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Introduction to Wetland Ecology and Mapping

Join Bark staff to learn about basic wetland ecology and Barks work to protect on Mt. Hood!

Wetlands are often in and around forested areas proposed for logging and other timber treatments. Although there are strict rules protecting wetlands from being disturbed in timber extraction, those rules only apply to wetland which are accurately mapped and many of them aren’t. Since most wetland mapping in Oregon was done in the 1980’s, many wetlands go un-mapped or don’t match the size and shape they were mapped at decades ago. When we gain on-the-ground access to these wetlands, we’re able to accurately map their boundaries and classify them correctly, helping to protect them from future management projects on the mountain.

This class will be an integral first step in learning how to identify and classify wetlands on Mt. Hood in order to protect them from timber sales and other destructive practices. In-field trainings will follow later in the summer.

Location: Bark Office, 351 NE 18th Avenue, Portland, OR 97232

Date and Time: Wednesday, 5/14. 6pm-8pm.

Questions? Concerns? Email Meg@Bark-Out.org