Active Transportation/Parks/Trails

Family Fun on the Farm

Friday, October 9, 2015 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Sauvie Island Center
Address: 
Sauvie Island Center, 13901 NW Howell Park Rd,
Portland, OR 97231
United States

Join us for a day of fun and learning at Family Fun on the Farm day. School is out for the day and you're invited to Sauvie Island Center's Family Farm Day on Friday, October 9th from 10 am to noon. We'll explore the 16-acre Sauvie Island Organics farm and the grounds of Howell Territorial Park while learning about food, farming and the land. Our staff will guide you and your family through an exploration of our curriculum, designed for elementary school-aged children, including:

  • Soil Exploration. Dig in and learn about healthy soil.
  • Seed to Harvest. Plant, tend and harvest the Grow Lunch Garden.
  • Healthy Snacks. Taste fresh veggies that you can use at home to create yummy snacks!
  • Plant Parts Investigation. Explore the farm and plants we can eat.
  • Wildlife & Food web. Who else has been foraging on the farm?
  • Pollination Station. Meet these hard-working farm friends.

The event is free, but pre-registration is requested.

Contact Name: 
Joanne Lazo
Contact Phone: 
503.201.5923
Contact Email: 
joanne@sauvieislandcenter.org
Venue: 
Sauvie Island Center
Venue Details: 
The grounds of Metro's Howell Territorial Park and the Sauvie Island Organics farm.
Cost: 
Free

Cascading Rivers Ride

Saturday, September 19, 2015 - 8:00am to Sunday, September 20, 2015 - 5:00pm
Estacada Development Association
Address: 
Estacada Station Cycling Plaza, Estacada City Hall
475 SE Main St.
Estacada, OR 97023
United States
Park/Trail: 
Categories: 

Join us for the inaugural ride of Oregon's newest Scenic Bikeway, the Cascading Rivers Ride. Options available for any skill level, choose the ride that's right for you!

Little Riffles: Most of the Little Riffles 12 mile route is on a gated access road with only an occasional PGE service truck. The route is relatively level with nice views of the Clackamas River, a string of lakes, and North Fork Dam. Bring family, kids, friends and of course a camera.  

Raging Rapids: The 42 mile Raging Rapids ride begins along Estacada, Faraday, and North Fork Lakes before heading into the upper Clackamas watershed and the base of the Cascade Mountains. The Clackamas River has sculpted a path through volcanic rock that dominates the landscape. 

Killer Fang: Riders follow the Cascading Rivers Scenic Bikeway from Estacada to Detroit on Day 1 and return on Day 2 for a combined 144 miles. The Killer Fang ride is named after a treacherous section of the Clackamas River where it dives beneath a house-sized boulder to emerge a hundred feet downstream. 

Contact Name: 
Phil Lingelbach
Contact Phone: 
(503) 630-3401
Contact Email: 
phillingelbach@aol.com
Venue: 
Cascading Rivers Scenic Bikeway
Venue Details: 
http://rideoregonride.com/road-routes/cascading-rivers-scenic-bikeway/
Cost: 
$15.00 - $95.00

Birdfest & Bluegrass Nature Festival

Friday, October 2, 2015 - 6:30pm to Sunday, October 4, 2015 - 4:30pm
Friends of Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge
Address: 
28908 NW Main Ave
Ridgefield, WA 98642
United States

Visitors can enjoy bird, plant and nature tours and presentations by regional experts who will share fun facts and information about Southwest Washington's unique ecoregion. Archeologist-led walks will follow in the footsteps of Native Americans and Lewis & Clark to notable sites within
the refuge. These include a visit to a replica of a Cathlapotle plankhouse built by hand using ancient techniques
and tools. A traditional salmon bake will be held Sunday afternoon with complimentary samplings.
Children's activities in downtown Ridgefield will include the Audubon Society Live bird show and birds on display,
craft stations, games, a storytelling tent and more. Special offerings on both days include guided kayak and canoe tours, a night hike, Kiwa Trail tour and the spectacular sandhill crane tours at dawn and dusk. These tours are offered on a limited basis and fill quickly, with reservations and fees required. Visitors can also get an early start on Christmas shopping. An expanded birders' marketplace will offer great buys
on garden items, pottery, art, photography, birdhouses, clothes, books and other items. Food booths will be open
throughout the weekend.
 

Birdfest and Bluegrass is a non-profit festival hosted by Friends of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge to encourage
appreciation for the wonders of nature and this special wildlife refuge.

Contact Name: 
Eric Anderson
Contact Phone: 
360-887-4106
Contact Email: 
Eric Anderson <eric_anderson@fws.gov>
Venue: 
Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge
Cost: 
Most events are free

5th Annual Cougar Mountain Riders Association Woods Cleanup

Saturday, August 8, 2015 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
Forest Service Rd 1726 and NE East Devils Lake Rd.
Otis, OR 97368
United States

Join Cougar Mountain Riders Association members as we remove garbage from the woods in order to continue to enjoy our beautiful forest. 

Register online here: http://solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/5th-annual-cougar-mountain-ri...

Contact Name: 
Kaleen Boyle
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
kaleen@solveoregon.org
Venue Details: 
Meet about one mile up from Forest Service Road 1726. Bring your own transportation. Handicap accessible.
Cost: 
$0.00

Volunteer on Trail Saturday!

Saturday, June 27, 2015 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
the Forest Park Conservancy
Park/Trail: 

Volunteer on Trail Saturday with Forest Park Conservancy! Your service will help ensure Forest Park trails are safe and fun to tread, now and in the long run.

What: Forest Park Volunteer Work Party

  • Wheelbarrow in rock
  • Build retaining walls
  • Spread gravel
  • Repair Wildwood Trail

When: Saturday, June 27th, 9 am - 12 pm

Where: Wildwood Trailhead on NW 53rd Drive 

All training, tools, and gloves will be provided.  

Preregistration is required. Click here to volunteer!

Contact Name: 
Mikala Soroka
Contact Phone: 
503.223.5449 x 106
Contact Email: 
mikala@forestparkconservancy.org
Cost: 
free

Trail Saturday

Saturday, July 11, 2015 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
the Forest Park Conservancy
Park/Trail: 

Volunteer on Trail Saturday with the Forest Park Conservancy! We'll be clearing the trails of encroaching vegetation and repairing a section of trailside fencing. 

What: Forest Park Volunteer Work Party

When: Saturday, July 11, 9 am - 12 pm

Where: Pittock Mansion Parking Lot, near Forest Park's Wildwood Trail

Remember to pack plenty of water and dress for all weather conditions. Long pants and sturdy, closed-toe shoes are required for your safety. All training, tools and work gloves will be provided.

Morning coffee and snacks are courtesy of Stumptown Coffee Roasters and Food Front Cooperative Grocery. 

Pre-registration is required. Click here to volunteer!

Contact Name: 
Mikala Soroka
Contact Phone: 
503.223.5449 x 106
Contact Email: 
mikala@forestparkconservancy.org
Cost: 
free

Vancouver Lake Big Canoe Paddle

Tuesday, July 14, 2015 - 9:30am to 11:30am
Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership
Address: 
4911 Northwest 122nd Street
Vancouver, WA 98685
United States

Explore Vancouver Lake from a whole new perspective! Join the Estuary Partnership for a family friendly canoe paddle aboard our two 29' 14-passenger canoes. Glide past a host of birds while learning about the Columbia River ecosystem from seasoned paddle guides. 

Registration required. 

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vancouver-lake-paddle-71415-tickets-1528991...

Contact Name: 
McKenzie Miller
Contact Phone: 
503-226-1565 x 229
Contact Email: 
mmiller@estuarypartnership.org
Venue: 
Felida Moorage and Marine Services
Cost: 
Free

Ranger Lead Hike "Mothers of the Refuge", Ridgefield NWR

Sunday, May 10, 2015 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Friends of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge
Address: 
28908 NW Main Ave
Ridgefield, WA 98642
United States

Bring Mom to the Refuge this Mother's Day!

1:pm
Take a hike with the Refuge's Park Ranger Josie Finley to explore the Oaks to Wetlands Trail, and discover the relationships that wildlife mom's at the Refuge have with their babies. 

12pm - 4pm:
Visit the Cathlapotle Plankhouse to connect with Lower Columba River Chinookan Native culture. Volunteers will be on hand to give tours and answer questions, and at 2pm, there is a special presentation by Pat Courtney Gold titled "Native Woman's View fo Lewis and Clark". 

All Day:
Take a lap around the Auto Tour Route on the River 'S' Unit for some excellent wildlife watching and photography opportunities, and take a walk along the newly opened Kiwa trail to experience Spring at the Refuge in all it's glory. 

Contact Name: 
Sarah Hill
Contact Phone: 
(360) 887-4106
Contact Email: 
sarah_hill@fws.gov
Venue: 
Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge
Cost: 
$3.00 Per vehicle

Clark County Legacy Lands 30th Anniversary tour - Hike In Washougal!

Saturday, June 20, 2015 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Clark County Environmental Services - Legacy Lands
Address: 
2251 49TH St.,
Washougal, WA 98671
United States

Join City of Washougal staff to hike the beautiful Hartwood Park and Rolling Meadows greenway along Campen Creek.  This family friendly greenway trail meanders through 40 acres of green properties, including the Cedar View Trail, Campen Creek Park and Hartwood Park. The gravel-surface trail is user-friendly and crosses a couple of bridges along the way. Bring binoculars to see wildlife in the tree canopy along the creek.  Meet at Hartwood Park at 49th Street, near the red building.  Portable restroom facilities are available. RSVP suggested.

Contact Name: 
Pat Lee
Contact Phone: 
360.397.2121
Contact Email: 
jane.kleiner@clark.wa.gov
Venue: 
Hartwood Park and Nature Area
Venue Details: 
Park at the parking area near the red building. A small playground is just west of the building and the trailhead is also just west of the building. Bring sturdy walking shoes.
Cost: 
Free

Clark County Legacy Lands 30th Anniversary - Volunteer Event

Saturday, June 20, 2015 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Clark County Environmental Services - Legacy Lands
Address: 
Trailhead at 163rd St. at NE 22nd Ave.
Salmon Creek area in Clark County, WA 98642
United States

Join Clark County staff at Whipple Creek Hollow, one of our key urban wildlife areas in the heart of Salmon Creek, for a volunteer work party.  Join a team to help restore trails and trailheads throughout the site. This 40-acre site hosts a variety of upland trees, flowers and wildlife.  Enjoy a hike through the site after the work party is complete and learn about the restoration efforts along Whipple Creek.  Light refreshments will be provided but bring a water bottle.  RSVP suggested.

Contact Name: 
Patrick Lee
Contact Phone: 
360.397.2121
Contact Email: 
jane.kleiner@clark.wa.gov
Venue: 
Whipple Creek Hollow Nature Area
Venue Details: 
Parking along NE 22nd Ave. Bring work gloves, rakes, shovels, wheelbarrows, and water bottle.
Cost: 
Free

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