The mission of the Oswego Lake Watershed Council is to foster stewardship, education, participation, and financial support for the purpose of the conservation, restoration, enhancement, and maintenance of watershed functions that achieve and sustain a healthy watershed.
Discover the Fascinating World of Lake Oswego’s Bees!
Join us for a Webinar on May 22 at 6:00 PM to learn about Local Bee Diversity and Oregon Bee Advocacy from Leah Puhlman and Celeste Meiffren-Swango.
Leah Puhlman
OSU Extension Master Gardener
Celeste Meiffren-Swango,
State Director, Environment Oregon
Join us for an up-close look at the diverse bee species of the Portland area, from the mighty Bumblebees to the tiny Miner Bees. Learn about their favorite flowers, the best spots to discover their baby nurseries, and get answers to intriguing questions like: What looks like a bee but isn’t? and Why do Bumblebees sleep on flowers overnight? We’ll also dive into Bee-Friendly Practices you can adopt to create a welcoming environment for these essential pollinators right in your own yard. Don’t miss the chance to join our live Q&A session at the end — bring your questions and curiosity
Bee BioBlitz!
- Join fellow bee enthusiasts and members of the Lake Oswego Green Team for the kick-off event at Lake Oswego High School’s Outdoor Classroom at 10:00 AM on Saturday, June 7th!
- Find and document local pollinators Saturday, June 7th from 10:00 AM though Sunday, June 8th until 5:00 PM.
Interested in volunteering with us?
Contact Jack (jack@oswegowatershed.org) if you would like to:
- Join tree planting and restoration events to help restore native habitats
- Participate in invasive species removal work parties
- Host or attend educational workshops that empower the community to take action
- Plan the Urban Forest Summit: Get involved in planning for next year’s summit and contribute to its success.
Interested in helping with Urban Forest Restoration?
Contact Rio (rio@oswegowatershed.org) if you would like to:
- Serve on the Urban Forest Committee
- Participate in restoration or planting work parties
- Collect data on trees through the LO Tree Survey
Interested in helping with education and outreach to our community?
Contact Megan (megan@oswegowatershed.org) if you would like to:
- Serve on the Education and Outreach Committee
- Support events like Soil Your Undies or the Bee BioBlitz
- Support 2nd and 5th grade walking field trip programs
Register Here - Help plan for next year’s Urban Forest Summit
