal protective equipment will be provided but be sure to wear hiking boots (waterproof boots are best, closed toe shoes required), long pants, and be sure to bring rain gear with you. Although unlikely, there may be portions of this site that are muddy and slippery. Snacks and beverages will be provided by Willamalane Parks and Recreation.
