family friendly

Crystal Springs Guided Tour

Saturday, September 8, 2012 - 9:30am to 12:30pm
Crystal Springs Partnership
Address: 
United States

The Crystal Springs Partnership will host a guided tour of southeast Portland’s Crystal Springs Watershed. Along the tour route, learn from local experts about the natural history of the watershed and plans for restoring a vibrant salmon run in Crystal Springs Creek.

There are two ways to participate…by foot and by bike.

Walkers will gather at Johnson Creek Park, SE 21st and Clatsop, at 9:30am, with the 2.5 mile walk scheduled to begin at 10:00.

Cyclists will gather at Reed College’s Eliot Circle at 11:15am for a five mile loop ride.

Riders and walkers will meet up at Reed College for a guided walk up Reed Canyon, where the tour will conclude with snacks and activities. Shuttle vans will be available for walkers who would like a ride back to Johnson Creek Park.

Contact Name: 
Ronda Fast
Contact Email: 
ronda.fast@portlandoregon.gov
Cost: 
Free

Zoo Experience: Cougars and Bobcats (ages 7-8)

Saturday, October 13, 2012 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Oregon Zoo
Address: 
4001 SW Canyon Rd
Portland, OR 97221
United States

Hunters in the wild lead very interesting lives. Meet a few of the zoo' s hunters and practice being a predator or prey animal.

Zoo Experiences take place at the Oregon Zoo and include a featured animal exhibit tour, story, art project, and snacks. Classes may also include an animal visitor. Adults must attend with children.

Venue: 
Oregon Zoo
Venue Details: 
Classes fill quickly, check the zoo website for latest space availability.
Cost: 
$29 for one child and one adult/ $13 each additional person. Discounts for Zoo members.

Zoo Experience: Hiding in Plain Sight (ages 5-6)

Saturday, September 22, 2012 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Oregon Zoo
Address: 
4001 SW Canyon Rd
Portland, OR 97221
United States

They're hiding in your garden, your garage, the park and lots of other city places. Learn where to look for wildlife and what makes a backyard sanctuary.

Zoo Experiences take place at the Oregon Zoo and include a featured animal exhibit tour, story, art project and snacks. Classes may also include an animal visitor. Adults must attend with children

Venue: 
Oregon Zoo
Venue Details: 
Classes fill quickly, check the zoo website for latest space availability.
Cost: 
$29 for one child and one adult/ $13 each additional person. Discount for Zoo members.

Goat Island Stewardship Day

Saturday, August 25, 2012 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
OR
United States

Help native trees survive summer’s hot sun! SOLVE and its partners are working to enhance sites throughout the Portland-metro area. Volunteers will be assisting with site maintenance by removing invasive plants, and mulching and watering native plants. Over time, this work will improve water quality, create wildlife habitat, and store carbon to slow climate change. SOLVE will provide all tools and gloves for this project.

SOLVE’s mission is to bring Oregonians together to improve the environment and build a legacy of stewardship.

 

 

 

Contact Name: 
Morgan
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
morgan@solv.org

Beaver Creek Stewardship Day

Saturday, August 18, 2012 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
OR
United States

Help native trees survive summer’s hot sun! SOLVE and its partners are working to enhance sites throughout the Portland-metro area. Volunteers will be assisting with site maintenance by removing invasive plants, and mulching and watering native plants. Over time, this work will improve water quality, create wildlife habitat, and store carbon to slow climate change. SOLVE will provide all tools and gloves for this project.

 

SOLVE’s mission is to bring Oregonians together to improve the environment and build a legacy of stewardship.

Contact Name: 
Morgan
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
morgan@solv.org

Goat Island Stewardship Day

Saturday, August 11, 2012 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
Portland, OR 97201
United States

Help native plants survive summer's hot sun! SOLVE and its partners are working to enhance sites throughout the Portland-metro area. Volunteers will be assisting with site maintenance by removing invasive plants, and mulching and watering native plants. Over time, this work will improve water quality, create wildlife habitat, and store carbon to slow climate change. SOLVE will provide all tools and gloves for this project.

SOLVE’s mission is to bring Oregonians together to improve the environment and build a legacy of stewardship.

 

 

 

 

Contact Name: 
Morgan
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
morgan@solv.org

Carter Creek Stewardship Day

Saturday, August 4, 2012 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
SOLVE
Address: 
OR
United States

Protect native plants in Lake Oswego! SOLVE and its partners are working to enhance sites throughout the Portland-metro area. Volunteers will be assisting with site maintenance by removing invasive plants, and mulching and watering native plants. Over time, this work will improve water quality, create wildlife habitat, and store carbon to slow climate change. SOLVE will provide all tools and gloves for this project.

SOLVE’s mission is to bring Oregonians together to improve the environment and build a legacy of stewardship.

 

 

Contact Name: 
Morgan
Contact Phone: 
503-844-9571 ext. 332
Contact Email: 
morgan@solv.org

Seaport Celebration

Saturday, August 18, 2012 - 10:00am to 4:00pm
The Port of Portland
Address: 
11040 N. Lombard Street
Portland, OR
United States

Come join in the fun at the most family-friendly, fun-filled day of adventure on the river this summer! Seaport Celebration, presented by Gunderson, will take you inside the fences of an active marine terminal to explore the working waterfront with activities and excitement for all ages.

You'll enjoy live music and entertainment, interactive displays and demonstrations, face painting, a photo booth with costumes, free giveaways and prizes, $5 jet boat rides, $10 Portland Spirit Cruise, carts selling international foods and much more! 

Contact Name: 
Brooke Berglund
Contact Email: 
Brooke.Berglund@portofportland.com
Venue: 
Port of Portland, Terminal 4
Cost: 
Admission and parking is free. Registration will be available soon.

Community Forestry Day

Tuesday, August 14, 2012 - 8:30am
Forests Forever
Address: 
16750 S Brockway Road
Oregon City, OR
United States

Are your chance to learn by doing a variety of projects in a sustainably managed woodland - it's sort of like a "dude ranch" in the forest.

Volunteers help with tree planting and pruning; reducing fire hazards and controlling invasive weeds; repairing trails and maintaining facilities - projects vary with the seasons. Volunteer opportunities are open to all adults (individuals and organized groups) and adult-supervised youth.

Forests Forever, Inc. encourages civic clubs, church groups, professional organizations and businesses, youth groups, families and individuals to volunteer at Hopkins Demonstration Forest. Community Forestry Days are planned for the 2nd Saturday of each month - please RSVP by the Thursday prior to each Community Forestry Day, whether you plan to join us for all or part of the day.

The schedule for Community Forestry Days usually follows this pattern:

8:30 am: Team leaders assemble, volunteers arrive

9:00 am: Volunteer projects begin Noon: Lunch & topical presentation

1:00 pm: Volunteers return to projects

2:00 pm: Tour, 90-minutes

4:30 pm: Thank you. Have a safe drive home.

Contact Phone: 
503-632-2150
Contact Email: 
info@forestsforever-or.org
Cost: 
Free - please RSVP by the Thursday prior to each Community Forestry Day

Tree Saturday in Forest Park - Volunteer Work Party

Saturday, August 25, 2012 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
The Forest Park Conservancy
Address: 
Portland, OR
United States
Park/Trail: 

Join the Forest Park Conservancy for a morning of habitat restoration in Forest Park.   

Remember! Plan to pack plenty of water and dress for all weather conditions. Long pants and sturdy shoes are required for your safety. All training, tools and morning coffee provided.    

Examples of habitat restoration projects include:

  • Planting native shrubs and trees
  • Hand removing invasive plant species
  • Constructing split-rail fence to keep park users on trail

Registration is required! Click here to reserve your spot.

Contact Name: 
Mikala Soroka
Contact Phone: 
503-233-5449 x 106
Contact Email: 
stewardship@forestparkconservancy.org
Venue: 
Forest Park
Venue Details: 
In the week leading up to the work party, all registrants will be emailed meeting location and project details.
Cost: 
free!

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