Volunteer in March with Friends of Trees

By Greg Tudor

There is still time to volunteer, like the dozens of Portland residents who did this past Saturday at the Neighborhood Trees (NT) planting in Montavilla and Mt. Tabor.

March is the last full month of plantings, with 10 more Saturday plantings remaining.

No pre-registration is required, but remember to wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. We still need extra help on the following dates:

1. What: NT planting in the the Portland neighborhoods of Argay, Parkrose, Parkrose Heights, Russell, Sumner and Wilkes.

When: March 13, 8:45 a.m.—1 p.m.

Where: Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 12505 Northeast Halsey Street

2. What: NT planting in the Portland neighborhoods of Alameda and Irvington

When: March 13, 8:45 a.m.—1 p.m.

Where: Friends of Trees, 3117 NE ML King, Jr. Blvd.

3. What: Green Space Initiative (GSI) planting along the I-205 Multi-Use Path

When: March 20, 8:45 a.m.—1 p.m.

Where: SE Hawthorne & 95th

4. What: NT planting in the Portland neighborhoods of Cully, Madison South, Rose City Park and Roseway

When: March 20, 8:45 a.m.—1 p.m.

Where: World of Life Community Church, 4927 Northeast 55th Ave.

–Tudor is the volunteer and outreach manager for Friends of Trees: 503-282-8846 ext. 12; [email protected]