walking

Winter Solstice Sunset Walk

Saturday, December 17, 2016 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Metro
Address: 
18892 SW Kemmer Road
Beaverton, OR 97007
United States

Winter solstice is near, marking the shortest day of the year. Take an afternoon walk through the majestic oak woodlands atop Cooper Mountain and learn how the winter solstice ushers in the return of the light and longer days.

Register:  www.oregonmetro.gov/calendar

Where: Cooper Mountain Nature Park

When: 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Cost: $6/person, $11/family

Ages: All ages

Difficulty:   moderate

Wheelchair accessible:   No

Pets policy: To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most regional parks and natural areas. Pets can damage sensitive habitat and threaten wildlife the region has worked to protect. In natural areas where dogs are not allowed, people see more wildlife and get closer to it. Seeing-eye dogs or other service animals are allowed. Please bring cleanup materials. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/parks/pets-policy 

 

Contact Name: 
Sandy Jamison
Contact Phone: 
503-972-8543
Contact Email: 
Sandra.Jamison@oregonmetro.gov
Cost: 
$6/person; $11/family

Thanksgiving Walk at Oxbow

Sunday, November 20, 2016 - 10:30am to 12:30pm
Metro
Address: 
3010 SE Oxbow Parkway
Gresham, OR 97080
United States
Park/Trail: 

Enjoy and celebrate the gifts of nature at Oxbow Regional Park with Metro naturalist Dan Daly, Deerdance School's Terry Kem and others. Walk along the Sandy River as you focus on opening your senses and noticing how wildlife respond to the changing season. Afterwards, gather around the campfire to hear the "Thanksgiving Address" passed down by the Iroquois Nation. Hot drinks provided.

Register:  www.oregonmetro.gov/calendar  

Where: Oxbow Regional Park

When: 10:30 a.m to 12:30 p.m.

Cost: Free of Charge

Vehicle Entry Fee:  $5/car, $7/bus

Ages: All ages

Difficulty:   Easy

Wheelchair accessible:   Not accessible

Pets policy: To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most regional parks and natural areas. Pets can damage sensitive habitat and threaten wildlife the region has worked to protect. In natural areas where dogs are not allowed, people see more wildlife and get closer to it. Seeing-eye dogs or other service animals are allowed. Please bring cleanup materials.  http://www.oregonmetro.gov/parks/pets-policy

Contact Name: 
Sandy Jamison
Contact Phone: 
503-972-8543
Contact Email: 
Sandra.Jamison@oregonmetro.gov
Cost: 
Free of Charge; Advanced Registration Required

Geology in Action: Newell Creek Canyon

Saturday, November 19, 2016 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Metro
Address: 
Location directions to be provided upon registration
Location direction to be provided upon registration, OR 97045
United States

Geologic activity is taking place within the forested slopes and canyon walls of Newell Creek Canyon. Descend below the hustle and bustle along the canyon's rim with a naturalist, searching for signs of recent geologic activity and the plants and animals that inhabit the steep, shifting landscape. 

Register:  www.oregonmetro.gov/calendar

Where: Newell Creek Canyon (Location directions will be sent upon registration)

When: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (noon)

Cost: $6/person, $11/family

Ages: 10 and older

Difficulty:   Strenuous

Wheelchair accessible:   No

Pets policy: To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most regional parks and natural areas. Pets can damage sensitive habitat and threaten wildlife the region has worked to protect. In natural areas where dogs are not allowed, people see more wildlife and get closer to it. Seeing-eye dogs or other service animals are allowed. Please bring cleanup materials. http://www.oregonmetro.gov/parks/pets-policy

Contact Name: 
Sandy Jamison
Contact Phone: 
503-972-8543
Contact Email: 
Sandra.Jamison@oregonmetro.gov
Venue: 
Newell Creek Canyon
Cost: 
$6/person; $11/family

The Secret Life of Birds

Friday, November 11, 2016 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Metro
Address: 
21224 SE Blue Lake Road
Fairview, OR 97024
United States

The birds are talking. Are you listening? Learn to unravel the mysterious communications of the birds and how their various calls and alarms move across the landscape.  Join a naturalist on a slow, quiet walk through the reclaimed wetlands of Blue Lake Regional Park, where coyotes, weasels and raptors share space with waterfowl and songbirds.

Register:  www.oregonmetro.gov/calendar

Where: Blue Lake Regional Park

When: 10:00 a.m  to 12:00 p.m. (noon)

Cost: $6/person, $11/family

Ages: All ages

Difficulty:   easy

Wheelchair accessible:   Yes

Pets policy: To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most regional parks and natural areas. Pets can damage sensitive habitat and threaten wildlife the region has worked to protect. In natural areas where dogs are not allowed, people see more wildlife and get closer to it. Seeing-eye dogs or other service animals are allowed. Please bring cleanup materials.  http://www.oregonmetro.gov/parks/pets-policy

 

 

 

 

Contact Name: 
Sandy Jamison
Contact Phone: 
503-972-8543
Contact Email: 
Sandra.Jamison@oregonmetro.gov
Cost: 
$6/person; $11/family

Oregon Walkways: Connect the Park Blocks on the Green Loop

Saturday, August 20, 2016 - 10:00am to 4:00pm
The Green Loop, Better Block PDX, Oregon Walks

On Saturday August 20th from 10 – 4PM, Better Block PDX and Oregon Walks are co-sponsoring the “Oregon Walkways: Connect the Park Blocks on the Green Loop” public event along SW Park Avenue between NW Hoyt and SW Market, demonstrating what the Green Loop might feel like through downtown Portland.

Feel free to contact Volunteer.betterblockpdx@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more, helping out, have any ideas, or have any other questions!  Also, feel free to share and invite others to the planning meetings and the event!

Come enjoy a stroll through downtown on Park Avenue, learn about the history of planning and transportation of Portland’s Central City, engage with local businesses, merchants, entertainers and organizations along the route!  See the latest from the Loop PDX Design Competition winners!  Fun for the whole family!

Contact Name: 
Mark Raggett
Contact Email: 
Mark.Raggett@portlandoregon.gov
Venue: 
SW Park Avenue between NW Hoyt and SW Market

Traditional Technologies Day - Second Sunday at the Cathlapotle Plankhouse

Sunday, August 14, 2016 - 12:00pm
Friends of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge
Address: 
28908 NW Main Ave
Ridgefield, WA 98642
United States

Where:  Cathlapotle Plankhouse at the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge:  Carty Unit - 28908 NW Main Ave, Ridgefield, WA 98642

When:    August 14, 2016

Join us for a day of demonstrations and hands on activities highlighting traditional technologies found across the world and throughout time.  The Cathlapotle Plankhouse will be open from 12:-4:00 and there will be activities for families to connect with local culture and wildlife. In the House students from the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde's Lifeways class will be demonstrating carving, weaving, and Native art design, while outside visitors can try their hand throwing an atlatl, shooting a bow and arrow, making cordage, friction fire, and watch stone tools being created by an experienced flintknapper.

12pm - 4pm: Experience traditional tools and technologies humans have used since time immemorial. Demonstrators will be at the Plankhouse showing various traditional skills found both around the world and in Indigenous cultures of the Lower Columbia River.

Carving, Weaving, and Native Art Design demonstrations by the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Lifeways students
Chinuk Wawa, the heritage language of Chinookan Peoples
Cordage Making              
Atlatl Throwing          
Friction Fire        
Flintknapping
Natural Paints and Pigments

12:00pm: Naturalist Led Hike "Bird Language" - join us for a hike directed towards opening up participant's eyes to the world of Bird Language. Learn how to use bird calls and behavior to discover what is happening in the environment around you. 

2:00 pm: Naturalist Led Hike "A Walk through the Oaks" - join a us for a hike down the Oaks to Wetlands Trail and learn about how the Native Peoples of this area have been taking care of Oak and other Refuge ecosystems since time immemorial.

You can also check out the ample wildlife watching opportunities on the River 'S' Unit Auto Tour Driving Route.

Cost:   Refuge admission is $3 per vehicle

For more information: Check the Friends website ridgefieldfriends.org for maps of Refuge trails or contact Plankhouse Director Sarah Hill at sarah_hill@fws.gov or call (360) 887-4106.

For wheelchair access to this event, please contact Sarah prior to the event date. 

Contact Name: 
Sarah Hill
Contact Phone: 
3608874106
Contact Email: 
plankhouse@gmail.com
Venue: 
Cathlapotle Plankhouse - Carty Unit - Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge
Venue Details: 
Where: Cathlapotle Plankhouse at the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge: Carty Unit - 28908 NW Main Ave, Ridgefield, WA 98642 When: August 14, 2016 Join us for a day of demonstrations and hands on activities highlighting traditional technologies found across the world and throughout time. The Cathlapotle Plankhouse will be open from 12:-4:00 and there will be activities for families to connect with local culture and wildlife. In the House students from the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde’s Lifeways class will be demonstrating carving, weaving, and Native art design, while outside visitors can try their hand throwing an atlatl, shooting a bow and arrow, making cordage, friction fire, and watch stone tools being created by an experienced flintknapper. 12pm - 4pm: Experience traditional tools and technologies humans have used since time immemorial. Demonstrators will be at the Plankhouse showing various traditional skills found both around the world and in Indigenous cultures of the Lower Columbia River. • Carving, Weaving, and Native Art Design demonstrations by the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Lifeways students • Chinuk Wawa, the heritage language of Chinookan Peoples • Cordage Making • Atlatl Throwing • Friction Fire • Flintknapping • Natural Paints and Pigments 12:00pm: Naturalist Led Hike “Bird Language” - join us for a hike directed towards opening up participant’s eyes to the world of Bird Language. Learn how to use bird calls and behavior to discover what is happening in the environment around you. 2:00 pm: Naturalist Led Hike “A Walk through the Oaks” - join a us for a hike down the Oaks to Wetlands Trail and learn about how the Native Peoples of this area have been taking care of Oak and other Refuge ecosystems since time immemorial. You can also check out the ample wildlife watching opportunities on the River ‘S’ Unit Auto Tour Driving Route. Cost: Refuge admission is $3 per vehicle For more information: Check the Friends website ridgefieldfriends.org for maps of Refuge trails or contact Plankhouse Director Sarah Hill at sarah_hill@fws.gov or call (360) 887-4106. For wheelchair access to this event, please contact Sarah prior to the event date.
Cost: 
$3.00 per vehicle for parking, no cost for event

Seaport Celebration

Saturday, August 13, 2016 - 10:00am to 4:00pm
Port of Portland Marine Terminal 2
Address: 
3556 NW Front Ave
Portland, OR 97210
United States

Back by popular demand, Seaport Celebration is coming to a terminal near you! Join the fun on the waterfront at the family-friendly event of the summer!

On Saturday, August 13, the Port of Portland's Terminal 2 will open up for a unique opportunity to go inside the fences of a working marine terminal, normally closed to the public.

Experience Portland's thriving working harbor by jumping on a jet boat ride, or throw on a helmet and try your hand at welding. Enjoy interactive booths from harbor businesses. From great musicians and delicious food, to thrilling activities for all ages, Seaport Celebration is the event not to be missed! Best of all, parking and admission are free!

 

For more information or to register now, visit www.seaportcelebration.com  

Government issued photo ID required for all adults.

Contact Name: 
Jayson Shanafelt
Contact Phone: 
503-415-4800
Contact Email: 
SeaportCelebration@portofportland.com
Venue: 
Marine Terminal 2
Venue Details: 
Terminal 2 3556 NW Front Ave Portland, OR **Free admission & free parking!**
Cost: 
Free

H3 Nature Walk- Mushrooms!

Saturday, November 12, 2016 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Oregon Master Naturalist Program
Address: 
1815 NW 169th Pl #1000
Beaverton, OR 97006
United States

H3 is a new collaborative program between the OSU Extension 4-H Program, the Oregon Master Naturalist Program, and the Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District. On the second Saturday of each month, a Master Naturalist will lead a nature walk in a metro region natural area. These events are open to all ages and levels of naturalist experience. All nature walks will start at the new Washington County Extension Service Education Center (ESEC) at 9am and will carpool to the natural area. This walk will focus on mushrooms at a TBD location. 

REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Follow this link to the registration page. 

Contact Name: 
Brandy Saffell
Contact Phone: 
(503) 397-3462
Contact Email: 
brandy.saffell@oregonstate.edu
Venue: 
Extension Service Education Center (ESEC)
Cost: 
Free

H3 Nature Walk- Oxbow Regional Park

Saturday, October 8, 2016 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Oregon Master Naturalist Program
Address: 
3010 SE Oxbow Pkwy
Gresham, OR 97080
United States
Park/Trail: 

H3 is a new collaborative program between the OSU Extension 4-H Program, the Oregon Master Naturalist Program, and the Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District. On the second Saturday of each month, a Master Naturalist will lead a nature walk in a metro region natural area. These events are open to all ages and levels of naturalist experience. This nature walk will start at Oxbow Regional Park at 9am (carpooling available from the new Washington County Extension Service Education Center (ESEC) at 8am). This month's hike will focus on salmon.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Follow this link to the registration page. 

Contact Name: 
Brandy Saffell
Contact Phone: 
(503) 397-3462
Contact Email: 
brandy.saffell@oregonstate.edu
Venue: 
Oxbow Regional Park- Alder Shelter
Venue Details: 
There is a parking fee of $5. Be wary of using a GPS, as this can often lead to the wrong location. Follow the directions given on the Oregon Metro website: http://www.oregonmetro.gov/parks/oxbow-regional-park
Cost: 
Free

Beach Clean Up at Vancouver Lake

Saturday, August 20, 2016 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership
Address: 
6801 NW Lower River Road
Vancouver, WA 98660
United States

Clark County Parks and the Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership will be joining forces to participate in Columbia Riverkeepers' "Love Your Columbia" event. We will be cleaning up the beach at Vancouver Lake Park, the Flushing Channel and Blurock Landing.

Fun for groups, families and individuals. Pre-registration is required. To register click this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beach-clean-up-at-vancouver-lake-registration-26227973575

This event is sponsored by the City of Vancouver, Clark County, and Port of Vancouver USA.

We provide: Garbage bags and gloves to those who need them. Light refreshments will be provided.

What to wear/bring: Please wear closed-toe shoes, long pants, and other weather-appropriate clothing. If you have gloves and a water bottle, please bring them.

Where to meet? Volunteers will meet at Vancouver Lake Park, 6801 NW Lower River Road in the grassy area next to the main restrooms. Signs will direct you to our white canopy and sign-in table. After a brief safety orientation, volunteers will break into groups to pick up litter at the different locations.

Questions?

Please contact the project coordinators at karen.llewellyn@clark.wa.gov or 360-397-6118 ext. 1627 or sdumont@estuarypartnership.org or (503) 226-1565 ext. 245.

 

Contact Name: 
Samantha Dumont
Contact Phone: 
503-226-1565 x233
Contact Email: 
sdumont@estuarypartnership.org
Venue: 
Vancouver Lake Regional Park
Cost: 
free
CI Initiatives: 

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