Johnson Creek Watershed Council

Johnson Creek Watershed Council Our mission is to promote restoration and stewardship of a healthy Johnson Creek Watershed through sound science and community engagement.
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We are just 3 (THREE!) days away from our annual Johnson Creek Clean-up, and we still need volunteers at our sites along...
08/19/2026

We are just 3 (THREE!) days away from our annual Johnson Creek Clean-up, and we still need volunteers at our sites along 82nd & 92nd Avenues, Upstream and Downstream.

Register now for an unforgettable day caretaking for one of our region's most precious bodies of water.

https://www.jcwc.org/events/2026-johnson-creek-clean-up/

Help us remove trash from the creek this Saturday during our annual Johnson Creek Clean-up! Get in the creek in the morn...
08/17/2026

Help us remove trash from the creek this Saturday during our annual Johnson Creek Clean-up! Get in the creek in the morning and then eat lunch together as we vote on this year's Golden Trash Can award.

Saturday, August 22nd, 8:45am-1:00pm
No experience necessary! Gear, t-shirt, and lunch provided!

For more information and to register use this link --> https://www.jcwc.org/events/2026-johnson-creek-clean-up/

The Johnson Creek Clean-up is less than two weeks away! Join us in the creek to pull out trash and then meet at the park...
08/11/2026

The Johnson Creek Clean-up is less than two weeks away! Join us in the creek to pull out trash and then meet at the park for a meal. All volunteers receive a t-shirt and lunch (vegan and gluten free options available).

Johnson Creek Clean-up
Saturday, August 22nd, 8:45am-1:00pm
Gloves and instructions provided!

Thank you to the many sponsors and volunteers who help keep our creek clean!

For more information and to sign up use this link -->https://www.jcwc.org/events/2026-johnson-creek-clean-up/

The annual design contest for this year's Johnson Creek Clean-up ends soon! Submit your original artwork by Sunday, Augu...
07/29/2026

The annual design contest for this year's Johnson Creek Clean-up ends soon! Submit your original artwork by Sunday, August 2nd for a chance to see your art on the 2026 JCC t-shirt and win $200!

Submissions due: Sunday, August 2nd, 11:59pm

For more information use this link: https://www.jcwc.org/art-contest-for-2026-creek-clean-up-t-shirts/

Please join us on Saturday, August 22nd from 8:45 AM - 1:00 PM for our annual Johnson Creek Clean-up! Together, we have ...
07/28/2026

Please join us on Saturday, August 22nd from 8:45 AM - 1:00 PM for our annual Johnson Creek Clean-up! Together, we have removed over 70 tons of trash from the creek since we began this beloved tradition, and are excited to see how much we can pull this year!

There are 9 sites available to choose from, including 2 land-based sites. We'll meet at Johnson Creek Park at 12:00 PM for a free lunch, community-building, and award ceremony for who pulled the coolest piece of trash from the creek.

What: Johnson Creek Clean-up
Where: 9 sites across Johnson Creek, ending at Johnson Creek Park
When: Saturday, August 22nd, 2026 from 8:45 AM - 1:00 PM

Register here: https://www.jcwc.org/events/2026-johnson-creek-clean-up/

Design our 2026 JCC Clean-up T-Shirt!The deadline to submit your art for our annual t-shirt contest is fast approaching!...
07/23/2026

Design our 2026 JCC Clean-up T-Shirt!

The deadline to submit your art for our annual t-shirt contest is fast approaching! Winners will receive a t-shirt, a platform for your art and brand, AND a $200 award! Email your designs to [email protected] by August 2nd to be considered. The winner will be contacted on August 3rd.

T-shirt contest due: August 2nd at 11:59 PM.

For more details and examples of past winners, click here: https://www.jcwc.org/art-contest-for-2026-creek-clean-up-t-shirts/

JCWC staff joined the Transportation & Development team at Clackamas County for a wet and muddy morning. Fish, lamprey, ...
07/23/2026

JCWC staff joined the Transportation & Development team at Clackamas County for a wet and muddy morning. Fish, lamprey, crawfish, snails, and giant salamanders were transported to a safe area of the creek as crews get ready to remove two culverts that have been a fish passage barrier. Stay tuned for updates on this project over the summer!

1. JCWC staff with Devin from Clackamas County
2. Working on a correct ID
3. Salamander in a footprint
4. Scooping up fish and lamprey
5. Record keeper
6. Just a wee bit muddy
7. Bye giant salamander

JCWC welcomed Amandeep Sohi (l) in the Community Engagement Coordinator role in June and Mike Wendel (r) as our new Rest...
07/15/2026

JCWC welcomed Amandeep Sohi (l) in the Community Engagement Coordinator role in June and Mike Wendel (r) as our new Restoration Project Manager in May. Reach out to them for volunteer opportunities and restoration updates and say hi if you see them in the watershed.

We could use a few more hands at our last land tending event before we break for the summer. Join us in the East 5 for a...
06/09/2026

We could use a few more hands at our last land tending event before we break for the summer. Join us in the East 5 for a morning of connection by helping us make space for plants that support the watershed diversity.

Land Tending in the East 5 Leach Botanical Garden Leach Botanical Garden
Wednesday, June 10th, 9:00am-12:00pm
No experience necessary, tools provided!

For more information and to register use this link --> https://www.jcwc.org/events/land-tending-at-leach-botanical-garden-17/

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Portland, OR
97202

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