July 7, 2024 - July 13, 2024
Monday, July 8
Recycle U Class: Recycling 101 and Optional Organics 101
Monday, July 8 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
The link below is to our Microsoft Form to sign up for RecycleU classes.
https://forms.office.com/g/SZbFd4VKE2.
The link to our RecycleU, free classes is below. There are bios for each of the classes on the page.
Tuesday, July 9
Litter Cleanup Event: Marine Park Beach
Tuesday, July 9 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Volunteer to pick up litter from the beaches around Marine Park and prevent litter from entering the Columbia River. All tools will be provided. Expect to walk 1.5 miles on uneven terrain, sandy and muddy beach areas. Sign up today: https://www.cityofvancouver.us/events/litter-cleanup-event-marine-park-beach/
Learn more about the City’s Litter Stewards Program and connect with us for additional questions, litterstewards@cityofvancouver.us.
Saturday, July 13
Tomato Pruning Workshop- July 13
Saturday, July 13 9:00 am - 11:30 am
You prune your fruit trees and your shrubs, but should you prune your tomato plants? Join WSU Clark County Extension Master Gardeners for a hands-on training on tomato pruning. This workshop will clarify which types of tomato plants need pruning and will provide instruction on when and how to prune. The class is conducted entirely in the field. Please wear appropriate shoes and clothing. Bring bypass hand pruners; participants will work in small groups receiving hands-on instruction on pruning techniques. Dress for the weather and bring water. .Specific location provided upon registration. Cost: $5. Accessing the site requires a short walk on uneven ground. Those with mobility issues may drive. Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tomato-pruning-workshop-tickets-926133037847. Contact: erika.d.johnson@wsu.edu / 564-397-5738. Visit us online at https://extension.wsu.edu/clark/community-education/workshops-events/.
Water Center Garden Cleanup
Saturday, July 13 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Join Water Center staff outdoors to help keep our Backyard Habitat Certified gardens in tip-top shape. Volunteer activities may include weeding, mulching, trimming and raking pathways. All necessary tools will be provided.
Registration is required. Sign up today: https://www.cityofvancouver.us/events/water-center-garden-cleanup-8/
All ages are welcome. Youth under 18 must bring a signed minor consent form. Youth under 13 must have an adult guardian present.
If this event becomes full since space is limited and you see that registrations are no longer being accepted, please use the contact email below to add your name to the waitlist.
Contact: Water Center staff at vanwrec@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-7111