The mission of the Oswego Lake Watershed Council is to foster stewardship, education, participation, and financial support for the purpose of the conservation, restoration, enhancement, and maintenance of watershed functions that achieve and sustain a healthy watershed.
About this Opportunity
Join Oswego Lake Watershed Council for an upcoming event at a local HOA owned natural area undergoing active habitat restoration.
We will be pulling invasive ivy and other invasive species. Certain plant species can outcompete and suppress native plant communities. By pulling these weeds, we create more space for native plants to thrive. These activities require volunteers to be able to bend over, kneel. Volunteers will be hiking and working off trail on uneven ground. We can arrange alternate projects for those with different abilities or mobility issues.
Children are welcome if accompanied by an attentive adult. Unfortunately, there is no bathroom on site. Please stop by, learn about the ecology of the local watershed, and lend a hand as we enhance this unique habitat!
What to Bring and Wear
We will be working outdoors so please dress for the weather (long pants and layers are recommended). Sturdy, closed-toed shoes are required. Bring your own water bottle and gloves if you have a pair. Hand tools, gloves, and training will be provided. Please bring any medication you may need (Asthma Inhaler, Epi-Pen, etc.) Please do not attend the event if you are sick.
Questions?
Call Jack Halsey: 503.754.8770
Project Requirements:
Volunteers of all ages are able to attend this project; any volunteer under age 16 must attend with a parent or adult chaperone.
All volunteers under 18 are required to obtain parent or guardian permission and electronic signature of this form.
If you plan to bring children or guests you must reserve slots for them.
I, the Volunteer, and on behalf of myself, my heirs, and personal representative or, if the Volunteer is under 18 years of age, the Parent/Guardian of the Volunteer on behalf of the minor volunteer to acknowledge and affirm:
1. I am volunteering for Steward ship related work parties.
2. I will abide by instructions of the Project Supervisor(s) and Leader(s).
3. I will abide with OLWC policies at all times while I am providing volunteer services, including but not limited to:
- Always act in a respectful and courteous manner.
- Be safety conscious at all times.
- Reporting any injuries incurred to the Project supervisor.
- Follow all COVID 19 safety protocols outlined by the Project Supervisor
- I will not attend an event if I have been sick recently or if I am sick
4. I have read and agree to Volunteer Terms for Agreement and Release below.
Volunteer Terms for Agreement and Release: I acknowledge that neither the Oswego Lake Watershed Council nor the landowners may be held liable in the event of injuries incurred while performing or en-route to my volunteer duties. If I use a motor vehicle in the course of my duties or en route, I am required to have automobile liability insurance to provide primary coverage for any accidents involving the vehicle. I, for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns release and forever discharge OLWC, the landowners, and partners from any liability under the Oregon Tort Claims Act ORS 30.260-300, for any and all harm or damage to my health in any manner resulting from or arising out of my volunteer activities. I affirm that if at any time I believe that I may not be able to perform any activity, I shall promptly notify the Project supervisor and I will not engage in any activity that I believe I am not physically able to perform.
By signing below, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the foregoing information on volunteers and insurance. If I am injured, I understand I will not have a claim against the Oswego Lake Watershed Council (OLWC), partners, or the landowners for injury and/or damages. If I am injured while performing volunteer activities, I will notify my supervisor. Also, by signing, I consent to OLWC taking photographs of me and using them without royalty for future promotional purposes and publications in print and online media. If I do not wish photographs of me to be used in this manner, I will notify the project supervisor. By including my email address, I am giving permission for OLWC to add me to their mailing list which gets 1-3 emails / month regarding volunteer events, meetings, and OLWC news.
