Instructions for Registering for Event

In order to register for this event, you will need to go to the On Demand Community link provided below, pledge at least 8 hours, then register for this opportunity using the appropriate link. Please note that you only need to sign up for a single event to meet your 8 hour pledge request as travel is figured into a volunteer event.

If you are an IBM Retiree, please be sure to PLEDGE and sign up here. Then sign up for the event itself here.

If you are an IBMer, please be sure to PLEDGE and sign up here. Then sign up for the event itself here.

IBMers and IBM Retirees are encouraged to sign up family members and friends for this event. You will be able to add friends and family members when you sign up through the On Demand Community for the event through the links provided above.

Once you have signed up on ODC, come back here and Sign In in the upper right part of the page using a Google account so that you can RSVP to the location you are interested in. You can also use a Twitter or Yahoo ID if you sign in on the right side of the page under the list of Followers.

Friday, May 6, 2011

Details for Jetty Island Event in Everett!


Join us on a trip to Jetty Island! Jetty Island is a manmade island at the mouth of the Snohomish River in Everett. The island is two miles long and supports the only beach grass and dune habitat in the area, features historically present in the Snohomish delta. Shorebirds, waterfowl, eagles, Osprey, Peregrine Falcons, and other wildlife are commonly seen. Volunteers are needed to remove invasive vegetation, such as Scotch broom and Himalayan blackberry, to prepare the site for future native plantings.

When: Wednesday, June 15, 2011 from 10 am to 2 pm (Please arrive NLT 945 so that you can be shuttled to the work site by boat to begin the event by 10)

Where: Please meet at the 10th Street Boat Launch and Marine Park (directions below). A steward will be there to greet you and to give further instructions. Boat transportation to and from the island will be provided, and volunteers will be divided into groups of about 20 persons per trip.

What to wear:

  • We’ll be there rain or shine, so dress for the weather (rain gear in case of bad weather or sunglasses and a hat if it's sunny)
  • Wear your sturdiest, most waterproof foot gear (sneakers, hiking boots, etc., no sandals)
  • Layering with long trousers and long sleeves is recommended
What to bring:
  • A water bottle
  • Lunch
  • Your own work gloves if you have them
What we provide:
  • Work gloves, tools, snacks, and beverages
Other important details:
  • Children 10 and under must have one-to-one adult supervision
  • Minors who plan to attend without their legal guardians must contact the event coordinator prior to the event to receive a special release form that must be completed to participate.
  • A public restroom is located on the island.
Driving directions: Address: 10th Street public boat launch and Marine Park, located at 10th and West Marine View Drive on Everett’s waterfront (http://goo.gl/Zm4ON)
From the north: Take I-5 South to exit 198 (Hwy 529/N. Broadway/Port of Everett). Stay on Hwy 529 and follow it to the right at the Y in the road, following signs for the Marina. Take a left at the light onto Marine View Drive. Go 1.8 miles and take a right onto 10th St. Follow 10th St down to the parking lot and public boat launch.

From the south: Take I-5 north to exit 193 (Pacific Ave/Hwy 529). Turn left (west) onto Pacific Ave and follow for 1.1 miles. Turn right onto Marine View Dr and follow for 1.9 miles. Turn left onto 10th St. Follow 10th St down to the parking lot and public boat launch.
From downtown Everett: Take Pacific Ave west towards the water. Turn right onto Marine View Drive and follow for 1.9 miles. Turn left onto 10th St. Follow 10th St down to the parking lot and public boat launch.

For those of you interested in carpooling options!

We are no longer using the Ridesharing app to set up car pools. If you are willing to drive others or are in need of a ride to this event, please contact Mike Ball at: miball@us.ibm.com or Kim Bengston-Minnick at kbengsto@us.ibm.com.
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