During the Ecuador site assessment in March 2008, the team accompanied local engineers from New England Waste Systems (NEWS) on a tour of artificial dry wetlands that are used to treat sewage from the City of Santo Domingo.  Among other options, the team is considering artificial wetlands, on a smaller scale, as a long-term santitation solution for the Abraham Calacazon School. The team is travelling back to Bua in September for the first round of implementation.  Read more about the Ecuador Project.

When:	6pm, September 10th, 2008 [5:30 pm Intro to EWB Q&A]
Where:	David Evans and Associates 2100 SW River Parkway Portland, OR 97201
Topic:	GROWINGGARDENS, Presentation by Rodney Bender
Contact:	Aaron Poresky

Interested in getting involved with the EWB Portland Steering Committee?  The Membership Chair position is a great opportunity for a newcomer or seasoned veteran to get involved behind-the-scenes in the success of EWB Portland.  This in an important position in promoting a vital, active and growing membership base. 

Rainwater Collection and Efficient Irrigation

What:	The Growing Gardens project is moving forward!
When:	6pm, September 9th, 2008
Where:	PAE Consultanting Engineers 808 SW 3rd Ave, Suite 300 Portland, OR 97204
Topic:	Preparation for site visit
Contact:	Ginger Erwin-Thomas

EWB Portland is initiating a local project in partnership with Portland-based GROWINGGARDENS!  The project will call on the experience and expertise of EWB volunteers to expand the range of services that Growing Gardens offers to their gardeners.  The project will focus on design and installation of pilot rainwater collection and efficient irrigation systems at selected garden plots around Portland.  The project will also include an emphasis on education with the involvement of selected local high school students from the Oregon MESA program in the design process.

Mark your calendars for the West Coast Regional Workshop!

When:	October 10-12th, 2008
Where:	San Luis Obispo, CA

This years West Coast Regional Workshop will be held in San Luis Obispo, CA from October 10th through 12th.  It should be a great event!  EWB regional workshops are excellent opportunities to learn from the experience of other chapters, gain skills in international development and chapter management, and meet EWB compatriots.  They only come once a year! 

Click here to view the latest EWB Portland newsletter.

EWB Portland publishes two to three newsletters per year to keep members, sponsors, and friends up-to-date on our activities.  This edition is chock full of project updates and volunteer opportunities  Enjoy the read!