Join Columbia Slough Watershed Council and FBC.PDX leaders Rey, Julia, and Hazel for a day of canoe paddling & birding! This event is a space for BIPOC, queer, neurodivergent participants and their allies to gather, paddle, and bird together in community. All birder levels are welcome to join! This event is free and open to all ages, minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Getting There: We will meet at Whitaker Ponds Nature Park! Free parking is available in the park.

Taking public transportation? Bus #75 drops riders off at NE 47th Ave and Columbia Blvd, a 0.25 mile walk from the park entrance. 

What to bring: Pack along water, shoes you don't mind getting a little dirty or wet! If you are borrowing a seat in one of our boats, make sure to register in advance - space is limited. We will have light snacks and drinks to share!

Accessibility: There is one porta potty on sight and a bathroom in Columbia Slough Watershed Council’s office. Previous paddling experience is not required. Participants must be able to sit for 1 - 2 hours. There is a low grade incline dirt/gravel hill that leads to the waters edge and our launching area.

Questions? Reach out to Ced at Cedrion.Gloria@columbiaslough.org