SPECIFIC VOLUNTEER NEEDS

The Cascade Geographic Society has a number of projects in need of volunteers of all ages and abilities. Below is just a partial list of opportunities. You may have talents that could assist us in other capacities and projects not listed, so be sure to get in touch with us. If you would like to assist us, please call (503) 622-4798, or write us at: P.O. Box 398, Rhododendron, Oregon 97049. Some of the projects that the Cascade Geographic Society could utilize some volunteers for are as follows:
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Mount Hood Historical Loom Project
Volunteers are needed to set up a large historical loom that was constructed on Mount Hood by Grandpa Bailey who operated "Bailey's Mount Hood Cabin Resort" at the Village of Wildwood. It was, later, handed down in the family and was utilized by Lutie Welch Bailey. This historical treasure is currently in pieces and it is the desire of the Cascade Geographic Society to get it back together and begin utilizing it once again.

Mount Hood Loop Highway Historical Research
Volunteers are needed to assist with historical research related to the historical "Mount Hood Loop Highway" that opened in 1924.

Building Exhibit Cases
Volunteers are needed for the construction of a variety of
display cases to be utilized at Cascade Geographic Society interpretive facilities, which includes "Stage Stop Road Interpretative Center", the "Oregon Country Settlement", and "Portland's Museum of Shanghaiing & Maritime Lore".

 East U.S. Highway 26 Zig Zag-Rhododendron Project
Volunteers are needed to write letters and do research concerning the preservation of heritage resources (natural, cultural, and historical) related to this highway widening project.

Whiskey Jack Creek Wetlands Restoration Work
Volunteers are needed to help remove blackberries that are choking-off native vegetation in this natural area owned by the Cascade Geographic Society.

Oregon Country Settlement Work
Volunteers are needed for a variety of carpentry work at this living history site, in addition to the sewing of curtains. A variety of tasks available.

Fish & Wildlife Habitat Restoration Work
Volunteers are needed to help remove scotchbroom, blackberries, and other non-native vegetation in natural areas. This work is on-going and ideal for both large and small groups, and for individuals and families. The work sites are located on Mount Hood but we can arrange for a site closer to Portland near Sauvie Island.

AT&T's Proposed 125-Foot Cell Tower
Volunteers are needed to write letters, pass out petitions, conduct research on the internet, etc. This cell tower will have a major adverse impact on the Village of Rhododendron and Cascade Geographic Society's "Sanctuary Lands".

Rhododendron Meadow Covered Bridge
Volunteers are needed to do site plans, architectural renderings, sketches, grant writing, fund-raising, historical research, and a whole lot more.

Underground Portland Restoration Work
Volunteers are needed to do help move debris and expose part of Portland's hidden infamous shanghaiing history. One work area, when complete, will allow artifacts related to the shanghaiing trade to be displayed.

Rhododendron Meadow Restoration Work 
Volunteers are needed to help with stream habitat work and removing non-native vegetation that are choking-off native vegetation in this 14.5-acre parcel that is owned by the Cascade Geographic Society.

Mount Hood Oregon Trail Quilt Show & Old-Time Fiddlers Jamboree
Volunteers are needed for a variety of positions at this free family-oriented event. This includes working the Cascade Geographic Society booth, putting out and taking down signs, setting up the quilt exhibit, running errands, and helping out with the "Oregon Trail Vintage & Classic Cruise-In & Motorcar Tour", etc. Dates for the 2001 festival are as follows: July 21st (Saturday), 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and July 22nd (Sunday), 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. People are needed for a variety of hours. This event is held at Mt. Hood Village, 65000 East U.S. Highway 26, near Brightwood, Oregon.

Mount Hood Huckleberry Festival
Volunteers are needed for a variety of positions at this free family-oriented festival. This includes assisting with the music stage, setting up sound equipment, working the Cascade Geographic Society booth, bagging Huckleberries, putting out and taking down signs, running errands, and assisting with special events, such as the "World's Record-Breaking Watermelon Launch", the "Huckleberry Jam" (music show), the "Evening Concert", the "Barlow Trail Horse & Wagon Show", the "Mount Hood Huckleberry Festival Vintage & Classic Cruise-In & Motorcar Tour", historical tours, and more. Dates for the 2001 festival are as follows: August 24th (Friday), 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; August 25th (Saturday), 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and August 26 (Sunday), 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. People are needed for a variety of hours. This Festival is held at Mt. Hood Village, 65000 East U.S. Highway 26, near Brightwood, Oregon.

Mount Hood Salmon & Mushroom Festival
Volunteers are needed to help at this free family-oriented festival. This includes assisting with the music stage, setting up sound equipment, working the Cascade Geographic Society booth, putting out and taking down signs, running errands, and assisting with special events, such as the "Oregon State Chili and Grilling Championship", conducting salmon habitat tours, the "Mount Hood Loop Vintage & Classic Cruise-In & Motorcar Tour", and more. Dates for the 2001 festival are as follows: October 6th (Saturday), Noon to 6 p.m.; and October 7 (Sunday), Noon to 6 p.m. People are needed for a variety of hours. This Festival is held at Mt. Hood Village, 65000 East U.S. Highway 26, near Brightwood, Oregon.

Mount Hood Public Lands Clean-Up
Volunteers are needed to assist in cleaning up illegal trash dumps on Mount Hood. Areas cleaned are riparian areas that are critical to Salmon and other anadromous fish, wildlife habitats, Oregon Trail segments, and Native American cultural sites. Pickup trucks are also needed to haul trash from the dumpsites to the disposal dumpsters. The main clean-up day for 2001 is November 3rd (Saturday), but the work actually begins a week before this. Meet at Mt. Hood Village, 65000 East U.S. Highway 26, near Brightwood, Oregon, in the Lodge Center.

Christmas Along the Barlow Trail
Volunteers are needed to assist in this event. Set-up, tear-down, signage, and more. The "Oregon Trail Heritage Day" is on December 8th (Saturday), from 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.; and the "Oregon Trail Heritage Tour" on December 9th (Sunday), from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meet at Mt. Hood Village, 65000 East U.S. Highway 26, near Brightwood, Oregon, in the Lodge Center.