Volunteers needed at Columbia Springs’ annual invasive plant survey | Community Spirit

VANCOUVER, Wash. -- Experience a once-per-year opportunity this month to go off trail and see all 100 acres of Columbia Springs.

Columbia Springs environmental education center, located at the historic Vancouver Trout Hatchery, will do an annual invasive plant species monitoring activity from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 25.

Volunteers will survey the entire property to update GIS maps with current information about English Ivy, English Holly, and Himalayan Blackberry. This annual survey will help measure and improve the site’s restoration efforts. Training will be provided and all volunteers will be paired up with a volunteer leader.

All ages are welcome, including kids under 14 with parental supervision, and teens under 16 with parental permission. Snacks will be provided. Participants should bring sturdy shoes, appropriate outdoor clothing, a water bottle, and their enthusiasm for helping the community.

To register for the event, or for more information, send an email or call Mariah Acton at 360-882-0936 ext. 230.

Columbia Springs' address is 12208 SE Evergreen Highway, Vancouver, WA 98683.