12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Become a Multnomah Weed Watcher and help protect Oregon’s landscape by preventing the spread of harmful invasive species! Invasive species cause serious problems by disrupting ecosystems, pushing out native species, and decreasing the value of your land. Many invasive species are not yet abundant in Oregon, and you can help keep them out!
Registration is required. Register at: http://www.wmswcd.org/content.cfm/Events/May-15,-2010-Weed-Watchers-Training
Attend this FREE Training and you will: • Discover more about the problem of invasive species • Learn to identify, locate and report new invaders before they become a problem • View live and preserved specimens Volunteers become part of an Oregon Early Detection Network.
Where: Metro, 600 NE Grand Ave., Portland parking options are quite limited at Metro. There are meters, some of which require change and some can take cards, and the usual garage parking will not be available. Folks should allow an extra 10-15 minutes for parking..