Scappoose Bay Watershed

Council Board Meeting (August 2026)
2026-08-12 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
August Board Meeting
The Council Board meets on the second Wednesday evening of every month. This meeting is scheduled from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm. The public is welcome at all meetings. If you have questions prior to the meeting, please email info@scappoosebay-wc.org.
Please note: The Public is invited to attend via a conference call (i.e., not in person at the SBWC office)
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Outdoor Recreation Forum
2026-08-19 16:00 - 18:00
SBWC presents our August Outdoor Recreation Forum on Wednesday, August 19th from 4 pm to 6 pm via Zoom. We will hear from a variety of speakers about kayaking in the Scappoose Bay, the Crown Zellerbach Trail, and St. Helens Parks Friends of groups!
Presenters:

Cody James Owner/Operator of The Paddle Shack
Gabi Ferreira Crown Zellerbach Advisory Committee
Ashley Stanley Leader of the Friends of the St. Helens Botanical Gardens
Emily Wilson Leader of the Friends of McCormick Park

Registration is required

Council Board Meeting (September 2026)
2026-09-09 19:00 - 21:00
September Board Meeting
The Council Board meets on the second Wednesday evening of the month. This meeting is scheduled from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm. The public is welcome at all meetings. If you have questions prior to the meeting, please email info@scappoosebay-wc.org.
Please note: The Public is invited to attend via a conference call (i.e., not in person at the SBWC office)
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Scappoose Bay Marina Trail Work Party
2026-09-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Scappoose Bay Marina, 57420-2 Old Portland Rd., Warren, OR, 97053, United States
Join SBWC at the Scappoose Bay Marina on Saturday, September 12th from 10 am to 12 pm for a nature trail cleanup!

Remove invasive plants such as English Ivy, Herb Robert, Holly, and more
Tools and gloves will be provided
Please wear closed toed shoes and dress for the weather
Meet at Scappoose Bay Watershed Council office, located next to the The Paddle Shack
We will provide Parking Passes!

Register Here

Knotweed Workshop
2026-09-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Columbia Soil and Water Conservation District Office, 35285 Millard Road, St. Helens, OR, 97051, United States
Join the Columbia Soil and Conservation District (CSWCD) and the Scappoose Bay Watershed Council for a Japanese Knotweed Workshop on September 12th from 10 am to 12 pm. Participants will learn how to identify Japanese Knotweed at various growth stages, best practices for management and removal, and learn about other high priority weeds in Columbia County.
This workshop will take place at the CSWCD office – 35285 Millard Road, St. Helens OR 97051.
Doors will open at 9:30 am and the workshop will run from 10 am – 12 pm. Breakfast will be provided.
The workshop will take place mainly inside but there will be a short demonstration outside.
Space is limited – please fill out a registration form for each person who will be attending

Scappoose Bird Watching Event
2026-09-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Chapman Landing Trailhead – CZ Trail, Dike Rd &, CZ Trail, Scappoose, OR, 97056, United States
Enjoy a morning of bird watching led by Rebecca Lexa, Oregon Master Naturalist, nature educator and guide, author and nature writer at a local Scappoose Trail and Park – Chapman Landing.
Date and Time: September 19th 10 am – 12 pm
Location: Chapman Landing Trailhead – CZ Trail
Tickets: $25 per person
Details: Bring your own binoculars, and dress for the weather.
Tickets Available Here

Native Garden Planning Class
2026-09-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Native Plant Nursery, 33700 SE High School Way, Scappoose, OR, 97056, United States
Learn to create and plan your own native garden for your property!
Join us at our Native Nursery located behind Scappoose High School for a personalized native garden plan
Receive guidance on site requirements for your space, personalized plant lists, and resources to take home
Bring a map and/or pictures of your property or garden area

Fall Mason Bee Class
2026-10-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Native Plant Nursery, 33700 SE High School Way, Scappoose, OR, 97056, United States
Join us for an educational Mason Bee class hosted by Fat Dog Farms. Fat Dog Farms will have mason bees, nesting material, and houses available for purchase. This event is located at our native plant nursery and we will have native plants available for purchase. Register through the link below.
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Fall Native Plant Sale 2026
2026-10-10 09:00 - 14:00 | Native Plant Nursery, 33700 SE High School Way, Scappoose, OR, 97056, United States
Join us for our annual Fall Native Plant sale!
The sale offers many native plants, at great prices, ready for your landscape. Our staff and volunteers will be available to help choose plants, suggest gardening ideas, and provide information on establishing and maintaining native vegetation.
The sale goes from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at our nursery, located behind Scappoose High School. Address: 33700 SE High School Way, Scappoose, OR 97056 [Directions]

The sale will be in-person only at our nursery (i.e., no pre-orders or online store).
Species availability list will be available a few weeks before the sale
To find helpful information about our plants, see Native Plant Nursery website

Go to: Native Plant Resources section, Quick Reference Guide, Scappoose Bay Watershed Native Plant List

For more information, email us at info@scappoosebay-wc.org

Friends of McCormick Park - Fall '26 Work Party
2026-10-17 09:00 - 12:00 | McCormick Park, 475 S 18th St, St Helens, OR, 97051, United States
Join the Friends of McCormick Park on October 17th, 9am-12 in St.Helen’s, McCormick Park. We will be planting 120+ native trees, shrubs and forbs to rebuild habitat and natural beauty in the park. Meeting Location is NE Exercise Trails near S.18th and Old Portland Rd. Please wear weather appropriate gear and close toed shoes. Bring your water to drink, gloves, and garden tools if able.
Registration – https://form.jotform.com/262067392230049

Adult Crafting Class - Native Seed Bombs
2026-10-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Scappoose Library, 52469 SE 2nd Ave, Scappoose, Oregon
Join us for a evening of seed bomb making at the Scappoose Public Library . Seed bombs are balls of dirt that contain seeds that can be thrown for easy sowing.

In this class you will:

pick out native seeds
mix and form dirt balls – or try making halloween shaped seeds bombs with provided cookie cutters!
take home your new native seed bombs
