Cleanup at Bird Alliance of Oregon’s NE 82nd Ave Property

At SOLVE, our mission is simple Bring communities together to improve our environment and build a legacy of stewardship. We do that by facilitating hands-on volunteer opportunities across Oregon and SW Washington that help remove litter and restore native habitat in our natural areas and neighborhoods. The majority of SOLVE events are created and led by local volunteer leaders who have a stake in the health and strength of their community. We also offer a wide range of volunteer opportunities from one-time participation at a local event to leadership roles on a local or regional level. We look forward to connecting with you soon to help care for an outdoor area you love!,Join SOLVE and the Bird Alliance of Oregon to help clean up the piece of land that will one day become the new Wildlife Care Center! The event kicks off at 9am with a quick welcome, tool distribution, and a safety speech.About the Site In early 2025, the Bird Alliance of Oregon acquired a new property on NE 82nd Avenue, which will be the home for the new Wildlife Care Center, a nature park, an outdoor classroom, community solar array, and native habitat for wildlife. The 12.5-acre property is already visited by lots of local wildlife including Lazuli Buntings, Savanna Sparrows, Western Bluebirds, and Western Meadowlarks. The site, like many other undeveloped urban plots, is a former landfill, used as a rock quarry and later filled with rubble from the construction of I-205. Bird Alliance of Oregon has advocated for decades on policies to remediate brownfield sites like this one and put them back to productive use. Now, the organization will be part of the solution by turning this open space into a destination that truly benefits the community, the local environment, and the region’s wildlife. The habitat restoration work is funded by grants from the Portland Clean Energy Fund (PCEF) and Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD). For more information about the site, visit https //birdallianceoregon.org/blog/bird-alliance-of-oregon-purchases-12-5-acres-in-ne-portland/To help keep everyone safe, all volunteers must wear closed‑toed shoes with sturdy soles. Soft‑material shoes (like fabric or mesh) aren’t suitable for this event. Unfortunately, we won’t be able to allow participation if proper footwear isn’t worn.Advanced Registration Is highly suggested but not required. Please sign up (green button below) ahead of time to guarantee your spot.Meeting Location We will be meeting in the parking lot of the Dharma Rain Zen Center. Look for the SOLVE vehicle/table!Address 8498 NE Siskiyou St Portland, 97220 | Map LinkWhat to Bring Please wear closed-toed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, and bring a backpack for hands-free convenience. Feel free to bring your personal tools if available and a reusable water bottle to support our sustainability efforts.What's Provided Bags, grabbers, gloves, and hi-vis vests.Restrooms While there are no restrooms available at the center, there are at Glenhaven Park or nearby businesses.Parking Parking is very limited at the center, so please park on NE Siskiyou or at Glenhaven Park.Transit Bus #24 and #72, and the MAX Red Line.Accessibility This area may not be easily accessible for folks with mobility concerns.Translation Services There will not be a Spanish speaker present at this event.Participant Age Guidelines Required 18 and Over