| WHAT: Join Willamette Riverkeeper, Benton Soil & Water Conservation District, and Oregon Parks & Recreation Department to help hand pull aquatic invasive species Ludwigia (water-primrose), Myriophyllum aquaticum (parrotfeather), and more on the Willamette River along the Corvallis to Albany stretch. These aquatic weeds continue to degrade fish & wildlife habitat in our rivers and have negative impacts on our native vegetation, water quality and the overall watershed health. This is an on-water event, so experience on moving water is recommended. We have ten tandem canoes (20 seats) for volunteers. If you'd like to borrow one for the day you MUST SELECT this option in the "Add On" section of registration. Reserve a seat, and make a new friend!
If you are interested in learning identification tips, safe removal methods, how to report & dispose of invasive weeds, and want to have some fun paddling on the river, then this is the perfect event for you!
WHEN: Friday, July 11th from 9:00am - 3:30pm
WHERE: We will meet at Michaels Landing Boat Ramp in Corvallis to drop off boats and gear (staff guarded) and then drive vehicles to Hyak Park (take out) in Albany. From there, we will shuttle folks back to the put in (Michaels Landing) where we will embark on our paddle. The first part of this paddle is all about community building, education, and enjoying this beautiful stretch of the Willamette. Once we get to our weed pull site there will be more time for education and getting your hands dirty to save our aquatic habitat through this important work!
See map above or link below for location. Michael's Landing - Willamette Water Trail Map Michael's Landing - Google Maps DETAILS: Dress for the weather and a day on the water, where you might also get muddy. Waterproof shoes (that stay on your feet) are preferable. Bring PFD, Canoe or Kayak, and paddles. Willamette Riverkeeper will have 10 tandem canoes (so 20 single seats) to loan out for the day and each will include 2 PFD's & 2 paddles (to reserve a seat in one of our canoes, be sure to select this option in the "Add On" section during registration). If you prefer to bring your own kayak or canoe, that's great too! If so, please email Vanessa to make sure your watercraft will meet the needs for the river stretch and the day. Please bring plenty of water, lunch (to enjoy at Tripp Island), and sunscreen. Other (optional) items that you may want to bring include: shade hat, sunglasses, dry bag, towel, and extra snacks.
Minors 12-17 are also welcome to join this event if they will be accompanied by an adult in their boat who is responsible for the minor and is authorized to sign their participation waiver. |
