Lively Dog Park Improvement 2026

Calendar Happens On Jul 15, 2026
Time 9:00am - 11:30am

Description


Help with safety improvements and Lively Dog Park on Wednesday, July 15 at 9:00am - 11:30am. This year's project will involve graveling around the water basins, filling holes, and putting a gravel path around the small dog park. These activities are important in improving the safety of canine park users to reduce risk of injury and disease exposure. Volunteer activities will include shoveling, pushing a wheelbarrow or carrying a bucket, picking up litter or other similar tasks, no experience necessary.

Getting there:
Meet at the dog park entrance at Lively Park, around the back of Splash! located at 6100 Thurston Rd., Springfield 97478. To get to the dog park, follow the driveway past the Splash! parking area around the east side to dog park/playground parking lot. The dog park is on the east side and follow the signs/paths to the entrance.

What to bring and prepare:
• Bring your own full, refillable water bottle.
• If you have work/gardening gloves, you’re welcome to bring those. Otherwise, we’ll have everything you need available.
• Be comfortable with a moderate activity level of movement, inclement weather, bending, lifting, and walking on uneven or slippery terrain. We will be moving gravel!
• Come wearing sturdy closed toe shoes and clothing that can get dirty (long pants and long sleeve shirts are recommended). Dress for the forecasted weather, it is rain or shine.

Additional Information:
• Work gloves and tools will be provided. Volunteers may bring their gardening/work gloves if they are able.
• Restrooms are available onsite near the playground.

We are excited to improve Willamalane’s one and only dog park!

Details

Get Connected Icon 99 and younger
Team Size Team Size: Minimum 2 members per team
Get Connected Icon Is Family Friendly
Get Connected Icon Is Outdoors
Inclement Weather Plan: Rain or shine - Be sure to dress for the weather and be prepared for the elements as it could be cool and rainy, warm and sunny, or a mix of both! Closed toe shoes are required.
Get Connected Icon Is Not Wheelchair Accessible
Get Connected Icon Tools and work gloves will be provided
Get Connected Icon Dress for the weather and wear closed-toe shoes
Get Connected Icon Willamalane staff will provide volunteer project instructions and safety guidelines
Get Connected Icon Moderate activity level
Get Connected Icon Volunteers may use hand tools and other park maintenance supplies
Get Connected Icon Beware of hazards like uneven, wet and slippery ground
Get Connected Icon Volunteer check in upon arrival (sign waiver and photo release onsite)
Get Connected Icon Youth volunteers may participate along with a parent. Parent needs to inform Willamalane via note in the response notes section.

Location

Location Dot Shift Lively Park Dog Park
6100 Thurston Road
Springfield, OR  97478