WHAT: Join Willamette Riverkeeper at Willamette Mission State Park to hand pull Ludwigia on Mission Lake. This will be an on-water event, although mostly flat water. You just need to be comfortable on water, getting in and out of a boat and the eagerness to help remove this ODA “B” listed aquatic invasive species. Five tandem canoes for volunteers will be provided by Willamette Riverkeeper. 

WHEN: Friday, June 24th from 1 - 4:00pm

WHERE: We will be meeting inside Willamette Mission State Park, at the Mission Lake Boat Ramp. No need to pay upon entry, free parking for this work event. See photo below for park map. We will launch boats on Mission Lake from there. 

DETAILS: Dress for the weather and a day on the water. Waterproof shoes preferable. Bring PFD, Canoe or Kayak with paddles. Please bring plenty of water, snacks if needed, and sunscreen. Willamette Riverkeeper will have 5 tandem canoes to loan out for the day and each will include 2 PFD's & 2 paddles. If you'd like to borrow a canoe, be sure to secure one while completing your registration for the event. 

COVID: Willamette Riverkeeper will be following state and local guidelines. At this time we are not requiring masks, however this is subject to change. Participants are still welcome to wear a mask at this event. Social distancing is encouraged. 

Minors are welcome to join this event with an attentive adult who can sign their participation waiver and be present at the event.

QUESTIONS: Contact event coordinator, Vanessa, at [email protected]