No Ivy Day!

English ivy is an invasive plant that threatens tree vitality and native habitats. Ivy has become a problem in Donald Robertson Park that we began addressing in 2024, and will continue this year. We are first removing the ivy on mature trees, mostly Cottonwoods and coniferous trees in the natural area at the back of the park. We do this by pulling the ivy off using our hands, pruners, and loppers. We then cut the ivy off at the base near the tree and create an ivy-free zone around the tree. It's amazing how soon even the ivy remaining on the tree out of our reach soon withers and dies. The City of Wood Village will provide refreshments.

Advanced Registration: Is required. Please sign up (green button below) ahead of time to guarantee your spot.

Meeting Location: We will meet in the front of Wood Village City Hall and walk to the back of the park from there.

Address: 24300 Northeast Halsey Street Wood Village, OR 97060 | Map Link

What to Bring: Please wear closed-toed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, and bring a backpack for hands-free convenience. Feel free to bring your personal tools if available and a reusable water bottle to support our sustainability efforts.

What's Provided: English ivy is taking over native habitat at Donald Robertson Park. Ivy provides no benefit to humans or to native animal, plant, and bird species. It prevents trees from getting light and nutrients to survive. Wildfire uses ivy as a pathway.

Restrooms: No public restrooms are available

Parking: Volunteers may park at the Wood Village City Hall or Donald Robertson parking lots, both paved, and off of Halsey Street.

Transit: TriMet bus line 77-Broadway/Halsey

Accessibility: This area may not be easily accessible for folks with mobility concerns.

Translation Services: There will not be a Spanish speaker present at this event.

Participant Age Guidelines: Recommended for Ages 13 and Up

Groups: If you'd like to register a group, please create a team first. For detailed instructions, review our Teams Guide.