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SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Party - Tree Protectors for baby Cedars at Cooper Crest!
DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 26th to upgrade the tree protectors for our baby cedars from 10AM-2PM at Cooper Crest Preserve located at 2922 20th Ave NW. These cedars we planted in 2022 have been growing big and strong\, and need larger cages to keep them safe from pesky deer. It’s the first work party for this large project of giving new cages to over 1\,000 cedars! Bring work gloves\, pliers\, and sledgehammers if you have them. Park along the street or at Marshall Middle School. See you there!
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/volunteer-work-party-tree-protectors-for-baby-cedars-at-cooper-crest/
LOCATION:Cooper Crest\, 2922 20th Ave NW\, Olympia\, 98502\, United States
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SUMMARY:"Green Friday" Volunteer Work Party in West Bay Woods
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in volunteering! We’ll be meeting from 10AM- 2PM at the Dickinson Ave entrance of West Bay Woods\, we hope to see you there!\n\nEvery year on the Friday after Thanksgiving\, Olympia Ecosystems holds a work party that we call “Green Friday.” This is also Native American Heritage Day. In a counterpoint to the consumerism of Black Friday\, Green Friday offers a sense of shared community around the stewardship of our local ecosystems.\n\nThis year\, we will be gathering in the West Bay Woods to cage cedars\, redwoods\, and firs in the closed restoration area across West Bay Drive from the derelict Reliable Steel building. This area has been closed for restoration for the last three years to enable ecosystem recovery without human or cervine (deer) impacts\, and has begun to recover nicely\, with areas of dense red elderberry and vigorous alder\, cottonwood\, and willow growth.\n\nIt is time to reopen this area to the public – and the deer – but before we do\, we need to protect the many conifers that we planted over the past years\, specifically cedar\, redwood\, shore pine\, and Douglas fir.\nJust to see this area from the inside is a treat you will not want to miss\, with its commanding view of Budd Inlet from the Olympics to the north\, Tahoma to the east\, and the Capitol building to the south. Join us on Green Friday for a day of service and community!
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/green-friday-volunteer-work-party-in-west-bay-woods/
LOCATION:West Bay Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250120T100000
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SUMMARY:Work Party for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
DESCRIPTION:This year for Martin Luther King Jr. Day\, we will be hosting a large work party in the West Bay Woods. As a community\, we will be planting trees and shrubs and installing tree-protector cages. In the past\, the crowd has finished the task a bit early — Thank you\, enthusiastic Volunteers!! — so we have also planned alternate weed-pulling projects for those avid weeders out there. Bring your work gloves\, your favorite snack\, and weather-ready clothes! Come on foot if you can. If you need to drive\, please park on Rogers Street NW.
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/work-party-for-martin-luther-king-jr-day/
LOCATION:West Bay Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250314T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250314T153000
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SUMMARY:Washington Trails Association - West Bay Woods Work Party
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThis is a WTA event. To participate\, you must RSVP through the WTA. \nTake in views of Olympia’s West Bay while we work to create a sustainable trail in this tranquil neighborhood preserve. \nAbout the Area\nThe West Bay Woods is a remnant shoreline forest on the western shoreline of the Deschutes Estuary. The bluffs over West Bay Drive historically fed the beaches of the Deschutes Estuary. Today the forest is separated from the tidal waters by post-industrial fill. Though degraded\, logged in the early settlement period\, and farmed in places\, many glimpses remain of what the forest once was. \nWhat to Expect\nWe’ll have fun\, work hard and make a difference! No experience is necessary. \nProject Description\nWe will be focusing on making the current trail through the preserve more established and durable. The work will involve removing organic material\, backfilling with gravel\, improving drainage\, and building box steps in a few steep sections. \nHiking Information\nOur hike to the project site is expected to be less than 1 mile over flat or gently rolling terrain. \nSchedule\n\n8:30 AM: Be ready to sign in and meet the crew\, rain or shine\n8:35 AM: Gather for a safety briefing\, then hike to the project site\nMorning: Work at your own pace\, and take breaks throughout the day\n12:00 PM: Lunch on the trail\nAfternoon: Consider trying a new task before wrapping up the day’s work\n3:30 PM: Sign out after enjoying refreshments at the trailhead\n\nFor safety reasons\, arriving late or leaving early is not allowed. \nPlanning Information\nGet ready for a great day outside! \nWhat it Takes to Do This Work Party\n\nNo experience is necessary—just bring a great attitude for working with a team! WTA provides the training and tools you need\nExpect to be physically active at your own pace for up to 6 hours on uneven terrain\nRecommended for ages 10 and older; under 14 must be accompanied by an adult and a parental consent form must be signed for anyone under 18\n\nWhat to Wear\nRequired: \n\nSturdy closed-toe shoes\nWork gloves\nEye protection (glasses\, sunglasses\, or safety glasses)\nLong pants\n\nRecommended: \n\nSturdy work or hiking boots\nLong sleeved shirt\n\nA hard hat will be provided by WTA. Additionally\, work gloves and eye protection will be provided by WTA if you do not have your own\, but when possible we recommend bringing your own. For safety reasons\, certain tasks may be assigned based on the safety level of your footwear. Volunteers who do not have long pants\, or sturdy closed toes shoes\, will not be able to participate in the work party. \nWhat to Bring\n\nLunch and plenty of water\nRain jacket and pants\nExtra warm clothing in case of wet or cold weather\nA pack to carry your personal gear\nA sense of fun and adventure for learning new skills and meeting great people!\n\nFirearms and weapons are not allowed.
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/washington-trails-association-west-bay-woods-work-party/
LOCATION:Dickinson Ave NW Trailhead\, 1319 Dickinson Ave NW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
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SUMMARY:Washington Trails Association - West Bay Woods Work Party
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThis is a WTA event. To participate\, you must RSVP through the WTA. \nTake in views of Olympia’s West Bay while we work to create a sustainable trail in this tranquil neighborhood preserve. \nAbout the Area\nThe West Bay Woods is a remnant shoreline forest on the western shoreline of the Deschutes Estuary. The bluffs over West Bay Drive historically fed the beaches of the Deschutes Estuary. Today the forest is separated from the tidal waters by post-industrial fill. Though degraded\, logged in the early settlement period\, and farmed in places\, many glimpses remain of what the forest once was. \nWhat to Expect\nWe’ll have fun\, work hard and make a difference! No experience is necessary. \nProject Description\nWe will be focusing on making the current trail through the preserve more established and durable. The work will involve removing organic material\, backfilling with gravel\, improving drainage\, and building box steps in a few steep sections. \nHiking Information\nOur hike to the project site is expected to be less than 1 mile over flat or gently rolling terrain. \nSchedule\n\n8:30 AM: Be ready to sign in and meet the crew\, rain or shine\n8:35 AM: Gather for a safety briefing\, then hike to the project site\nMorning: Work at your own pace\, and take breaks throughout the day\n12:00 PM: Lunch on the trail\nAfternoon: Consider trying a new task before wrapping up the day’s work\n3:30 PM: Sign out after enjoying refreshments at the trailhead\n\nFor safety reasons\, arriving late or leaving early is not allowed. \nPlanning Information\nGet ready for a great day outside! \nWhat it Takes to Do This Work Party\n\nNo experience is necessary—just bring a great attitude for working with a team! WTA provides the training and tools you need\nExpect to be physically active at your own pace for up to 6 hours on uneven terrain\nRecommended for ages 10 and older; under 14 must be accompanied by an adult and a parental consent form must be signed for anyone under 18\n\nWhat to Wear\nRequired: \n\nSturdy closed-toe shoes\nWork gloves\nEye protection (glasses\, sunglasses\, or safety glasses)\nLong pants\n\nRecommended: \n\nSturdy work or hiking boots\nLong sleeved shirt\n\nA hard hat will be provided by WTA. Additionally\, work gloves and eye protection will be provided by WTA if you do not have your own\, but when possible we recommend bringing your own. For safety reasons\, certain tasks may be assigned based on the safety level of your footwear. Volunteers who do not have long pants\, or sturdy closed toes shoes\, will not be able to participate in the work party. \nWhat to Bring\n\nLunch and plenty of water\nRain jacket and pants\nExtra warm clothing in case of wet or cold weather\nA pack to carry your personal gear\nA sense of fun and adventure for learning new skills and meeting great people!\n\nFirearms and weapons are not allowed.
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/washington-trails-association-west-bay-woods-volunteer-workparty/
LOCATION:Dickinson Ave NW Trailhead\, 1319 Dickinson Ave NW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
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SUMMARY:West Bay Woods Ivy Removal Work Party
DESCRIPTION:We will be continuing to remove invasive English ivy from the West Bay Woods\, and we need help from our wonderful volunteers! \nIf you arrive by car\, please park on Rogers St. and sign in at our reception table at the Dickinson Trailhead. \nWe will have some tools and work gloves available\, but please bring your own clippers/pruners and gloves if you have them. As always\, we will provide coffee\, water\, and snacks. \nSee you there!
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/west-bay-woods-ivy-removal-work-party/
LOCATION:Dickinson Ave NW Trailhead\, 1319 Dickinson Ave NW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Olympia Ecosystems":MAILTO:info@olyecosystems.org
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CREATED:20250311T234007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T234007Z
UID:1270-1742718600-1742743800@olyecosystems.org
SUMMARY:Washington Trails Association - West Bay Woods Work Party
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThis is a WTA event. To participate\, you must RSVP through the WTA. \nTake in views of Olympia’s West Bay while we work to create a sustainable trail in this tranquil neighborhood preserve. \nAbout the Area\nThe West Bay Woods is a remnant shoreline forest on the western shoreline of the Deschutes Estuary. The bluffs over West Bay Drive historically fed the beaches of the Deschutes Estuary. Today the forest is separated from the tidal waters by post-industrial fill. Though degraded\, logged in the early settlement period\, and farmed in places\, many glimpses remain of what the forest once was. \nWhat to Expect\nWe’ll have fun\, work hard and make a difference! No experience is necessary. \nProject Description\nWe will be focusing on making the current trail through the preserve more established and durable. The work will involve removing organic material\, backfilling with gravel\, improving drainage\, and building box steps in a few steep sections. \nHiking Information\nOur hike to the project site is expected to be less than 1 mile over flat or gently rolling terrain. \nSchedule\n\n8:30 AM: Be ready to sign in and meet the crew\, rain or shine\n8:35 AM: Gather for a safety briefing\, then hike to the project site\nMorning: Work at your own pace\, and take breaks throughout the day\n12:00 PM: Lunch on the trail\nAfternoon: Consider trying a new task before wrapping up the day’s work\n3:30 PM: Sign out after enjoying refreshments at the trailhead\n\nFor safety reasons\, arriving late or leaving early is not allowed. \nPlanning Information\nGet ready for a great day outside! \nWhat it Takes to Do This Work Party\n\nNo experience is necessary—just bring a great attitude for working with a team! WTA provides the training and tools you need\nExpect to be physically active at your own pace for up to 6 hours on uneven terrain\nRecommended for ages 10 and older; under 14 must be accompanied by an adult and a parental consent form must be signed for anyone under 18\n\nWhat to Wear\nRequired: \n\nSturdy closed-toe shoes\nWork gloves\nEye protection (glasses\, sunglasses\, or safety glasses)\nLong pants\n\nRecommended: \n\nSturdy work or hiking boots\nLong sleeved shirt\n\nA hard hat will be provided by WTA. Additionally\, work gloves and eye protection will be provided by WTA if you do not have your own\, but when possible we recommend bringing your own. For safety reasons\, certain tasks may be assigned based on the safety level of your footwear. Volunteers who do not have long pants\, or sturdy closed toes shoes\, will not be able to participate in the work party. \nWhat to Bring\n\nLunch and plenty of water\nRain jacket and pants\nExtra warm clothing in case of wet or cold weather\nA pack to carry your personal gear\nA sense of fun and adventure for learning new skills and meeting great people!\n\nFirearms and weapons are not allowed.
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/washington-trails-association-west-bay-woods-work-party-5/
LOCATION:Dickinson Ave NW Trailhead\, 1319 Dickinson Ave NW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T044624
CREATED:20250311T041504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T042545Z
UID:1266-1742977800-1743003000@olyecosystems.org
SUMMARY:Washington Trails Association - West Bay Woods Work Party
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThis is a WTA event. To participate\, you must RSVP through the WTA. \nTake in views of Olympia’s West Bay while we work to create a sustainable trail in this tranquil neighborhood preserve. \nAbout the Area\nThe West Bay Woods is a remnant shoreline forest on the western shoreline of the Deschutes Estuary. The bluffs over West Bay Drive historically fed the beaches of the Deschutes Estuary. Today the forest is separated from the tidal waters by post-industrial fill. Though degraded\, logged in the early settlement period\, and farmed in places\, many glimpses remain of what the forest once was. \nWhat to Expect\nWe’ll have fun\, work hard and make a difference! No experience is necessary. \nProject Description\nWe will be focusing on making the current trail through the preserve more established and durable. The work will involve removing organic material\, backfilling with gravel\, improving drainage\, and building box steps in a few steep sections. \nHiking Information\nOur hike to the project site is expected to be less than 1 mile over flat or gently rolling terrain. \nSchedule\n\n8:30 AM: Be ready to sign in and meet the crew\, rain or shine\n8:35 AM: Gather for a safety briefing\, then hike to the project site\nMorning: Work at your own pace\, and take breaks throughout the day\n12:00 PM: Lunch on the trail\nAfternoon: Consider trying a new task before wrapping up the day’s work\n3:30 PM: Sign out after enjoying refreshments at the trailhead\n\nFor safety reasons\, arriving late or leaving early is not allowed. \nPlanning Information\nGet ready for a great day outside! \nWhat it Takes to Do This Work Party\n\nNo experience is necessary—just bring a great attitude for working with a team! WTA provides the training and tools you need\nExpect to be physically active at your own pace for up to 6 hours on uneven terrain\nRecommended for ages 10 and older; under 14 must be accompanied by an adult and a parental consent form must be signed for anyone under 18\n\nWhat to Wear\nRequired: \n\nSturdy closed-toe shoes\nWork gloves\nEye protection (glasses\, sunglasses\, or safety glasses)\nLong pants\n\nRecommended: \n\nSturdy work or hiking boots\nLong sleeved shirt\n\nA hard hat will be provided by WTA. Additionally\, work gloves and eye protection will be provided by WTA if you do not have your own\, but when possible we recommend bringing your own. For safety reasons\, certain tasks may be assigned based on the safety level of your footwear. Volunteers who do not have long pants\, or sturdy closed toes shoes\, will not be able to participate in the work party. \nWhat to Bring\n\nLunch and plenty of water\nRain jacket and pants\nExtra warm clothing in case of wet or cold weather\nA pack to carry your personal gear\nA sense of fun and adventure for learning new skills and meeting great people!\n\nFirearms and weapons are not allowed.
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/washington-trails-association-west-bay-woods-work-party-2/
LOCATION:Dickinson Ave NW Trailhead\, 1319 Dickinson Ave NW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250328T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250328T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T044624
CREATED:20250311T043222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T043222Z
UID:1269-1743150600-1743175800@olyecosystems.org
SUMMARY:Washington Trails Association - West Bay Woods Work Party
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThis is a WTA event. To participate\, you must RSVP through the WTA. \nTake in views of Olympia’s West Bay while we work to create a sustainable trail in this tranquil neighborhood preserve. \nAbout the Area\nThe West Bay Woods is a remnant shoreline forest on the western shoreline of the Deschutes Estuary. The bluffs over West Bay Drive historically fed the beaches of the Deschutes Estuary. Today the forest is separated from the tidal waters by post-industrial fill. Though degraded\, logged in the early settlement period\, and farmed in places\, many glimpses remain of what the forest once was. \nWhat to Expect\nWe’ll have fun\, work hard and make a difference! No experience is necessary. \nProject Description\nWe will be focusing on making the current trail through the preserve more established and durable. The work will involve removing organic material\, backfilling with gravel\, improving drainage\, and building box steps in a few steep sections. \nHiking Information\nOur hike to the project site is expected to be less than 1 mile over flat or gently rolling terrain. \nSchedule\n\n8:30 AM: Be ready to sign in and meet the crew\, rain or shine\n8:35 AM: Gather for a safety briefing\, then hike to the project site\nMorning: Work at your own pace\, and take breaks throughout the day\n12:00 PM: Lunch on the trail\nAfternoon: Consider trying a new task before wrapping up the day’s work\n3:30 PM: Sign out after enjoying refreshments at the trailhead\n\nFor safety reasons\, arriving late or leaving early is not allowed. \nPlanning Information\nGet ready for a great day outside! \nWhat it Takes to Do This Work Party\n\nNo experience is necessary—just bring a great attitude for working with a team! WTA provides the training and tools you need\nExpect to be physically active at your own pace for up to 6 hours on uneven terrain\nRecommended for ages 10 and older; under 14 must be accompanied by an adult and a parental consent form must be signed for anyone under 18\n\nWhat to Wear\nRequired: \n\nSturdy closed-toe shoes\nWork gloves\nEye protection (glasses\, sunglasses\, or safety glasses)\nLong pants\n\nRecommended: \n\nSturdy work or hiking boots\nLong sleeved shirt\n\nA hard hat will be provided by WTA. Additionally\, work gloves and eye protection will be provided by WTA if you do not have your own\, but when possible we recommend bringing your own. For safety reasons\, certain tasks may be assigned based on the safety level of your footwear. Volunteers who do not have long pants\, or sturdy closed toes shoes\, will not be able to participate in the work party. \nWhat to Bring\n\nLunch and plenty of water\nRain jacket and pants\nExtra warm clothing in case of wet or cold weather\nA pack to carry your personal gear\nA sense of fun and adventure for learning new skills and meeting great people!\n\nFirearms and weapons are not allowed.
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/washington-trails-association-west-bay-woods-work-party-3/
LOCATION:Dickinson Ave NW Trailhead\, 1319 Dickinson Ave NW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250402T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250402T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T044624
CREATED:20250311T042240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T042631Z
UID:1268-1743582600-1743607800@olyecosystems.org
SUMMARY:Washington Trails Association - West Bay Woods Work Party
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThis is a WTA event. To participate\, you must RSVP through the WTA. \nTake in views of Olympia’s West Bay while we work to create a sustainable trail in this tranquil neighborhood preserve. \nAbout the Area\nThe West Bay Woods is a remnant shoreline forest on the western shoreline of the Deschutes Estuary. The bluffs over West Bay Drive historically fed the beaches of the Deschutes Estuary. Today the forest is separated from the tidal waters by post-industrial fill. Though degraded\, logged in the early settlement period\, and farmed in places\, many glimpses remain of what the forest once was. \nWhat to Expect\nWe’ll have fun\, work hard and make a difference! No experience is necessary. \nProject Description\nWe will be focusing on making the current trail through the preserve more established and durable. The work will involve removing organic material\, backfilling with gravel\, improving drainage\, and building box steps in a few steep sections. \nHiking Information\nOur hike to the project site is expected to be less than 1 mile over flat or gently rolling terrain. \nSchedule\n\n8:30 AM: Be ready to sign in and meet the crew\, rain or shine\n8:35 AM: Gather for a safety briefing\, then hike to the project site\nMorning: Work at your own pace\, and take breaks throughout the day\n12:00 PM: Lunch on the trail\nAfternoon: Consider trying a new task before wrapping up the day’s work\n3:30 PM: Sign out after enjoying refreshments at the trailhead\n\nFor safety reasons\, arriving late or leaving early is not allowed. \nPlanning Information\nGet ready for a great day outside! \nWhat it Takes to Do This Work Party\n\nNo experience is necessary—just bring a great attitude for working with a team! WTA provides the training and tools you need\nExpect to be physically active at your own pace for up to 6 hours on uneven terrain\nRecommended for ages 10 and older; under 14 must be accompanied by an adult and a parental consent form must be signed for anyone under 18\n\nWhat to Wear\nRequired: \n\nSturdy closed-toe shoes\nWork gloves\nEye protection (glasses\, sunglasses\, or safety glasses)\nLong pants\n\nRecommended: \n\nSturdy work or hiking boots\nLong sleeved shirt\n\nA hard hat will be provided by WTA. Additionally\, work gloves and eye protection will be provided by WTA if you do not have your own\, but when possible we recommend bringing your own. For safety reasons\, certain tasks may be assigned based on the safety level of your footwear. Volunteers who do not have long pants\, or sturdy closed toes shoes\, will not be able to participate in the work party. \nWhat to Bring\n\nLunch and plenty of water\nRain jacket and pants\nExtra warm clothing in case of wet or cold weather\nA pack to carry your personal gear\nA sense of fun and adventure for learning new skills and meeting great people!\n\nFirearms and weapons are not allowed.
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/washington-trails-association-west-bay-woods-work-party-4/
LOCATION:Dickinson Ave NW Trailhead\, 1319 Dickinson Ave NW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250418T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250418T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T044624
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SUMMARY:Washington Trails Association Work Party - West Bay Woods
DESCRIPTION:We will be focusing on making the current trail through the preserve more established and durable. The work will involve removing organic material\, backfilling with gravel\, improving drainage\, and building box steps in a few steep sections. \n \nSchedule\n\n8:30 AM: Be ready to sign in and meet the crew\, rain or shine\n8:35 AM: Gather for a safety briefing\, then hike to the project site\nMorning: Work at your own pace\, and take breaks throughout the day\n12:00 PM: Lunch on the trail\nAfternoon: Consider trying a new task before wrapping up the day’s work\n3:30 PM: Sign out after enjoying refreshments at the trailhead\n\n  \nYou must register for this event at: https://www.wta.org/volunteer/schedule/workparty/a2mPB000001eBll/
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/washington-trails-association-work-party-west-bay-woods/
LOCATION:West Bay Woods
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T044624
CREATED:20250311T035116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T203020Z
UID:1261-1745056800-1745071200@olyecosystems.org
SUMMARY:West Bay Woods Ivy Removal Volunteer Work Party
DESCRIPTION:We will be continuing to remove invasive English ivy from the West Bay Woods\, and we need help from our wonderful volunteers! \nIf you arrive by car\, please park on Rogers St. and sign in at our reception table at the Dickinson Trailhead. \nWe will have some tools and work gloves available\, but please bring your own clippers/pruners and gloves if you have them. As always\, we will provide coffee\, water\, and snacks. \nSee you there!
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/april-volunteer-work-party-save-the-date/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250423T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250423T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T044624
CREATED:20250406T195403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T195403Z
UID:1285-1745397000-1745422200@olyecosystems.org
SUMMARY:Washington Trails Association Work Party - West Bay Woods
DESCRIPTION:We will be focusing on making the current trail through the preserve more established and durable. The work will involve removing organic material\, backfilling with gravel\, improving drainage\, and building box steps in a few steep sections. \n  \nSchedule\n\n8:30 AM: Be ready to sign in and meet the crew\, rain or shine\n8:35 AM: Gather for a safety briefing\, then hike to the project site\nMorning: Work at your own pace\, and take breaks throughout the day\n12:00 PM: Lunch on the trail\nAfternoon: Consider trying a new task before wrapping up the day’s work\n3:30 PM: Sign out after enjoying refreshments at the trailhead\n\n  \nYou must register with the WTA to join: https://www.wta.org/volunteer/schedule/workparty/a2mPB000001eBnN/
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/washington-trails-association-work-party-west-bay-woods-2/
LOCATION:West Bay Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T044624
CREATED:20250406T195817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T195817Z
UID:1286-1746001800-1746027000@olyecosystems.org
SUMMARY:Washington Trails Association Work Party - West Bay Woods
DESCRIPTION:We will be focusing on making the current trail through the preserve more established and durable. The work will involve removing organic material\, backfilling with gravel\, improving drainage\, and building box steps in a few steep sections. \n  \nSchedule\n\n8:30 AM: Be ready to sign in and meet the crew\, rain or shine\n8:35 AM: Gather for a safety briefing\, then hike to the project site\nMorning: Work at your own pace\, and take breaks throughout the day\n12:00 PM: Lunch on the trail\nAfternoon: Consider trying a new task before wrapping up the day’s work\n3:30 PM: Sign out after enjoying refreshments at the trailhead\n\nFor safety reasons\, arriving late or leaving early is not allowed. \nYou must register for this event with the Washington Trails Association at: https://www.wta.org/volunteer/schedule/workparty/a2mPB000001eBoz/
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/washington-trails-association-work-party-west-bay-woods-3/
LOCATION:West Bay Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T044624
CREATED:20250406T203848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T025322Z
UID:1287-1747476000-1747490400@olyecosystems.org
SUMMARY:Green Cove Creek Volunteer Work Party - Free the Trees!
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at one of our Green Cove Creek properties to assist with freeing the trees from English Ivy. If you have a favorite pruning saw\, now is your chance to put it to use! Clippers or pruning shears will also be helpful\, along with a pair of work gloves. As always\, we will provide tools\, gloves\, OCR coffee\, water\, and snacks! \nThere is no parking at this location\, so if you drive\, you will need to park near the intersection of Kaiser Road NW and 14th Avenue NW\, and look for our sandwich board marking the site along Kaiser Road.
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/green-cove-creek-volunteer-work-party-free-the-trees/
LOCATION:Green Cove Creek Preserve
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T044624
CREATED:20250709T011258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T011258Z
UID:1301-1752919200-1752933600@olyecosystems.org
SUMMARY:Work Party at Cooper Crest Preserve
DESCRIPTION:We have a great work party planned for Saturday the 19th at Cooper Crest! We will be collecting Riverbank Lupine seeds\, sanding and painting two picnic tables (shout out to our friends at Stone Creek Pizza for the free tables!)\, and weeding. Please come prepared with work gloves and a bucket or container if you would like to collect seeds. As usual\, we will provide water and snacks. Arriving by foot or by bike is encouraged. If you drive\, you may park on 20th Ave NW\, or in overflow parking at Marshall Middle School. See you the 19th!
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/work-party-at-cooper-crest-preserve/
LOCATION:Cooper Crest\, 2922 20th Ave NW\, Olympia\, 98502\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T044624
CREATED:20250805T150544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T151643Z
UID:1307-1755943200-1755948600@olyecosystems.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Stroll through the West Bay Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided tour through the West Bay Woods! \nOlympia Ecosystems’ Board President\, Sarah Hamman\, will lead a walk through the woods\, discussing the history of the site\, our restoration goals\, restoration actions to date\, and stewardship plans for the future. We’ll also discuss the important roles that urban forests play for local wildlife\, stormwater quality\, cultural resources\, and human health. Any and all questions about plant ID are also welcome! We’ll have some coffee and water for folks to enjoy along the way so bring your coffee mugs and water bottles to fill for the casual Saturday stroll through the woods!  \nWhat: Saturday Stroll through the West Bay Woods\nWhen: August 23rd\, 10-11:30am\nWhere: Dickinson Ave trailhead (1212 Dickinson Ave NW). If you’re driving\, please park on Rogers and walk down Dickinson to the trailhead.\nWhy: Learn about the history\, current restoration work\, and future vision for this urban forest\, and enjoy a beautiful morning walk through the woods!\nOther details: Some of the trails are fairly steep\, none of them are paved\, and there are a few stairs. Please wear sturdy shoes! We will start and end at Dickinson Ave NW.
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/saturday-stroll-through-the-west-bay-woods/
LOCATION:Dickinson Ave NW Trailhead\, 1319 Dickinson Ave NW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250925T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T044624
CREATED:20250920T180937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250920T180937Z
UID:1313-1758790800-1758812400@olyecosystems.org
SUMMARY:Work Party at West Bay Woods
DESCRIPTION:This is unusual\, we are holding a work party on a week day! \nOur friends at TY Lin Engineering have offered to do some volunteer work on September 25 and we thought it would be nice if other volunteers could join in. \nWe will be working on the West Bay Park Connector property to remove invasive species. This is the beginning of the next phase of work on West Bay Woods.  \nEventually all trails will be connected! \nWHERE: 1107 West Bay Drive\, across from West Bay Park\nWHEN: Thursday September 25\, 9am – 3pm\nWHAT TO BRING: Work gloves and clippers/pruners if you have them\nWHERE TO PARK: Please park at the West Bay Park and walk up the north trail. Our property is right across West Bay Drive.
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/work-party-at-west-bay-woods/
LOCATION:West Bay Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T044624
CREATED:20251001T162232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T015006Z
UID:1315-1761386400-1761400800@olyecosystems.org
SUMMARY:[CANCELLED due to inclement weather!] Volunteer Work Party
DESCRIPTION:Sadly\, due to inclement weather\, we have had to cancel this Volunteer Work Party. We look forward to seeing you next on Nov. 22.
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/work-party-to-prep-the-bob-barnes-legacy-grove/
LOCATION:Dickinson Ave NW Trailhead\, 1319 Dickinson Ave NW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T044624
CREATED:20251022T162014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T162841Z
UID:1330-1766224800-1766239200@olyecosystems.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Party to replant the new Stormwater Park South pond
DESCRIPTION:Have you seen the new stormwater pond along West Bay Drive? You may have noticed that it would benefit from a few more trees and shrubs. Fear Not! \nWe will be replanting this new area with native plants at this volunteer work party\, and we’d love your help. \nPlease join us for a community planting day to bring more life and shade to this special spot. Bring gloves and shovels if you have them – we’ll provide some tools\, along with snacks\, coffee\, and water. Get ready for some planting fun! \nIf you’re driving\, please park at West Bay Park on the bay side of West Bay Drive NW and cross the street to our site.
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/work-party-to-replant-the-new-stormwater-park-south-pond/
LOCATION:Stormwater Park South\, 1215 West Bay Drive\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Olympia Ecosystems":MAILTO:info@olyecosystems.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T044624
CREATED:20251224T032446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T204405Z
UID:1349-1768816800-1768831200@olyecosystems.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Party on MLK Day at Cooper Crest
DESCRIPTION:In honor of Martin Luther King Jr.\, we will be holding a planting party at Cooper Crest on January 19th. Planting will be focused around a 1-acre area that was not restored while we worked to get control of a Japanese knotweed infestation. That area is  now ready for planting and we will start with cedars and firs. Work will entail planting\, mulching\, and some invasive weed control. Will you join us for a day of service on MLK Day? \nBring gloves and be ready for some muddy fun! We’ll provide tools\, snacks\, coffee\, and tea. \nIf you’re driving\, please park on 20th Ave NW or in the parking lot at Marshall Middle School. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/volunteer-work-party-at-the-new-bob-barnes-legacy-grove/
LOCATION:Cooper Crest\, 2922 20th Ave NW\, Olympia\, 98502\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Olympia Ecosystems":MAILTO:info@olyecosystems.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T044624
CREATED:20260124T051546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T051546Z
UID:1361-1771668000-1771682400@olyecosystems.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Party - West Bay Woods Ivy Clearing
DESCRIPTION:Have you been feeling tense or stressed? Pulling English ivy can be surprisingly cathartic. Join us and other volunteers for a few hours of fresh air\, engaging conversation\, and hands-on work that makes a real difference for the environment! Bring gloves if you have them\, we will provide coffee\, tea\, snacks and water. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/volunteer-work-party-west-bay-woods-ivy-clearing/
LOCATION:Dickinson Ave NW Trailhead\, 1319 Dickinson Ave NW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Olympia Ecosystems":MAILTO:info@olyecosystems.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T044624
CREATED:20260124T051749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T175555Z
UID:1363-1774087200-1774101600@olyecosystems.org
SUMMARY:March Volunteer Work Party in the West Bay Woods - Ivy Removal
DESCRIPTION:We will continue caring for the West Bay Woods forest by removing ivy and making space for our native trees and shrubs to thrive! Bring gloves if you have them\, we will provide tools\, coffee\, tea\, snacks and water. \nSee you there!
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/volunteer-work-party-in-the-west-bay-woods-dickinson-avenue-ivy-removal/
LOCATION:Dickinson Ave NW Trailhead\, 1319 Dickinson Ave NW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Olympia Ecosystems":MAILTO:info@olyecosystems.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T044624
CREATED:20260223T191121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T213706Z
UID:1418-1776506400-1776520800@olyecosystems.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Party in the West Bay Woods - Dickinson Ave Ivy Removal
DESCRIPTION:This site is OlyEcosystem’s newest addition to the West Bay Woods! It is a beautiful stretch of forest\, but many of the trees and shrubs are overwhelmed by ivy. Join us in giving them new breathing room to grow – while enjoying fresh air\, good company\, and the camaraderie of fellow volunteers. Bring gloves if you have them\, we will provide coffee\, tea\, snacks and water. \nSee you there!
URL:https://olyecosystems.org/event/volunteer-work-party-in-the-west-bay-woods-dickinson-ave-ivy-removal-continued/
LOCATION:Dickinson Ave NW Trailhead\, 1319 Dickinson Ave NW\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
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