Clark Public Utilities

StreamTeam Tree Planting Jan. 7
2023-01-07 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver)
Come plant native trees with StreamTeam and AmeriCorps! Native trees not only clean the air we breathe, but also protect the water we drink. As always, training, tools, and snacks are provided. Location varies and will be confirmed via email.

StreamTeam Tree Planting Feb. 18
2023-02-18 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver)
Come plant native trees with StreamTeam and AmeriCorps! Native trees not only clean the air we breathe, but also protect the water we drink. As always, training, tools, and snacks are provided. Location varies and will be confirmed in a later email.

StreamTeam Potting/Planting Events
2023-03-11 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Clark Public Utilities – Operations, 8600 NE 117th Avenue, Vancouver, WA, 98662, United States
Join us as we pot tree seedlings or cuttings in our native tree nursery. Rather than just restoring a few hundred feet of salmon habitat, you will be contributing to the restoration of hundreds of acres of habitat, in just one morning!
As with all of our activities, training, snacks, and tools are provided. We will be under tents but outdoors, so dress for the weather. Bring gloves, a water bottle, and a reusable mug. If you don’t have gloves, we will have extra.
Volunteers under the age of 18 who will not be accompanied by their legal guardian need to bring a signed copy of this release.
Please feel free to contact StreamTeam@clarkpud.com with questions or concerns. On the day of the event, you can reach your team leader at 360-606-6056.
Sign up here

Garlic Mustard Pull May 13
2023-05-13 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Salmon Creek Greenway, 800 NE 117th St, Vancouver, WA, 98685, United States
Help StreamTeam restore our watershed by removing invasive garlic mustard, a Class A noxious weed. Invasive plants prevent the growth of native plants, which impacts fish and wildlife by decreasing the diversity and abundance of our native insect populations from which they depend.
Gloves and boots will be provided. You will be taught how to identify invasive plants and look-a-likes. Bring work and weather appropriate attire, and a reusable mug. We will provide refreshments in the morning.
We will be meeting in the parking lot and walking a short distance to the site, more information will be emailed after registration.
If you are under the age of 18 and will not be accompanied by a legal guardian, you will need to bring a signed copy of this release form.
Reserve your spot:

StreamTeam Planting
2023-11-18 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Battle Ground, WA
Clark Public Utilities invites all ages to join the StreamTeam and be a part of volunteer-driven stream restoration work right here in Clark County. Planting native trees enhances our community in many ways! Training, tools & treats are part of every StreamTeam event. Location will be sent via email following registration. Register today—space is limited.
Join us and be a part of the next Million Tree Milestone!

StreamTeam Potting for MLK Jr. Day
2024-01-15 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver) | Clark Public Utilities – Operations, 8600 NE 117th Avenue, Vancouver, WA, 98662, United States
Join StreamTeam and AmeriCorps at this volunteer potting event in our native plant nursery!
Reserve your spot!

Tree Potting March 2, 2024
2024-03-02 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Clark Public Utilities – Operations, 8600 NE 117th Avenue, Vancouver, WA, 98662, United States
Join us as we pot tree seedlings / cuttings in our native tree nursery. Rather than just restoring a few hundred feet of salmon habitat, you will be contributing to the restoration of hundreds of acres of habitat, in just one morning!
Reserve your spot here.
As with all of our activities, training, snacks, coffee, and tools are provided. We will be under tents but outdoors, so dress for the weather. Bring gloves, a water bottle, and a reusable mug. If you don’t have gloves, we will have extra.
Volunteers under the age of 18 who will not be accompanied by their legal guardian need to bring a signed copy of this release.

Make a Difference Day
2025-10-25 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver) | Columbia Springs
Date:
October 25, 2025

Hours:
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Location:
Columbia Springs
12208 SE Evergreen Hwy
Vancouver, WA 98683

Join Us at Make a Difference Day!
Celebrate National Make a Difference Day with Clark Public Utilities’ StreamTeam on Saturday, October 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Columbia Springs by planting native trees and shrubs to support local ecosystems.
Together—rain or shine—we’ll honor the spirit of volunteerism while helping improve water quality, create wildlife habitat, and provide food for pollinators. It’s a fun, hands-on way to make a lasting impact in our community.
Who Can Participate
Everyone is welcome! Bring your family and friends—no experience necessary. Be ready to get your hands dirty, meet new people, and have a great time.
How to Register
Space is limited, so please email StreamTeam@clarkpud.com to confirm your spot.
Youth Volunteers
Volunteers under 18 who are not accompanied by a legal guardian must bring a signed copy of the release form.
Questions?
Contact Mel Topping at 360-992-8585 or email StreamTeam@clarkpud.com for more information.

Race for Warmth
2026-01-25 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver)
Save the Date
Mark your calendar for the 13th annual Race for Warmth on Sunday, January 31, 2027. More information coming soon!
About the Race for Warmth
2026 Race Results
Register Here
Save the date for Sunday, January 31, 2027 for our 13th annual Race for Warmth! This 5k/10k run/walk supports Operation Warm Heart, a Clark Public Utilities donation-funded program to help limited-income families in crisis situations who need help paying their electric bills.
Every dollar of your Race for Warmth registration goes directly to Operation Warm Heart. Since it began in 2015, the race alone has raised nearly $560,000 for local families.
Included with your $40 registration:
-Run/Walk participation
-Long sleeve performance shirt (guaranteed size if registered by December 31)
-Bib Number
-Draw string backpack with goodies
Schedule of Events
7:00 a.m. – Packet Pick Up opens
8:30 a.m. – Day of Race Registration for $50 ends
8:30 a.m. – Free Kids Fun Run
9:00 a.m. – 10k Race Starts
9:10 a.m. – 5k Race Starts
Sleep In To Stay Warm
A brisk run or walk not for you? Click here to make a convenient tax-deductible donation to Operation Warm Heart and sleep in on Sunday, January 25th knowing you’ve helped a neighbor in need!
Operation Warm Heart
Operation Warm Heart is a valuable resource to our customers. This program helps local families in need pay their winter heating bills. In the past, the Race for Warmth has raised nearly $560,000 to help families heat their homes. So if you’re looking for way to help, sign up for this event, share with friends and family and help us make a difference in our community.
Click here to make a convenient tax-deductible donation to Operation Warm Heart and help a neighbor in need!
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FAQ’s
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StreamTeam Earth Day Tree Planting
2026-04-18 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Columbia Springs
The 2026 event has passed and we look forward to year’s celebration! Check back later for detials.

Admission:
Free

Location:
Columbia Springs

Date:
April 18, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Our Partners

Home & Garden Idea Fair
2026-04-25 09:00 - 2026-04-26 17:00 UTC | Clark County Event Center, 17402 NE Delfel Rd, Ridgefield, WA, 98642, United States
So Much More Than a Trade Show!

If you’ve never been, come down and discover what the fun is all about! The Clark Public Utilities Home & Garden Idea Fair gathers hundreds of local home, yard and garden professionals under one roof for a full weekend of inspiring design and helpful solutions to make your home feel a little more like home. No matter if you’re looking for the perfect perennials, budget-friendly tools and improvements for your first place, the contractor who can make your new home dreams come true or craving a treat from the local farmer’s market, the show has solutions for every person, every budget and every home.
Stop by the Clark Public Utilities display space to learn about the many ways in which we’re always here to serve you. Speak with any of our experts about our incentives for energy efficiency projects, nature-scaping to welcome pollinators, the work we’re doing to keep your service reliable and rates low and a variety of family friendly activities that all ages are sure to enjoy.
Head outside to the midway and explore locally made foods and products from community artisans and growers at the Farmers Market and swing by Children’s Entrepreneur Market for an impressive array of offerings by the community’s youngest tycoons. Need a refreshment? The midway will also feature several food carts with treats to fill you up and cool you off while you shop.
For more information on the show, check out our newspaper insert!

Admission:
FREE
*Donations to Operation Warm Heart or donations of canned food encouraged

Parking:
$6 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Free parking from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. courtesy of
Tri-Tech Heating Inc.
Preregister to donate blood onsite with Bloodworks NW and receive a free parking pass!
Drop off:
Convenient visitor pickup and drop-off location available south of the Grandstand using the left lane. Map of drop off location can be found here. Location will be clearly marked with signage.
(Please note: bus shuttle will not be available this year)

Date:
April 25-26, 2026

Hours:
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Location:
Clark County Event Center
17402 NE Delfel Rd
Ridgefield, WA 98642

Our Partners
