Friends of Pier Park

Friends of Pier Park is a 501(c)(3 ) non-profit that advocates for and enhances our 75-acre North Portland park

Friends of Pier Park

Temporary Closure of Pier Park Playground

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Pier Park Playground showing standing water.
The playground at Pier Park during the autumn rains.

Drainage repair work will begin around September 24 at Pier Park’s playground, near NE James Street and N Bruce Avenue. This work is funded by the 2014 Parks Replacement Bond. Work will include full removal of all wood chips and fabric, drainage repairs, and replacement of the wood chips and fabric. This will help keep the area drier during our rainy winter months.

During this work, the entire playground area will be closed, approximately September 24th – October 22nd.

Portland Parks wants to thank you for your patience while they improve Pier Park. They expect work to be completed around October 22. (Please note the construction schedule may change due to weather, etc.)

More info about the Bond Drainage Repairs here: portlandoregon.gov/parks/76593\.

Volunteer Opportunity 4/20

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Mark your calendars, we have a volunteer opportunity coming up on SATURDAY, APRIL 20th, 2019  FROM 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM in honor of Earth Day.
 
Since 2007 Friends of Pier Park has hosted the annual Pier Park Pick-Up to help with litter cleanup and invasive plant removal at Pier Park. Some years Stumptown Disc Golf also turns out and, together, we help build new paths or make other repairs on the popular disc golf course.

To get us started in the morning, Starbucks is donating coffee and tea. We will also have pastries and healthy treats from New Seasons. At noon we will host a barbecue for all volunteers.

Itinerary:
9:00am-12:00pm park clean up
12:00pm- 1:00pm barbecue for participants

Wear your work boots as the ground can be slippery and muddy. Dress for cool weather and remember it can be colder under the Pier Park tree canopy than you might expect. Bring gardening gloves. Be prepared to work, socialize with neighbors, and leave knowing you have done your part to improve Pier Park. Kids welcome!

Sign up using the link or just stop by!

FoPP Merchandise Sale

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We are having an FoPP Merchandise Sale all month long! All merchandise is 50% until March 1st. If you have yet to purchase your swag, this is the time. All the proceeds go to maintaining and enhancing the park. Head on over to our shop page to place your order. Merchandise can be picked up at any FoPP board meeting. Mini Marker Discs are now $2.50, tote bags are $7.50 and hats are now $10. What type of products would you like to see next? Let us know!

 

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Happy Thanksgiving

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Happy Thanksgiving from Friends of Pier Park. As the year comes to an end, we get to reflect on all things that we are grateful. Here are snippets of what some of your community members are thankful for. 

Matt Kuntz, Chair : I am thankful for all the trees in the park and for Dave who has made the park more natural, like a forest park.

Kelly Pergande, Vice Chair : I am thankful for the St. John’s community and for all the support; being able to walk around and see neighbors is great.

Keola Morley, Treasurer : I am thankful for the community and everyone who puts their heart and soul into making St. Johns a community.

Steve Davis, Secretary : I am thankful for all the volunteers who come to park days and volunteer.

Sammy McGath, Technology Officer : I am thankful for friends and family, and that I’ll have the opportunity to visit my sister in Thailand this Christmas.

Mary Ann Aschenbrenner, Historian : I am thankful for Friends of Pier Park and how we were able to protect Pier Pool. I am also thankful that I’ve known Keola Morley since 2005.

Allison Parker, PP&R : I am thankful for Friends of Pier Park. It is a very easy and fun group to work with.

Liz Davis, Community Member : I am thankful for family and community. I really wanted to be apart of a community and was very welcomed into St. John’s and into Friends of Pier Park.

Chris, Community Member : I am thankful for dogs.

Jesse Ackles, Community Member : I am thankful for all our neighbors and mutual people who love Pier Park. I am also thankful for dogs. (If anyone knows any dogs who are needing a good home, Jesse is looking for personal recommendations; jesse.ackles@gmail.com )

What are you thankful for this year?

 

Plants Found at Pier Park

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Do you ever wonder what type of plants you can find at Pier Park? Well, here is a list of the plants you may see around! All of these specimens were planted on October 27th, 2018 thanks to our generous No Ivy Day volunteers. 

Plant NameQtyType
Acer circinatum ‘Monroe’9.00 Maple Native 
Vaccinium ovatum9.00 Flowering Shrub 
Vaccinium parvifolium9.00 Red Huckleberry 
Oemleria cerasiformis5.00 Indian Plum 
Philadelphis lewisii3.00 Lewis’ Mock Orange 
Mahonia nervosa21.00 Cascase Barberry 
Gaultheria shallon15.00 Leathery-leaved Shrub 
Garrya elliptica3.00 Silk Tassel Bush 
Blechnum spicant15.00 Deer Fern 
Polystichum munitum50.00 Western Sword Fern 
Ribes sanguinem ‘King Edward vii7.00 Pinkish-Red Shurb 

Can you guess what plant this is?

What plants would you like to see at Pier Park?

 

Preserving Nature While Cycling

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Preserving Nature While Cycling: Written by Personal Injury Law

Cycling is one of the best ways to enjoy nature, but you always want to ensure nobody knows you enjoyed the world on a bicycle. While cycling is one of the most environmentally-friendly methods of transportation, you can still cause damage to the environment if you’re not careful on the trails. Here are some top ways you can ensure that you leave nature undisturbed for years to come.

1. Stay on Designated Trails

Sounds simple, right? By staying on designated cycling trails you’ll ensure that you’re not crushing any flora or causing erosion when you pass through. Additionally, it’ll be a lot safer for you—it’s harder to lose control of your bike.

2. Avoid Slopes

This is especially true when it’s raining out or when it rained recently. If you carve deep trails on the side of a hill, the land may erode and pollute water sources. If you’re seeing sliding dirt on a hill, it’s best to avoid it for your own safety and the safety of nature.

3. Give Hikers the Right of Way

Treat an outdoor trail like you would a road in the city. Give hikers the right of way, slow down when you’re around hikers, and make sure hikers are aware of your approach by either yelling or signaling with your bell. Speaking of which—if you’re cycling in frequently-traveled areas, you may want to invest in a louder bell than the one that came with your bicycle.

4. Watch Out for Wildlife

While it’s likely all you’ll see on the trail is a squirrel, you’ll want to be on the lookout for all sorts of critters, like rabbits, deer, raccoons, and maybe something bigger. While it’s unlikely that you’ll come across anything dangerous, you do want to be respectful of wildlife. Give animals a wide berth and feel free to take pictures with your phone, but don’t approach for your own safety and the welfare of the animal.

5. Pick Up Trash

It should go without saying, but you should never leave trash behind in the woods or outdoors! The average American generates a staggering 4.4 pounds of garbage per day, and 22 billion plastic water bottles are thrown out in the US every year. Take your trash home in a backpack to later be recycled or composted.

This article was provided by www.personalinjury-law.com, an organization dedicated to providing the public with information about personal injury and safety information. Nothing in this article should be construed as legal advice, and it is intended for informational use only.