Clark Public Utilities Events
See what’s happening and join us for an upcoming event. From the annual Race for Warmth, Home & Garden Idea Fair and Earth Day Fest, to ongoing StreamTeam events, there’s lots to do for the whole family.
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September 2019
Knotweed Survey
Help us search high and low for one of the most devious and devastating of all of the invasive weeds, knotweed! You must be able to navigate over uneven terrain and through thick vegetation. You might also enter the water. Long sleeves and pants are recommended. Training and tools provided at all events. Please wear sturdy, closed-toed shoes – rainboots or waders provided upon request. Sign up online. Find out more ›
October 2019
Planting Leader Training
Do you have what it takes to be a leader? Clark Public Utilities StreamTeam will be training leaders to coordinate a group of planting volunteers during events. The team leader will demonstrate how to plant trees at our Make a Difference Day Celebration (October 26 or Earth Day Fest (April 18) while educating volunteers and fostering a safe and enjoyable environment. Equipment, morning refreshments, and lunch will be provided. Find out more ›
November 2019
Tree Planting
Come and enjoy a great day planting hundreds of trees in the Salmon Creek watershed with StreamTeam! Bring rainboots and gloves, if you have them. Training, snacks, and all other supplies will be provided. Pre-registration is required. Find out more ›
December 2019
Tree Planting
Come and enjoy a great day planting hundreds of trees in the Salmon Creek watershed with StreamTeam! Bring rainboots and gloves, if you have them. Training, snacks, and all other supplies will be provided. Pre-registration is required. Find out more ›
January 2020
Tree Planting
Come and enjoy a great day planting hundreds of trees in the Salmon Creek watershed with StreamTeam! Bring rainboots and gloves, if you have them. Training, snacks, and all other supplies will be provided. Pre-registration is required. Find out more ›
MLK Day of Service Native Tree Potting
Join the Clark Public Utilities' StreamTeam as we honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with a service project potting trees in our native plant nursery Find out more ›
Race for Warmth
2020 Race for Warmth Results! Overview The 2020 Race for Warmth was a great success! More people than ever joined in the fun for the 6th annual race with a total of 1,512 participants, raising more than $57,000 for local families in need. Check back later this year for details about the upcoming 2021 Race for Warmth. 2020 Race ResultsOperation Warm Heart A brisk run or walk not for you? Click here to make a convenient tax-deductible donation to Operation… Find out more ›
February 2020
Tree Planting
Come plant native trees with StreamTeam and AmeriCorps on Saturday, February 15! 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. Find out more ›
Ivy Pull
English ivy is an invasive plant that takes over forests, lawns, and even homes. Join StreamTeam on February 29, 2020 to clear out this noxious weed from one of our sites to give the native plants a chance to grow. Bring some work gloves, boots, and a water bottle. If you don’t have any we will have some extra available to borrow. We will be providing any training and tools you may need for the event. There will also be… Find out more ›
March 2020
Garlic Mustard Pull
Help StreamTeam and Eradication Nation restore our watershed by removing invasive garlic mustard! 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. Equipment and training will be provided. You will want to bring work and weather appropriate attire, gloves, a reusable mug, and a water bottle. We’ll have some extra gloves and boots available. If you are under the age of… Find out more ›